Overview
Port Allen is an operational air monitoring station in Louisiana, United States, managed by the State of Louisiana. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the state's environmental monitoring network.
Port Allen is an air monitoring station located at 1005 Northwest Drive, Port Allen, Louisiana, United States. Operated by the State of Louisiana, this station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, which supports compliance with the US EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is situated in West Baton Rouge Parish, an area with industrial activity including petrochemical and refining operations. The station collects air quality samples, with the most recent sample date recorded as September 30, 2025. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical monitoring at such stations includes criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The data is reported to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) database, contributing to national air quality assessments and public health advisories. As part of Louisiana's air monitoring network, Port Allen plays a role in tracking regional air quality trends and supporting regulatory compliance. The station's location near industrial sources and the Mississippi River corridor makes it valuable for assessing the impact of local emissions on community health and the environment. Its operational status ensures continued data collection for air quality management.
Environmental context
Port Allen is located in West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, an area with a mix of industrial facilities, including petrochemical plants and refineries, as well as agricultural and residential zones. The station's siting is representative of urban-industrial air quality monitoring, capturing emissions from nearby sources. Parameter coverage typically includes criteria pollutants and may extend to speciation or meteorological parameters depending on network design. Reporting continuity is maintained through the State of Louisiana's monitoring program, which adheres to EPA quality assurance protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The Port Allen air monitoring station is located at 1005 Northwest Drive, Port Allen, Louisiana, United States.
The Port Allen air monitoring station is operated by the State of Louisiana, which manages the state's ambient air quality monitoring network.
Typical air monitoring stations in Louisiana measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, as required by the EPA.
The station provides data to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), supporting compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and informing public health advisories.
Louisiana's air monitoring network tracks emissions from industrial sources, including petrochemical and refining operations, helping to protect public health and the environment in communities near these facilities.
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