Sedgwick Ozone Air Monitoring Station, Sedgwick County, Kansas

Sedgwick Ozone is an operational air monitoring station located at 12831 W. 117N in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States. The station is managed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and contributes to the national ambient air quality monitoring network. It specializes in ozone monitoring, a key criteria pollutant under the Clean Air Act. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for monitoring methods, siting, and data reporting. Ozone measurements are critical for assessing compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. As part of the Kansas monitoring network, Sedgwick Ozone supports public health protection by tracking ground-level ozone concentrations. This data helps inform air quality forecasts and regulatory decisions. The station's location in a rural area provides representative background ozone levels, complementing urban monitors in the region.

The station monitors ozone, a criteria pollutant that forms when nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds react in sunlight. Ozone can cause respiratory issues and damage vegetation. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment uses this data to assess air quality trends and issue health advisories. The station's rural siting helps distinguish regional background ozone from local urban sources, supporting effective air quality management.