Overview
The Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians, Minnesota air monitoring station is part of the CASTNET network, operated by Mactec, Inc. It monitors air quality in Beltrami County, Minnesota, providing data on atmospheric deposition and ambient air condition
The Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians, Minnesota air monitoring station is a key facility within the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Status and Trends Network (CASTNET). Located at 15761 High School Drive in Beltrami County, Minnesota, this station is operated by Mactec, Inc. and serves the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians community. As part of a national network, it contributes to long-term monitoring of air quality and atmospheric deposition. This station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Ambient Air Quality Monitoring program, which includes criteria pollutants and deposition measurements. CASTNET stations typically measure ozone, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and meteorological parameters. The station's location in a rural area provides representative background air quality data for the region, complementing urban monitoring sites. The environmental significance of this station lies in its role in tracking regional air quality trends, assessing the effectiveness of emission reduction programs, and supporting research on ecosystem impacts. Data from this station helps inform policy decisions and public health advisories, particularly for sensitive populations in the area. Its operation by Mactec, Inc. ensures consistent data collection and quality assurance.
Environmental context
The station is situated in a rural area of Beltrami County, Minnesota, within the Red Lake Indian Reservation. The region is characterized by forests, lakes, and wetlands, making it sensitive to atmospheric deposition of pollutants like sulfur and nitrogen. Monitoring at this site helps assess the impact of long-range transport of emissions from industrial and urban sources on sensitive ecosystems. The data supports compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and contributes to the broader CASTNET network's goal of tracking trends in air quality and deposition across the United States.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 15761 High School Drive in Beltrami County, Minnesota, within the Red Lake Indian Reservation.
This station is part of the Clean Air Status and Trends Network (CASTNET), a national network operated by the US EPA to monitor air quality and atmospheric deposition.
The station is operated by Mactec, Inc., which provides data collection and quality assurance services under contract to the US EPA.
CASTNET stations typically measure ozone, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), and meteorological parameters such as wind speed and temperature.
The station provides long-term data on air quality and deposition trends, supporting the US EPA's regulatory programs like the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and helping assess the effectiveness of emission reduction policies.
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