Overview
WOOD PLATFORM is an air monitoring station in Midland, Michigan, operated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
WOOD PLATFORM is an air monitoring station located at 3900 S. Saginaw (Dow) in Midland, Michigan, United States. The facility is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Air Quality Division. It contributes to the national air quality monitoring framework under the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). The station is situated in an industrial area of Midland, which is home to chemical manufacturing and other industrial activities. As an air monitoring station, it typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, in accordance with EPA standards. The station's last reported sample date was June 23, 2023, indicating ongoing operations. Environmental monitoring in Michigan is critical for assessing air quality impacts from industrial sources and protecting public health. WOOD PLATFORM's data supports regulatory compliance and community awareness. The station's location in Midland County provides representative sampling for the region's air quality, aiding in the evaluation of pollution control measures and informing local environmental policy.
Environmental context
Midland, Michigan, is home to significant chemical manufacturing and industrial facilities, making air quality monitoring essential for assessing pollutant exposure. The WOOD PLATFORM station operates within the U.S. EPA's AQS network, which sets standards for criteria pollutants. Its siting near industrial sources allows for representative monitoring of local emissions, supporting regulatory compliance and public health protection.
Frequently asked questions
WOOD PLATFORM is located at 3900 S. Saginaw (Dow) in Midland, Michigan, United States.
As an air monitoring station, WOOD PLATFORM typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, in accordance with U.S. EPA standards.
The station is operated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Air Quality Division.
Air monitoring stations in the U.S. operate under the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants and requires state monitoring networks.
Midland hosts industrial facilities, including chemical manufacturing, making air monitoring critical for assessing local air quality, protecting public health, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
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