Overview
Meraux Air Monitoring Station in Louisiana, USA, is an operational facility under US EPA Region 6. It contributes to the national air quality monitoring network, tracking criteria pollutants to protect public health.
Meraux is an air monitoring station located at 4101 Mistrot Drive in Meraux, Louisiana, within St. Bernard Parish. Operated under the oversight of US EPA Region 6, this facility is part of the national Ambient Air Quality Monitoring network. As a fixed-site station, it provides continuous data on ambient air quality in the Greater New Orleans area. The station operates within the framework of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), which standardizes monitoring methods and data reporting. Typical parameters measured at such stations include criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The data collected supports compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and informs local air quality management decisions. Located in a region with industrial activity including petrochemical refining and shipping, the Meraux station plays a key role in assessing air quality impacts on nearby communities. Its data contributes to the Air Quality Index (AQI) and helps guide public health advisories. The station's long-term operation ensures continuity in tracking air quality trends in southeastern Louisiana.
Environmental context
The Meraux station is situated in a region with a mix of industrial, urban, and coastal influences. The area hosts petrochemical plants, refineries, and the Port of New Orleans, contributing to emissions of volatile organic compounds and particulate matter. Monitoring criteria pollutants here is critical for assessing compliance with NAAQS and protecting sensitive populations. The station's location in a residential area provides representative data for population exposure.
Frequently asked questions
The Meraux Air Monitoring Station is located at 4101 Mistrot Drive in Meraux, Louisiana, within St. Bernard Parish, United States.
As part of the US EPA's national network, the station typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, in accordance with federal standards.
The station is operated under the oversight of US EPA Region 6, which coordinates air quality monitoring across the south-central United States.
Air monitoring in the US is governed by the Clean Air Act, with data reported through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). Stations must follow federal reference methods to ensure data quality and comparability.
Meraux is near industrial facilities and major transportation corridors, making air monitoring essential for tracking pollutant levels, protecting public health, and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards.
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