Moab Air Monitoring Station, Moab, Utah | Environmental Monitoring Facility

Moab Air Monitoring Station is an operational air monitoring facility located at 691 S Mill Creek Dr in Moab, Grand County, Utah, United States. It is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, managed by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. The station contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which tracks criteria pollutants and other parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). As an air monitoring station, Moab typically measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, depending on its specific instrumentation. The station's last reported sample date is October 31, 2025, indicating recent and ongoing data collection. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act and is part of a nationwide effort to monitor air quality trends and protect public health. The station serves the Moab community and surrounding areas, providing critical data for air quality assessments and public health advisories. Its location near Mill Creek Drive allows for representative sampling of urban and possibly industrial influences. The data collected supports local and state environmental management decisions, as well as federal reporting requirements. The station's role is vital for understanding air quality dynamics in southeastern Utah, a region known for its national parks and outdoor recreation.

Moab is situated in a high desert environment with significant tourism and outdoor recreation, making air quality monitoring important for both public health and environmental protection. The region can experience elevated particulate matter from dust and wildfire smoke, as well as ozone formation influenced by vehicle emissions and regional transport. The station's placement in a mixed residential-commercial area helps capture representative urban air quality. Monitoring data supports compliance with NAAQS and informs local air quality alerts, especially during peak tourist seasons.