Overview
STUTTGART is an operational air monitoring station in Stuttgart, Arkansas, operated by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network, tracking criteria pollutants and supporting regulatory
STUTTGART is an air monitoring station located at 1703 N Beurkle - Hwy 63 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, United States. Operated by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, this station is part of the national ambient air quality monitoring network that supports the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). It plays a role in assessing regional air quality and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act and the EPA's monitoring requirements. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in this network measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. The station's location in Stuttgart, a city in Arkansas County, provides representative data for the Mississippi Delta region, which is influenced by agricultural activities and transportation emissions. Environmental monitoring at this station supports public health protection by tracking pollutant levels and trends. Data from STUTTGART contributes to state and national air quality assessments, helping to inform regulatory decisions and community awareness. The station's ongoing operation ensures continuity of long-term air quality records, which are essential for evaluating the effectiveness of emission reduction strategies and understanding regional air pollution dynamics.
Environmental context
Stuttgart, Arkansas, is located in the Mississippi River Delta region, characterized by flat terrain and intensive agriculture, particularly rice and soybean farming. Agricultural activities can contribute to particulate matter and ammonia emissions, while transportation along Highway 63 adds to local pollutant loads. The air monitoring station's siting aims to capture representative ambient conditions for this rural-agricultural setting, supporting the EPA's goal of assessing air quality impacts from both local and regional sources. Parameter coverage typically includes criteria pollutants and meteorological variables, with data reported to the AQS network for regulatory compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The STUTTGART air monitoring station is located at 1703 N Beurkle - Hwy 63 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, United States.
As part of the EPA Air Quality System network, the station typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead, along with meteorological parameters.
The station is operated by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, which is responsible for air quality monitoring in the state.
Air monitoring stations in the US operate under the Clean Air Act and EPA regulations, including the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Air Quality System (AQS) network requirements.
Air monitoring in Stuttgart helps assess the impact of agricultural activities and transportation on local air quality, supporting public health protection and regulatory compliance in the Mississippi Delta region.
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