KANE COUNTY HEALTH DEPT Air Monitoring Station, Aurora, Illinois

KANE COUNTY HEALTH DEPT is an air monitoring station located at 1240 N. Highland Ave in Aurora, Illinois, United States. Operated under the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, this facility is part of the national air quality monitoring network that tracks criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters. The station's last reported sample date is October 30, 2024, indicating ongoing data collection. As an air monitoring station in the United States, KANE COUNTY HEALTH DEPT operates within the framework of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). This network establishes standards for monitoring methods, quality assurance, and data reporting to ensure compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Stations like this one typically measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, though specific parameters are not detailed here. The station serves the Aurora area and Kane County, providing critical data for public health assessments and regulatory compliance. Its location in a suburban setting near Chicago contributes to understanding regional air quality trends and the effectiveness of emission control strategies. Continuous operation supports long-term environmental monitoring and community awareness.

The station's location in Aurora, Illinois, places it within the Chicago metropolitan area, where air quality is influenced by industrial emissions, transportation, and urban activities. Monitoring in this region helps track compliance with EPA standards and supports studies on ozone and particulate matter. The station's data contributes to regional air quality management and public health advisories.