Overview
This air monitoring station is located at the southwest corner of US 36 and Ind 109 in Pendleton, Indiana. Operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, it monitors ambient air quality in the region.
The SCHOOL LOCATED ON THE SW CORNER OF US 36 AND IND 109 is an air monitoring station situated in Pendleton, Indiana, United States. It 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 is operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's Office of Air Quality. As an air monitoring station, this facility measures criteria pollutants and other parameters to assess local air quality. The station's siting is representative of a mixed urban-industrial area, capturing emissions from transportation and nearby sources. The last reported sample date is December 4, 2020, indicating ongoing data collection. The data from this station contributes to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) database, supporting public health advisories and regulatory decisions. It plays a key role in monitoring air quality trends in Madison County and the broader Indiana region, helping to protect community health and the environment.
Environmental context
This air monitoring station operates within the US EPA's regulatory framework, measuring criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide. Its location near a major highway intersection (US 36 and Ind 109) provides data on traffic-related emissions. The station's siting is representative of suburban areas influenced by both local and regional pollution sources, supporting the state's air quality management efforts.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at the southwest corner of US 36 and Ind 109 in Pendleton, Indiana, United States. The address is Emporia East Elementary School, 893 E. US 36, Pendleton.
As part of the Indiana air monitoring network, this station measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in accordance with EPA standards.
The station is operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's Office of Air Quality, which is responsible for ambient air quality monitoring across the state.
The station operates under the US Clean Air Act and EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Data is reported to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) database.
Pendleton is near major highways and industrial areas, making air monitoring essential for assessing pollution from traffic and local sources. Data helps protect public health and supports regulatory compliance.
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