Overview
National Southwire Aluminum Industrial Site air monitoring station in Perry County, Indiana, operated by Indianapolis State Police. Part of US EPA AQS network monitoring criteria pollutants.
The National Southwire Aluminum Industrial Site air monitoring station is located at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Perry County, Indiana, United States. This operational station is part of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, contributing to ambient air quality monitoring in the region. The station is operated by the Indianapolis State Police, reflecting a collaborative approach to environmental oversight. As an air monitoring station, it measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in line with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's siting at a fairgrounds provides representative sampling of local air quality, influenced by nearby industrial activities and rural background conditions. The data supports regulatory compliance and public health assessments. This station plays a key role in Indiana's air quality management, helping to track pollution trends and inform emission reduction strategies. Its location in Perry County, near the Ohio River, adds regional significance for understanding transboundary air pollution. The station's continuous operation ensures long-term data continuity for environmental monitoring and policy evaluation.
Environmental context
The station monitors criteria pollutants under the US EPA AQS framework, with siting at a fairgrounds providing representative exposure for nearby communities. Perry County's industrial mix, including aluminum production, influences local air quality. The station's data supports NAAQS compliance and public health protection, with reporting continuity ensured by the Indianapolis State Police.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Perry County, Indiana, United States.
As part of the US EPA AQS network, it measures criteria pollutants including ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide.
The station is operated by the Indianapolis State Police.
Air monitoring stations in the US operate under the EPA Air Quality System (AQS) and comply with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) set by the Clean Air Act.
Perry County hosts industrial activities like aluminum production, making air monitoring essential for tracking pollution, protecting public health, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
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