Perdue Air Monitoring Station, Cutler Ridge, Florida | United States

Perdue is an air monitoring station located at 19590 Old Cutler Rd in Cutler Ridge, Florida, within Miami-Dade County. Operated by the Miami-Dade County Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM), it is part of the local air quality monitoring network. The station is operational and contributes to the assessment of ambient air pollution in the area. As an air monitoring station, Perdue likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, in accordance with U.S. EPA National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's siting follows EPA guidelines to ensure representativeness of local air quality. Data from this station supports regulatory compliance and public health advisories. The station plays a key role in monitoring air quality in the Cutler Ridge area, which is influenced by urban emissions, transportation, and industrial activities. Its data helps inform local air quality management and supports the broader South Florida air monitoring network. The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing operations.

The Perdue air monitoring station operates in a subtropical urban environment in Miami-Dade County, where air quality is influenced by vehicle emissions, industrial sources, and sea salt aerosols. The station's parameter coverage likely includes criteria pollutants under the U.S. EPA's AQS network. Siting representativeness is critical for capturing local pollution gradients, especially near roadways and residential areas. Reporting continuity ensures compliance with federal standards and supports public health protection.