Flagstaff Middle School Air Monitoring Station | Flagstaff, Arizona Environmental Monitoring

Flagstaff Middle School Air Monitoring Station is an air quality monitoring facility located at 755 W Bonito in Flagstaff, Coconino County, Arizona, United States. It is operated under the oversight of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and contributes to the national ambient air quality monitoring network. The station is part of a broader effort to track criteria pollutants and support regulatory compliance with the Clean Air Act. As an air monitoring station, it collects data on key pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and other criteria pollutants, following US EPA monitoring protocols. The station's siting in a school area provides representative data for urban and residential exposure. The facility is part of the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which standardizes reporting and ensures data quality. The most recent sample date is March 28, 2024, indicating ongoing operations. The station plays a vital role in assessing air quality in Flagstaff, a city situated near the San Francisco Peaks and known for its high elevation and clean air. Monitoring data helps inform public health advisories and regulatory decisions. The station's location in a middle school also supports community awareness and educational opportunities regarding environmental monitoring.

Flagstaff is located in northern Arizona at an elevation of approximately 7,000 feet, with a climate influenced by the Colorado Plateau. Air quality in the region can be affected by seasonal wildfires, dust from arid conditions, and winter inversions. The monitoring station's placement at a middle school provides representative data for residential and school environments, which is critical for assessing children's exposure to pollutants. The station's parameter coverage typically includes ozone and particulate matter, aligning with EPA criteria pollutant monitoring requirements.