Overview
Harvard Yards is an operational air monitoring station in Newburgh Heights, Ohio, operated by the Ohio EPA Central Office. It contributes to the U.S. EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, tracking criteria pollutants and supporting regulatory complia
Harvard Yards is an air monitoring station located at 4600 Harvard Ave. in Newburgh Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Operated by the Ohio EPA Central Office, it is part of the United States' extensive ambient air quality monitoring network, which supports the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). The station's last reported sample date is October 31, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Clean Air Act, which mandates monitoring of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. As part of the Ohio EPA's network, Harvard Yards likely measures a subset of these pollutants, contributing to regional air quality assessments and compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's location in an urban-industrial area near Cleveland provides representative data for population exposure and source attribution. Environmental monitoring at Harvard Yards supports public health protection by tracking pollutant levels and trends. Data from this station informs air quality forecasts, regulatory decisions, and community awareness. Its continued operation ensures long-term continuity in monitoring, which is critical for detecting changes in air quality due to policy interventions, industrial activity, or climate factors.
Environmental context
Harvard Yards is situated in Newburgh Heights, a community within the Cleveland metropolitan area, which has a history of industrial activity including manufacturing and transportation. The station's location provides representative monitoring for urban air quality, capturing emissions from traffic, industry, and residential sources. Parameter coverage typically includes criteria pollutants, with potential for speciation or meteorological measurements depending on network design. Siting representativeness is crucial for accurate exposure assessment, and the station's placement in a mixed-use area supports this goal. Reporting continuity through the Ohio EPA ensures data reliability for regulatory compliance and public information.
Frequently asked questions
Harvard Yards is located at 4600 Harvard Ave. in Newburgh Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States.
As part of the Ohio EPA network, Harvard Yards likely monitors criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead, in accordance with U.S. EPA standards.
The station is operated by the Ohio EPA Central Office, which manages air quality monitoring across the state.
Harvard Yards operates under the U.S. Clean Air Act and contributes to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), supporting National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) compliance.
The station provides continuous air quality data that informs public health advisories, regulatory decisions, and trend analysis for the Cleveland metropolitan area.
Other Air Monitoring Station plants in United States · 6 nearby