Oakland Air Monitoring Station, California | Environmental Monitoring Facility

The Oakland Air Monitoring Station is an operational air quality monitoring facility located at 9925 International Blvd in Oakland, California. It is operated by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) and contributes to the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which tracks criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters across the United States. As part of the BAAQMD's monitoring network, this station measures key pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide, in compliance with the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is February 29, 2024, indicating ongoing data collection. The BAAQMD operates over 30 monitoring sites in the region, with this station serving the Oakland area. The station's location in a densely populated urban area provides representative data for assessing population exposure to air pollution. This information supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and air quality management strategies. The data also contributes to regional air quality planning and climate research, helping to protect community health and the environment.

The Oakland station monitors air quality in a region with significant industrial activity, port operations, and traffic emissions. The San Francisco Bay Area faces challenges with ozone and particulate matter, especially during wildfire seasons. The station's siting in an urban residential area ensures representative sampling of population exposure. Continuous reporting supports compliance with NAAQS and informs local air quality management decisions.