Overview
Oildale Air Monitoring Station in California, USA, operated by the California Air Resources Board, provides ambient air quality data for the Kern County region.
Oildale is an air monitoring station located at 3311 Manor St, Oildale, California, within the United States. It is part of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) network, which operates under the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) framework. The station monitors criteria pollutants and other parameters to assess regional air quality. The station operates under the regulatory oversight of CARB and the U.S. EPA, adhering to federal and state ambient air quality standards. Typical monitoring at such stations includes ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon monoxide, with data reported regularly. The station's last sample date is July 2025, indicating ongoing operations. Located in the San Joaquin Valley, an area with significant air quality challenges due to geography and emissions from agriculture, industry, and transportation, Oildale contributes to the region's air quality management. Its data supports public health advisories and regulatory compliance efforts, serving the local community and broader environmental monitoring network.
Environmental context
The Oildale station monitors ambient air in the San Joaquin Valley, a region known for high ozone and particulate matter levels. Its siting is representative of urban-influenced background conditions, supporting the U.S. EPA's AQS network. The station's parameter coverage typically includes criteria pollutants, aiding in compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and informing local air quality management.
Frequently asked questions
The Oildale Air Monitoring Station is located at 3311 Manor St, Oildale, California 93308, United States, in Kern County.
The station monitors ambient air quality, typically measuring criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon monoxide, as part of the California Air Resources Board network.
The station is operated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), which is responsible for air quality monitoring and regulation in California.
Air monitoring in the United States is governed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act, with the Air Quality System (AQS) network providing standardized data collection and reporting.
The San Joaquin Valley faces significant air quality challenges due to its geography, agricultural emissions, and urban pollution. Monitoring helps track compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards and protect public health.
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