Overview
PHENIX CITY - SOUTH GIRARD SCHOOL is an operational air monitoring station in Phenix City, Alabama, reporting to the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
PHENIX CITY - SOUTH GIRARD SCHOOL is an air monitoring station located at 510 6th Place South in Phenix City, Alabama, within Russell County. Operated under the oversight of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, this station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is August 31, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. As an air monitoring station in the southeastern United States, this facility contributes to the characterization of air quality in a region influenced by both urban and industrial sources. The station's location in Phenix City, near the Georgia border, allows it to capture transboundary pollution patterns and support regional air quality management. Typical parameters measured at such stations include ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, though specific parameter coverage is not detailed here. The station's operational status and reporting to the Alabama Department of Environmental Management ensure that data is integrated into state and federal air quality assessments. This information supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and long-term trend analysis. The station plays a role in the community by providing localized air quality data that can inform residents and policymakers about environmental conditions.
Environmental context
Phenix City is located in the Chattahoochee River Valley, an area with a mix of industrial, agricultural, and urban influences. Air quality monitoring in this region is important due to potential emissions from manufacturing, transportation, and power generation. The station's data helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports the EPA's mission to protect public health and the environment. Monitoring in Alabama is coordinated through the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, which operates a network of stations to track pollutants and meteorological conditions.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 510 6th Place South, Phenix City, Alabama 36869, in Russell County.
As an air monitoring station, it measures ambient air pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and other criteria pollutants to assess air quality and regulatory compliance.
The station is operated under the oversight of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which manages air quality monitoring in the state.
Air monitoring in the US is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
The station provides continuous air quality data that supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and long-term trend analysis for the Phenix City region and the broader southeastern US.
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