Overview
Highland Reservoir is an operational air monitoring station in Southglenn, Colorado, managed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network, tracking criteria pollutants to support
Highland Reservoir is an operational air monitoring station located at 8100 S. University Blvd in Southglenn, Colorado, within Arapahoe County. Operated under the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, this station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors ambient air quality across the United States. As a fixed-site monitor, it provides critical data on pollutant concentrations in the Denver metropolitan area. The station operates within the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act and EPA monitoring requirements, which mandate the measurement of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. While specific parameters measured at this site are not detailed, typical urban stations in Colorado include ozone and PM2.5 monitoring to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating recent active data collection. Highland Reservoir's location in a suburban setting near Denver provides representative data for population exposure and regional air quality trends. This monitoring supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and long-term trend analysis. The station's role is vital for informing local air quality management strategies and ensuring that the Denver area meets federal air quality standards.
Environmental context
Highland Reservoir operates in the Denver metropolitan area, which faces air quality challenges from urban emissions, traffic, and occasional wildfire smoke. The station's siting in a suburban residential area provides representative data for population exposure. Monitoring criteria pollutants like ozone and PM2.5 is critical for assessing compliance with NAAQS and protecting public health. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment uses this data to issue air quality alerts and develop emission reduction strategies.
Frequently asked questions
Highland Reservoir is located at 8100 S. University Blvd in Southglenn, Colorado, within Arapahoe County, USA.
The station is operated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), which manages air quality monitoring across the state.
Typical urban stations in Colorado monitor criteria pollutants such as ozone, PM2.5, and nitrogen dioxide under the EPA AQS network.
Data from Highland Reservoir supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), helping CDPHE issue air quality alerts and develop emission reduction plans.
Yes, it is part of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), a national network of monitoring stations that track ambient air pollution for regulatory and public health purposes.
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