STATION LOCATED NEAR INTERSECTION OF 6000 SO & 10000 WEST Air Monitoring Station, Myton, Utah

STATION LOCATED NEAR INTERSECTION OF 6000 SO & 10000 WEST is an air monitoring station situated in Duchesne County, Utah, near the community of Myton. The station is operational and contributes to the United States' extensive ambient air quality monitoring network, which is governed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Air Quality System (AQS). This network is critical for tracking criteria pollutants and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is operated by Sonoma Technology, a specialized environmental consulting firm, and its most recent sample date is June 30, 2025. While specific parameters measured are not detailed in this record, typical air monitoring stations in Utah measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The station's location at a rural intersection suggests it may serve as a background or transport monitoring site, providing data on regional air quality away from urban emission sources. This monitoring station plays a vital role in characterizing air quality in the Uinta Basin, an area known for oil and gas development. Data from this station helps inform local and state air quality management decisions, supports health advisories, and contributes to the national understanding of pollutant transport and trends. Its continued operation ensures that regulatory agencies and the public have access to reliable air quality information for this part of Utah.

The station is located in Duchesne County, Utah, within the Uinta Basin, a region with significant oil and gas extraction activities. This industrial context can influence local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other pollutants. The monitoring station's siting at a rural intersection provides representative data for regional background conditions, helping to distinguish between local emission impacts and transported pollution. Parameter coverage typically includes criteria pollutants and may extend to speciation or meteorological measurements, depending on the station's specific objectives. Reporting continuity is maintained through the EPA's AQS network, ensuring data is publicly accessible for regulatory and research purposes.