Overview
Troost is an operational air monitoring station in Kansas City, Missouri, operated under the Missouri Laboratory Services Program. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the US EPA Air Quality System network.
Troost is an air monitoring station located at 724 Troost (Rear) in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. It is part of the national ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated under the Missouri Laboratory Services Program. The station contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), which collects and manages air pollution data across the country. As an air monitoring station, Troost measures criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is May 31, 2025, indicating ongoing operation. Monitoring stations like Troost typically use federal reference or equivalent methods to ensure data accuracy and comparability. The data from Troost supports local and regional air quality management, public health advisories, and regulatory compliance. Kansas City, located in Jackson County, experiences air quality challenges from urban emissions, industrial sources, and transportation. The station's measurements help track trends and inform pollution control strategies.
Environmental context
Troost operates within the US EPA AQS framework, which mandates monitoring of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. The station's siting in an urban area ensures representativeness of population exposure. Reporting continuity is maintained through regular sampling and data submission to the AQS database, supporting long-term trend analysis and regulatory compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The Troost air monitoring station is located at 724 Troost (Rear) in Kansas City, Missouri, United States.
The Troost station is operated under the Missouri Laboratory Services Program, which reports data to the US EPA Air Quality System.
As part of the US EPA AQS network, Troost monitors criteria pollutants including ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead, depending on its specific instrumentation.
Data from Troost helps assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and supports local air quality management and public health advisories.
The AQS is the national repository for ambient air quality data in the United States, containing measurements from thousands of monitoring stations like Troost. It is used for regulatory decision-making and research.
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