Overview
Boulder City Air Monitoring Station in Nevada, USA, is an operational facility under Clark County, NV DES. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
Boulder City Air Monitoring Station is located at 1005 Industrial Road in Boulder City, Nevada, within Clark County. Operated by the Clark County Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES), this station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, contributing to national ambient air quality monitoring efforts. The station collects air quality samples, with the most recent reported sample date in March 2021. As a monitoring site within the EPA's regulatory framework, it likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in line with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's siting in an industrial area supports representativeness for local air quality assessment. This monitoring station plays a key role in tracking air pollution trends in Boulder City and the surrounding Clark County region. Data from this station supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and environmental research. Its continued operation ensures long-term continuity of air quality records, aiding in the evaluation of emission control strategies and community exposure assessments.
Environmental context
Boulder City is situated in the Mojave Desert, with dry climate and frequent temperature inversions that can trap pollutants. The station's location near industrial activities and transportation corridors makes it critical for monitoring ozone and particulate matter, which are key concerns in the region. Clark County's air quality program aligns with EPA standards, focusing on criteria pollutants and meteorological parameters to assess health impacts and regulatory compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 1005 Industrial Road, Boulder City, Nevada, USA, within Clark County.
As part of the EPA AQS network, it typically measures criteria pollutants like ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide to ensure compliance with NAAQS.
The station is operated by the Clark County Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES), which manages air quality monitoring in the region.
The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) and complies with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) set by the Clean Air Act.
Boulder City's desert climate and industrial activities can lead to air quality issues; monitoring helps protect public health and supports regulatory compliance and environmental research.
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