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Assessment of ambient PM{sub 10} levels at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

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OSTI ID:20002073
In May 1996, the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) Twentynine Palms, California, initiated a PM{sub 10} monitoring program for the measurement of particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter less than 10 microns (PM{sub 10}). MCAGCC established four PM{sub 10} monitoring sites on the perimeter of the 932 square mile military base. To date, site average PM{sub 10} levels have been well below the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). A few high PM{sub 10} levels occurred on windy days when gusts exceeded 40 miles per hour. High winds amplify small disturbances to the dry terrain.
Research Organization:
Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center, Port Hueneme, CA (US)
OSTI ID:
20002073
Report Number(s):
CONF-990608--
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English