Overview
Havre Air Monitoring Station, operated by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, tracks ambient air quality in Havre, Montana, as part of the US EPA AQS network.
The Havre Air Monitoring Station is an operational air quality monitoring facility located at Montana State University Northern in Havre, Montana. It is part of the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and provides data for public health assessments. Operated by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality's Air Quality Division, the station collects ambient air samples to measure criteria pollutants and other parameters. The facility follows EPA-approved monitoring methods and quality assurance procedures to ensure data accuracy and representativeness for the Havre area. This station contributes to regional air quality management by providing continuous data that informs regulatory decisions and public awareness. Its location in a mixed urban and agricultural setting helps characterize local air quality impacts from sources such as transportation, industry, and seasonal activities.
Environmental context
The Havre station monitors ambient air quality in a region influenced by agricultural activities, transportation corridors, and seasonal weather patterns. Its data supports the EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) compliance and helps track pollutants like ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's siting is designed to be representative of population exposure and background conditions in north-central Montana.
Frequently asked questions
The Havre Air Monitoring Station is located at 300 13th St W, Havre, MT 59501, on the campus of Montana State University Northern.
As part of the EPA AQS network, the station measures criteria air pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, following federal reference methods.
The station is operated by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, which ensures data quality and reporting to the EPA.
Air monitoring stations like Havre operate under the Clean Air Act and EPA regulations, including the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Air Quality System (AQS) for data management.
The station provides continuous ambient air quality data that helps Montana assess compliance with federal standards, track pollution trends, and inform public health advisories.
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