39TH STREET SITE Air Monitoring Station, Bradenton, Florida | Environmental Monitoring

39TH STREET SITE is an air monitoring station located at 5511 39th Street East in Bradenton, Florida, within Manatee County. Operated by the Manatee County Environmental Management Department, the station is part of the local air quality surveillance network and contributes to the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). The facility is operational and reported a last sample date of June 30, 2025. As an air monitoring station, 39TH STREET SITE measures criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters in accordance with US EPA standards. The station's siting follows EPA guidelines for representativeness, ensuring data reflects ambient conditions in the Bradenton area. The Manatee County Environmental Management Department oversees data collection and reporting, which supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station plays a key role in tracking air quality trends in Manatee County, a region with a mix of urban, industrial, and coastal influences. Continuous monitoring helps inform public health advisories and regulatory decisions. Data from this station contributes to state and national air quality assessments, supporting efforts to protect community health and the environment.

The Bradenton area experiences a subtropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, which can influence ozone formation and particulate matter levels. The station's location in a mixed residential and commercial area provides representative data for population exposure. Monitoring criteria pollutants such as ozone, PM2.5, and nitrogen dioxide helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports local air quality management. The station's data continuity is important for tracking long-term trends and evaluating the effectiveness of emission reduction strategies.