RAPS Air Monitoring Station, Toledo, Ohio | US EPA AQS Network

RAPS is an air monitoring station located at 4150 Airport Highway in Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio, United States. It is part of the national ambient air quality monitoring network managed by the US EPA, with reporting through the Ohio EPA Central Office. The station contributes to the Air Quality System (AQS), which tracks criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's monitoring requirements. Typical air monitoring stations in Ohio measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The station's last reported sample date is September 28, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. RAPS serves the Toledo metropolitan area, providing critical data for assessing local air quality and compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Its location near an airport and urban area supports representative monitoring of emissions from transportation and industrial sources. The data supports public health advisories and regulatory decisions.

The station's location in Toledo, Ohio, places it in a region with mixed industrial, urban, and transportation emissions. Air monitoring in this area focuses on criteria pollutants and meteorological parameters to assess compliance with NAAQS. The station's siting near an airport and major highway provides representative data for traffic-related pollution. Reporting continuity through the Ohio EPA ensures consistent data for trend analysis and regulatory reporting.