WEST OLIVE Air Monitoring Station, Michigan | Environmental Monitoring Facility

WEST OLIVE is an air monitoring station located at 8578 Hiawatha Drive in West Olive, Ottawa County, Michigan, United States. The station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Air Quality Division. As a fixed-site monitor, it contributes to the characterization of air pollution levels in the Lake Michigan coastal area. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Program, which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. Monitoring stations like WEST OLIVE follow EPA siting criteria to ensure representativeness of local air quality. The station's last reported sample date was December 31, 2020, indicating ongoing data collection. Environmental monitoring in this region is important due to the mix of industrial activities, transportation corridors, and proximity to Lake Michigan, which can influence local meteorology and pollutant dispersion. The data collected supports air quality management, public health assessments, and compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).

The West Olive area is situated along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan, where prevailing westerly winds can transport pollutants from across the lake. The region has a mix of industrial facilities, including power generation and manufacturing, as well as agricultural activities. Air monitoring stations in this area help track ozone formation, particulate matter from local sources, and regional transport. The data supports the state's efforts to maintain compliance with EPA air quality standards and to protect public health in coastal communities.