Overview
SOUTHWEST CABLE TV is an Air Monitoring Station in Maryville, Illinois, operated by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
SOUTHWEST CABLE TV is an Air Monitoring Station located at 200 W. Division in Maryville, Illinois, United States. The facility is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. It contributes to the national air quality surveillance system under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). The station monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters in accordance with federal and state regulations. As part of the Illinois EPA network, it supports compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and provides data for public health advisories. The station's last reported sample date was April 30, 2022, indicating ongoing operations. Environmental monitoring in Madison County helps track air quality impacts from industrial, urban, and transportation sources. The data collected supports regional air quality management and informs local communities about pollution levels. This station plays a role in the broader network that safeguards public health and the environment.
Environmental context
The station is situated in Maryville, a community in Madison County, Illinois, within the St. Louis metropolitan area. The region experiences a mix of urban and industrial emissions, including from transportation and manufacturing. Monitoring criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen oxides is critical for assessing compliance with NAAQS and protecting public health. The station's siting is representative of suburban air quality influences.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 200 W. Division in Maryville, Illinois, United States.
As an Air Monitoring Station, it measures criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to assess ambient air quality, in line with US EPA standards.
The station is operated by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency as part of the state's air quality monitoring network.
Air monitoring stations in the US operate under the Clean Air Act and are part of the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
Maryville is near the St. Louis metro area, where industrial and transportation emissions can affect air quality. Monitoring helps ensure compliance with health-based standards and informs public health decisions.
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