Overview
Kapolei Col is an air monitoring station in Kapolei, Hawaii, operated by the Hawaii State Department of Health. It monitors ambient air quality as part of the state's network.
Kapolei Col is an air monitoring station located at 2052 Lauwiliwili Street in Kapolei, Hawaii, United States. The station is operated by the Hawaii State Department of Health and is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network. As a fixed-site monitor, it contributes to the assessment of air pollution levels in the region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Air Quality System (AQS). It likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and others, in accordance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The Hawaii State Department of Health manages the network to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to protect public health. Kapolei Col serves a growing community on the island of Oahu, providing essential data for air quality management and public health advisories. The station's location near industrial and urban areas helps characterize local air quality impacts. Its continuous operation supports long-term trend analysis and regulatory decision-making.
Environmental context
Kapolei Col is situated in an area influenced by both urban emissions from Honolulu and industrial activities in the Kapolei region. The station's siting is representative of mixed land use, capturing pollutants from traffic, power generation, and other sources. Monitoring at this location helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports the state's air quality management plans. The data contributes to understanding local air pollution patterns and informing public health protection measures.
Frequently asked questions
Kapolei Col is located at 2052 Lauwiliwili Street in Kapolei, Hawaii, United States.
The station is operated by the Hawaii State Department of Health.
As part of the Hawaii air monitoring network, Kapolei Col likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide, in accordance with EPA standards.
Air monitoring in Hawaii is governed by the U.S. Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). The Hawaii State Department of Health ensures compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
Kapolei is a rapidly growing area with industrial and urban development. Air monitoring helps assess local air quality, protect public health, and support regulatory compliance with federal standards.
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