SPA - Irving St. Air Monitoring Station, North Charleston, South Carolina

SPA - Irving St. is an air monitoring station located in North Charleston, South Carolina, within the United States. Operated by the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, this station is part of the national ambient air quality monitoring network. It plays a role in assessing air quality in the Charleston area, a region with industrial and port activities. The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) framework, which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. Monitoring stations like this one provide data used to determine compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is July 7, 2022, indicating ongoing data collection. Environmental monitoring in this region is important due to the mix of urban, industrial, and coastal influences. Data from SPA - Irving St. helps track pollution trends, support health advisories, and inform local air quality management decisions. The station contributes to a broader network that protects community health and the environment.

The Charleston area, including North Charleston, experiences air quality challenges from industrial emissions, port operations, and vehicle traffic. Monitoring stations like SPA - Irving St. measure criteria pollutants to assess compliance with EPA standards. The station's siting is representative of urban and industrial exposure, providing data critical for public health protection and regulatory actions.