Overview
Hillcrest AMS is an operational air monitoring station in Hayden, Arizona, operated under the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. It provides ambient air quality data for the Gila County region.
Hillcrest AMS is an air monitoring station located at 123 Hillcrest Ave in Hayden, Arizona, United States. It is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated under the oversight of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. The station contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which tracks criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters. The station's last reported sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. While specific parameters measured are not detailed in the available data, typical air monitoring stations in Arizona measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's location in Gila County provides coverage for a region with mixed urban and industrial influences, including nearby mining and smelting operations. Environmental monitoring in this area supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and helps protect public health in communities like Hayden. The data collected at Hillcrest AMS is used for air quality index reporting, regulatory assessments, and research on regional air pollution trends. The station's continued operation ensures long-term data continuity for trend analysis.
Environmental context
Hayden is located in Gila County, Arizona, an area with a history of copper mining and smelting, which can contribute to particulate matter and sulfur dioxide emissions. The region's arid climate and topography can influence pollutant dispersion and accumulation. Air monitoring stations like Hillcrest AMS are critical for tracking these pollutants and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's siting is representative of local air quality conditions, providing data that supports both regulatory decisions and community awareness.
Frequently asked questions
Hillcrest AMS is located at 123 Hillcrest Ave in Hayden, Arizona, United States, within Gila County.
As an air monitoring station, Hillcrest AMS typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, as part of the US EPA Air Quality System.
Hillcrest AMS is operated under the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, which manages the state's ambient air monitoring network.
Hillcrest AMS operates under the US Clean Air Act and contributes data to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which supports National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) compliance.
Hayden is near copper mining and smelting operations, which can emit particulate matter and sulfur dioxide. Air monitoring helps protect public health and ensure compliance with air quality standards.
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