BW Site 12 Shaw Air Monitoring Station, Ottawa County, Ohio | Environmental Monitoring

BW Site 12 Shaw is an air monitoring station located at 15473 W. St. Rt. 105 in Ottawa County, Ohio, United States. The station is operational and contributes to the Brush-Wellman reporting network, which monitors ambient air quality in the region. As an air monitoring station, it plays a role in assessing local air pollution levels and supporting regulatory compliance. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) Air Quality System (AQS). Air monitoring stations in the US typically measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead, as well as meteorological parameters. The specific parameters measured at BW Site 12 Shaw are not detailed, but the station's last reported sample date is September 24, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Located in a rural area of Ottawa County, the station likely monitors air quality impacts from nearby industrial or agricultural activities. The data collected supports local and regional air quality management efforts, helping to protect public health and the environment. Continuous monitoring at this station contributes to the broader US EPA AQS network, which informs regulatory decisions and air quality index reporting.

The station is situated in Ottawa County, Ohio, a region with a mix of agricultural land and industrial activity, including manufacturing and energy production. Air monitoring in this area is important for tracking criteria pollutants and assessing compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's rural location provides background air quality data that helps distinguish local sources from regional transport of pollutants.