Overview
San Diego - Sherman Elementary School is an operational air monitoring station in San Diego, California, reporting to the California Air Resources Board. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network.
San Diego - Sherman Elementary School is an air monitoring station located in San Diego, California, United States. Operated under the California Air Resources Board, it is part of the national air quality monitoring network that supports the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS). The station is situated in an urban residential area, providing representative data for community exposure assessment. The station operates within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act, which mandates monitoring of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and others. While specific parameters measured at this site are not detailed, typical urban stations in California monitor multiple pollutants to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is September 16, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Environmental monitoring at this location supports public health protection by tracking air quality trends in a densely populated area of San Diego. Data from this station contributes to regional air quality management, including attainment status determinations and health advisories. The station's location near an elementary school underscores its role in safeguarding sensitive populations.
Environmental context
San Diego's air quality is influenced by a mix of urban emissions, port activities, and meteorological conditions such as marine inversions. Monitoring stations like Sherman Elementary School help track criteria pollutants and support regulatory compliance under the US EPA AQS network. The station's siting in a residential area ensures representative exposure data for community health assessments.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 450B 24th Street in San Diego, California, United States, near Sherman Elementary School.
The station reports to the California Air Resources Board (CARB), which operates it as part of the state's air quality monitoring network.
Urban stations in California typically monitor criteria pollutants such as ozone (O3), particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), sulfur dioxide (SO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and lead (Pb), as required by the US EPA.
The US EPA AQS sets standards for monitoring methods, siting criteria, and data quality assurance to ensure consistent and accurate air quality data across the country, supporting compliance with the Clean Air Act.
Monitoring near schools helps assess children's exposure to air pollutants, as children are more vulnerable to respiratory effects. Data informs local air quality management and health advisories.
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