Doe Run Buick - South #1 Air Monitoring Station, Buick, Missouri

Doe Run Buick - South #1 is an air monitoring station located in Buick, Missouri, United States. The station is part of the local air quality monitoring network and is operated by Doe Run Herculaneum. It serves to track ambient air pollution levels in the Iron County area, contributing to the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's ambient air quality standards. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in this network measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's last reported sample date is September 28, 2025, indicating ongoing operations. Located in a rural area near Buick, Missouri, the station likely monitors air quality impacts from local industrial activities, including mining and smelting operations associated with the Doe Run Company. This data supports public health protection and regulatory compliance in the region.

The station is situated in Iron County, Missouri, an area with a history of lead mining and smelting. Air monitoring here is critical for assessing exposure to particulate matter and heavy metals, particularly lead, which is a criteria pollutant under the US EPA. The station's siting near industrial sources provides representative data for evaluating compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and protecting nearby communities.