Overview
Port Manatee DEP is an operational air monitoring station in Manatee County, Florida, operated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the state's monitoring network.
Port Manatee DEP is an air monitoring station located at 1801 Piney Point Road within the Port Manatee property in Manatee County, Florida. Operated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Southwest District, this station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, which supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. As a regulatory monitoring site, Port Manatee DEP likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, as well as meteorological parameters. The station's location in an industrial port area suggests its siting is designed to capture emissions from maritime and industrial activities, providing representative data for the surrounding community. The Florida DEP network follows EPA monitoring guidelines for quality assurance and data reporting. The environmental significance of this station lies in its role in tracking air quality trends in a region with significant port operations and industrial activity. Data from Port Manatee DEP supports public health assessments, regulatory compliance, and air quality management decisions. The station contributes to the broader U.S. EPA Air Quality System (AQS) database, which is used for research and policy development.
Environmental context
Port Manatee DEP operates within a region characterized by a mix of industrial, port, and residential land uses. The station's proximity to Port Manatee, a major deepwater port, means it monitors emissions from cargo ships, trucks, and on-site industrial activities. The local climate, with warm temperatures and high humidity, can influence pollutant dispersion and secondary formation. Monitoring at this site helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports the Florida DEP's efforts to protect public health and the environment in a rapidly growing coastal area.
Frequently asked questions
Port Manatee DEP is located at 1801 Piney Point Road on the property of Port Manatee in Manatee County, Florida, United States.
As an air monitoring station, Port Manatee DEP likely monitors criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, along with meteorological parameters, as part of the Florida DEP network.
Port Manatee DEP is operated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Southwest District.
The station operates under the U.S. Clean Air Act and EPA regulations, including the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Air Quality System (AQS) reporting requirements.
The station provides ambient air quality data that supports public health protection, regulatory compliance, and air quality management in a region with significant port and industrial activities.
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