Overview
Ukiah-Municipal Airport is an operational air monitoring station in Ukiah, California, operated under the California Air Resources Board network. It provides ambient air quality data for Mendocino County.
Ukiah-Municipal Airport is an air monitoring station located at 1475 S State Street in Ukiah, California. It is part of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) monitoring network, which supports the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). The station contributes to regional air quality surveillance in Mendocino County. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's ambient air quality standards. CARB manages a network of stations across California to monitor criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's last reported sample date is December 31, 2024, indicating ongoing data collection. This monitoring station serves the Ukiah Valley area, providing essential data for public health assessments and regulatory compliance. Its location near a municipal airport allows for representative sampling of urban and transportation-related emissions. The data supports local air quality management and informs community exposure studies.
Environmental context
The Ukiah Municipal Airport monitoring station is situated in a region influenced by agricultural activities, wildfires, and transportation emissions. Mendocino County experiences seasonal air quality challenges from wildfire smoke and wood smoke in winter. The station's placement near an airport captures emissions from aircraft and ground support vehicles, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of local air pollution sources. Monitoring criteria pollutants here helps assess compliance with California's stringent air quality standards and supports public health advisories.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 1475 S State Street, Ukiah, California, within Mendocino County.
The station is operated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the state agency responsible for air quality monitoring and regulation.
Data from this station supports the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) and helps California enforce National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act.
Monitoring near airports captures emissions from aircraft and ground vehicles, providing data on transportation-related air pollution and its impact on surrounding communities.
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