Overview
RAILROAD TRACK SITE is an operational air monitoring station in Midland, Michigan, operated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network.
RAILROAD TRACK SITE is an air monitoring station located in Midland, Michigan, United States. It is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). The station serves to track criteria pollutants and support compliance with the Clean Air Act. The station operates under the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) framework, which standardizes data collection and reporting across the country. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical stations in this network monitor pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide. The last reported sample date is June 29, 2023, indicating recent active monitoring. Located in Midland County, the station provides critical air quality data for the region, which includes industrial and residential areas. This data supports public health advisories and regulatory decisions, helping to ensure air quality standards are met. The station's role is integral to the state's environmental monitoring infrastructure.
Environmental context
The station's location in Midland, Michigan, places it in an area with a mix of industrial activity (including chemical manufacturing) and residential zones. Air monitoring here is essential for tracking pollutants from local sources and regional transport. The station's data contributes to the EPA's AQS, supporting assessments of compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and informing public health protection measures.
Frequently asked questions
The RAILROAD TRACK SITE is located at SALZBURG RD, RRX (DOW-SLF) in Midland, Michigan, United States.
The station is operated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) - Air Quality Division.
Air monitoring stations in Michigan, including RAILROAD TRACK SITE, typically monitor criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, as required by the EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards.
The station provides data to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which is used to assess compliance with the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). This data helps determine if air quality meets health-based standards.
The last sample date indicates when the station most recently collected data. For RAILROAD TRACK SITE, the last sample was on June 29, 2023, showing that the station is actively monitoring and contributing to ongoing air quality assessments.
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