Maryville Air Monitoring Station | Tennessee Environmental Monitoring

Maryville Air Monitoring Station is an operational air monitoring facility located at 2007 Sequoyah Avenue in Maryville, Blount County, Tennessee. It is part of the state's air quality surveillance network managed by the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control, contributing to the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). The station supports local and regional efforts to track criteria pollutants and protect public health. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's ambient air quality standards. As a fixed monitoring station, it typically measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide, though specific parameters are not detailed. The station's last reported sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Located in Maryville, near the Great Smoky Mountains, the station plays a key role in monitoring air quality in a region influenced by both urban emissions and natural sources. Its data supports regulatory compliance, health advisories, and environmental research, helping to inform local air quality management decisions.

The Maryville station operates in a region where air quality can be affected by vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and seasonal wildfires. Monitoring criteria pollutants like ozone and particulate matter is critical for assessing compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's location in Blount County provides representative data for the Knoxville metropolitan area and the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where air quality is a priority.