FAMOUS Data Packets for NAAQS Modeling

MPCA data packets for National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) modeling utilize our "First-Approximation Modeling Optimizing Useful Set-ups (FAMOUS)" approach (as of November 28, 2011).

FAMOUS uses Facility Abbreviation Codes (FAC) and MPCA-generated meteorological data, nearby sources via First-Approximation Representative 2nd Generation (FAR2G) modeling data, and hourly background concentration data (concurrent with the hourly meteorological data).

Each FAMOUS data packet (WINzip file, 7MB, zipped)) is location specific and is an excellent starting point for most (but not all) NAAQS modeling for CO, NO₂, PM10, PM2.5, and SO₂. Terms and conditions do apply.

How to Request a FAMOUS Write-up

Email your request for a FAMOUS write-up to Dennis Becker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

How to Request a FAMOUS Data Packet

Email your request for a FAMOUS data packet (7MB, zipped) to Dennis Becker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Please type the facility name and "Request for FAMOUS Data Packet" in the email subject line. Example for Minnesota State Ethanol Company: "Minnesota State Ethanol Company Request for FAMOUS Data Packet."

Please include the following information in the email body:

• Facility Name, City, County, State (MN)
• Proposed 3-character Facility Abbreviation Code (FAC) [MSE for MN State Ethanol]
• Latitude in decimal degrees to 4 decimal places (e.g., 45.0000)
• Longitude in decimal degrees to 4 decimal places (e.g., 95.0000)
• UTM Easting, NAD83, zone 15 extended (nearest meter)
• UTM Northing, NAD83, zone 15 extended (nearest meter)
• MPCA Air Permit Number (8 digits, if an existing facility)
• MPCA Air Quality File No. (if known)
• WINzip file extension preference (*.zip or *.txt) [some firewalls prevent *.zip files]
• Desired delivery date (say, within 5 to10 business days of your request)
• Please copy key facility staff and This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Please direct any questions to Dennis Becker at 651-757-2217 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .