Sandpoint Air Monitoring Station, Sandpoint, Idaho | United States Environmental Monitoring

Sandpoint Air Monitoring Station is an operational air quality monitoring facility located at 2105 North Boyer Avenue in Sandpoint, Bonner County, Idaho. It is operated under the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare-Environment Division, contributing to the state's ambient air monitoring network. The station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which supports compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station collects data on criteria pollutants and other parameters to assess air quality in the Sandpoint area. As part of the Idaho monitoring network, it follows EPA-approved methods for sampling and analysis. The most recent sample date recorded is May 9, 2023, indicating ongoing operations. Typical monitoring stations in Idaho measure pollutants such as PM2.5, PM10, ozone, and nitrogen dioxide, though specific parameters for this station are not detailed. Located in northern Idaho near the shores of Lake Pend Oreille, the station serves a community of approximately 8,000 residents. Air quality in the region can be influenced by local sources such as wood burning, transportation, and occasional wildfire smoke. The data collected supports public health advisories and regulatory compliance, helping to protect respiratory health and the environment in Bonner County.

Sandpoint Air Monitoring Station operates within the US EPA AQS framework, which sets standards for criteria pollutants like PM2.5, ozone, and NO2. The station's siting in a small urban area near a large lake provides representative data for local exposures. Reporting continuity is maintained through the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, ensuring consistent data for trend analysis and regulatory decisions.