Overview
MONTOURSVILLE is an operational air monitoring station in Montoursville, Pennsylvania, operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network for ambient air quality monitoring.
MONTOURSVILLE is an air monitoring station located at 899 Cherry Street in Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It is part of the United States' extensive ambient air quality monitoring network, operated under the oversight of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. The station is operational and serves to track criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters in the region. The station operates within the framework of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for monitoring methods, siting, and data reporting. As a state-managed site, it follows EPA guidelines for quality assurance and data validation. Typical air monitoring stations in Pennsylvania measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, though specific parameters at this site are not detailed. Environmental monitoring in Montoursville supports local air quality management and public health protection. The station's data helps assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and informs regional air quality trends. Its location in a mixed residential and industrial area provides representative sampling for the community.
Environmental context
The station's location in Montoursville, within the Susquehanna River Valley, is influenced by both local emissions and regional transport of pollutants. The area has a mix of residential, commercial, and light industrial sources, including transportation and energy production. Monitoring here helps characterize air quality in a mid-sized Pennsylvania community, supporting the state's efforts to meet EPA standards and protect public health. The station's siting is designed to be representative of population exposure.
Frequently asked questions
The MONTOURSVILLE air monitoring station is located at 899 Cherry Street in Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA.
The station is operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), which manages air quality monitoring across the state.
Typical air monitoring stations in Pennsylvania measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, following EPA standards.
Air monitoring in the US is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). Stations must follow National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for siting, equipment, and data reporting.
The station provides data to assess compliance with NAAQS, track local and regional air quality trends, and inform public health advisories. Its data is used by PA DEP and EPA for regulatory decisions and research.
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