MARICOPA 1405 Air Monitoring Station, Maricopa, Arizona | Environmental Monitoring

MARICOPA 1405 is an air monitoring station located at 19955 N. Wilson Ave. in Maricopa, Arizona, within Pinal County. The station is part of the local air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Pinal County Air Pollution Control District (APCD). It serves the growing community of Maricopa and surrounding areas, contributing to the assessment of air quality in the region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Clean Air Act. As part of the state and local air monitoring network, it likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), and other parameters relevant to the area. The station's last reported sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Environmental monitoring in Maricopa is important due to the region's arid climate, which can contribute to dust and particulate matter issues. The station's data supports the Pinal County APCD in managing air quality, informing public health advisories, and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). This monitoring helps protect the health of residents and the environment.

Maricopa is located in the Sonoran Desert, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters. The region experiences occasional dust storms and elevated particulate matter levels due to windblown dust and agricultural activities. Air monitoring stations like MARICOPA 1405 are essential for tracking these pollutants and assessing compliance with EPA standards. The station's location in a residential area provides representative data for population exposure.