Mojave-Pat Avenue Air Monitoring Station, Mojave, California

Mojave-Pat Avenue is an air monitoring station located at 3200 Pat Avenue in Mojave, Kern County, California, United States. It is part of the state's air quality monitoring network and is operated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The station is currently operational and contributes to the collection of ambient air quality data in the Mojave Desert region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) and California's stringent air quality standards. As part of CARB's network, it likely monitors criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide, following EPA-approved methods. The station's last reported sample date is July 31, 2025, indicating recent and ongoing data collection. Located in the Mojave Desert, the station serves a region with unique air quality challenges, including dust from dry lake beds, emissions from transportation corridors, and occasional wildfire impacts. Data from this station supports local and state efforts to protect public health and meet National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).

The Mojave Desert region experiences high ozone levels during summer due to strong sunlight and precursor emissions from vehicles and industrial sources. Particulate matter from windblown dust and agricultural activities is also a concern. The station's siting in a semi-arid environment provides representative data for a sparsely populated area, complementing urban monitors in California's larger network.