PARKING LOT OF FIRE STATION NUMBER 10 AT 3730 MEADOWLAND BLVD. - Air Monitoring Station in Colorado Springs, Colorado

PARKING LOT OF FIRE STATION NUMBER 10 AT 3730 MEADOWLAND BLVD. is an air monitoring station located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. The station is operated by the City of Colorado Springs and is part of the national network of ambient air quality monitors that support the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). As a fixed-site monitor, it provides data on criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act and the EPA's monitoring requirements. Typical air monitoring stations in Colorado measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The data collected supports air quality management, public health advisories, and regional planning. The station's location in a parking lot of a fire station ensures representative sampling of urban air quality in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs is situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains, and its air quality can be influenced by local emissions from transportation, industry, and occasional wildfire smoke. The monitoring station contributes to the state's air quality surveillance network, helping to protect public health and the environment. Continuous operation of such stations is vital for tracking trends and informing regulatory decisions.

The station is located in Colorado Springs, a city at the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains. The local air quality is influenced by urban emissions, including vehicle traffic and industrial activities, as well as natural sources like dust and wildfires. Monitoring criteria pollutants such as ozone and particulate matter is essential for assessing compliance with NAAQS and protecting sensitive populations. The station's siting in a parking lot provides representative urban background measurements.