Overview
Terre Haute-Fort Harrison Rd. is an operational air monitoring station in Terre Haute, Indiana, operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. It provides ambient air quality data for the local area.
Terre Haute-Fort Harrison Rd. is an air monitoring station located at the INDOT Maintenance Facility on Fort Harrison Road in Terre Haute, Indiana, United States. It is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, which supports compliance with the US EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's Office of Air Quality. The station collects air quality samples to measure criteria pollutants and other parameters as part of the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network. The last reported sample date is December 31, 2022, indicating ongoing data collection. The station's location near a major transportation route suggests it may monitor traffic-related pollutants, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of local air quality. As part of Indiana's air monitoring network, this station plays a key role in protecting public health and the environment. The data collected supports regulatory compliance, health advisories, and community awareness. The station's operation aligns with federal and state efforts to maintain and improve air quality in the region.
Environmental context
The station is situated in Vigo County, Indiana, an area with a mix of industrial, agricultural, and transportation sources. Monitoring at this location helps assess the impact of local emissions on ambient air quality. The station's data contributes to the EPA's AQS network, which tracks trends in criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide. This information is vital for evaluating the effectiveness of air quality regulations and informing public health decisions.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 2900 Fort Harrison Rd. at the INDOT Maintenance Facility in Terre Haute, Indiana, United States.
As part of the EPA's Air Quality System, the station measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen oxides to assess ambient air quality.
The station is operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's Office of Air Quality.
Air monitoring stations in the US operate under the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) and comply with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) established by the Clean Air Act.
The station provides continuous air quality data that supports regulatory compliance, public health advisories, and trend analysis for local and regional air quality management.
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