St. Paul Brass Air Monitoring Station, St. Paul, Minnesota | Environmental Monitoring

St. Paul Brass is an air monitoring station located at 911 Lafond Ave in St. Paul, Minnesota, within Ramsey County. Operated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Division of Air Quality, this station contributes to the national ambient air quality monitoring network. As part of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), it plays a role in assessing compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is part of a broader network that measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. Monitoring data from St. Paul Brass supports regulatory reporting and public health advisories. The station's last reported sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing operations. Located in an urban area, St. Paul Brass helps characterize air quality in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. Its data informs local air quality management and contributes to regional trend analysis. The station's operation aligns with federal and state air quality programs aimed at protecting public health and the environment.

St. Paul Brass operates within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act, under the oversight of the EPA and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The station's siting in an urban area provides representative data for population exposure assessment. Monitoring focuses on criteria pollutants, with potential for additional speciation or meteorological parameters. Data continuity supports long-term trend analysis and regulatory compliance.