Overview
Queens College Near Road is an air monitoring station in New York City, part of the US EPA NEAR ROAD network, operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Queens College Near Road is an air monitoring station located in the Queens borough of New York City, New York, United States. It is part of the US EPA's NEAR ROAD monitoring network, which focuses on measuring air quality near major roadways to assess traffic-related pollution. The station is operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and is situated along Interstate 495 (Harding Expressway) and 153rd Street. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide. As a near-road monitor, it provides critical data on pollutant concentrations in proximity to high-traffic areas, helping to evaluate the effectiveness of emission controls and inform public health advisories. The station's last reported sample date is November 12, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. This monitoring station contributes to the broader air quality monitoring network in New York City, which is essential for understanding urban air pollution patterns and their impacts on densely populated communities. The data collected supports regulatory compliance, research on traffic-related emissions, and public awareness initiatives. Queens College Near Road plays a key role in characterizing local air quality and supporting environmental health assessments in the region.
Environmental context
The station's location near Interstate 495, a major highway in Queens, makes it representative of urban near-road environments. It monitors pollutants from vehicle emissions, including nitrogen oxides and particulate matter, which are linked to respiratory and cardiovascular health effects. The data helps assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and supports studies on traffic-related air pollution in diverse urban settings.
Frequently asked questions
Queens College Near Road is located at I-495, H Harding Expwy and 153rd St in Queens, New York City, New York, United States.
As a near-road air monitoring station, it measures criteria air pollutants and other parameters to assess traffic-related air quality, operating under the US EPA's NEAR ROAD network.
The station is operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), which manages air quality monitoring across New York State.
The station operates under the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) and complies with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
Near-road monitoring provides data on pollutant concentrations from vehicle emissions, helping to evaluate health risks, inform traffic policies, and ensure compliance with air quality standards.
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