Overview
Red Mountain Air Monitoring Station in Scottsdale, Arizona, is an operational air quality monitoring facility managed by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. It provides critical data on ambient air pollutants for the region.
Red Mountain Air Monitoring Station is an operational air monitoring facility located at 15115 Beeline Highway in Scottsdale, Arizona, within the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. As part of the broader U.S. EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, this station contributes to national ambient air quality monitoring efforts, tracking criteria pollutants and supporting public health and regulatory compliance. The station operates under the reporting agency of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community of Salt River Reservation, Arizona. It collects air samples and reports data to the EPA AQS, which is the primary repository for ambient air quality data in the United States. The facility's last sample date was June 30, 2025, indicating recent and ongoing monitoring activities. Typical parameters measured at such stations include ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, though specific parameters for this station are not detailed. Located in the Sonoran Desert, the station serves a region with unique air quality challenges, including dust from arid conditions and emissions from urban and industrial sources in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The data collected supports the EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and helps inform local air quality management decisions. The station's role is vital for protecting public health and ensuring regulatory compliance in a growing urban area.
Environmental context
The Red Mountain Air Monitoring Station operates in the Sonoran Desert near Scottsdale, Arizona, an area subject to high ozone levels during summer and particulate matter from dust storms and urban emissions. The station's siting is representative of suburban and tribal lands, providing data on pollutant transport from the Phoenix metro area. Its reporting to the EPA AQS ensures continuity in national air quality assessments, supporting compliance with NAAQS and regional haze regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Red Mountain Air Monitoring Station is located at 15115 Beeline Highway, Scottsdale, Arizona, within the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
The station is operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community of Salt River Reservation, Arizona, and reports data to the U.S. EPA Air Quality System.
Air monitoring stations in the U.S. operate under the EPA Air Quality System (AQS) and comply with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) established by the Clean Air Act.
Scottsdale's arid climate and proximity to Phoenix create air quality challenges from dust and urban emissions. Monitoring helps protect public health and ensure compliance with federal air quality standards.
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