Overview
Black Hawk Air Monitoring Station in Colorado, operated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, provides ambient air quality data for Gilpin County. It supports regulatory compliance under the US EPA Air Quality System.
Black Hawk is an air monitoring station located at 831 Miners Mesa Road in Black Hawk, Colorado, within Gilpin County. Operated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, it is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network. The station contributes to the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which tracks criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical monitoring at such stations includes ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The station's siting in a mountainous region of Colorado provides representative data for local air quality, influenced by both urban emissions from nearby Denver and natural sources like wildfires. As part of the Colorado monitoring network, Black Hawk plays a key role in assessing air quality trends, supporting public health advisories, and informing regulatory decisions. The data collected helps evaluate the effectiveness of emission reduction strategies and ensures that the region meets federal air quality standards. This station is vital for protecting community health and the environment in the Rocky Mountain region.
Environmental context
Black Hawk is situated in Gilpin County, Colorado, at an elevation of approximately 8,000 feet in the Rocky Mountains. The local air quality is influenced by a mix of urban pollution transported from the Denver metropolitan area, vehicle emissions from tourism, and seasonal wildfire smoke. Monitoring at this station helps characterize ozone and particulate matter levels, which are critical for understanding regional air quality dynamics. The station's location provides representative data for mountain communities and supports the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's efforts to protect public health and the environment.
Frequently asked questions
The Black Hawk Air Monitoring Station is located at 831 Miners Mesa Road, Black Hawk, Colorado 80422, in Gilpin County, United States.
Typical air monitoring stations in Colorado measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, as part of the EPA Air Quality System.
The station is operated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), which manages the state's ambient air quality monitoring network.
Air monitoring in the United States is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). Stations like Black Hawk must comply with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
Colorado's air quality is affected by urban emissions, vehicle traffic, and wildfires. Monitoring helps track pollutant levels, issue health advisories, and ensure compliance with federal standards, protecting public health and the environment.
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