Pinehurst Air Monitoring Station, Pinehurst (Pine Creek), Idaho | United States

Pinehurst is an air monitoring station located in Pinehurst (Pine Creek), Shoshone County, Idaho, United States. The facility is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare-Environment Division. As a fixed-site monitoring station, it contributes to the assessment of air pollution levels in the region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Air Quality System (AQS) network. It likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in accordance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Located in a rural area of northern Idaho, the station helps monitor air quality impacts from local sources such as mining, forestry, and residential activities. Its data supports public health advisories and regulatory compliance. The station's long-term operation ensures continuity in air quality trend analysis for the region.

The Pinehurst air monitoring station is situated in the Coeur d'Alene River valley, an area with historical mining activity. The station's siting is representative of local air quality, capturing pollutants from both natural and anthropogenic sources. Monitoring parameters typically include criteria pollutants and meteorological data, which are essential for assessing compliance with NAAQS and for informing the public about air quality conditions.