Overview
Thirty-Third is an air monitoring station in Phoenix, Arizona, operated by Maricopa County Air Quality. It provides data on ambient air quality as part of the local monitoring network.
Thirty-Third is an air monitoring station located at 3248 W. Moreland in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. It is part of the Maricopa County Air Quality monitoring network, which tracks ambient air pollution levels in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The station is operational and contributes to the region's environmental monitoring infrastructure. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air Quality System (AQS). As part of a county-level network, it likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in accordance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The last reported sample date is February 28, 2021, indicating ongoing data collection. Phoenix is located in the Sonoran Desert and experiences a hot desert climate, with frequent temperature inversions that can trap pollutants. The station's data supports public health advisories and regulatory compliance, helping to manage air quality in a rapidly growing urban area. Its role is critical for assessing exposure risks and informing emission reduction strategies.
Environmental context
Phoenix, Arizona, is situated in the Sonoran Desert, characterized by a hot arid climate and frequent temperature inversions that can trap ground-level pollutants. The Maricopa County Air Quality network monitors criteria pollutants to assess compliance with NAAQS. The Thirty-Third station contributes to understanding urban air pollution dynamics, particularly ozone and particulate matter, which are influenced by vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and dust from surrounding desert areas.
Frequently asked questions
The Thirty-Third air monitoring station is located at 3248 W. Moreland in Phoenix, Arizona, United States.
As part of the Maricopa County Air Quality network, the station likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards.
The station is operated by Maricopa County Air Quality, which manages the local air monitoring network in Phoenix, Arizona.
Air monitoring in the United States is governed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act, with data reported through the Air Quality System (AQS). Stations must follow National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
Phoenix experiences frequent temperature inversions that trap pollutants, leading to elevated ozone and particulate matter levels. Air monitoring provides data for public health advisories and helps regulators develop strategies to reduce emissions and protect residents.
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