Borger FM 1559 Air Monitoring Station, Borger, Texas | United States Environmental Monitoring

Borger FM 1559 is an air monitoring station located at 19440 FM 1559 in Borger, Texas, within the United States. The station is part of the state-level air quality monitoring network overseen by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), which operates numerous stations across Texas to track criteria pollutants and support compliance with the Clean Air Act. The station's last reported sample date is August 31, 2025, indicating recent and ongoing data collection. As a TCEQ-operated site, it likely measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, following EPA monitoring protocols. The station's rural location in Hutchinson County provides representative background air quality data for the Texas Panhandle region. Environmental monitoring at Borger FM 1559 supports local and regional air quality management, helping to assess the impact of nearby industrial activities, including oil and gas operations and petrochemical facilities common in the area. The data contributes to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) database, aiding in regulatory compliance and public health protection.

Borger FM 1559 is situated in the Texas Panhandle, a region with significant oil and gas extraction and refining activities. The station's location on FM 1559 provides a rural background measurement, complementing urban and industrial monitoring sites. Its parameter coverage likely includes criteria pollutants and meteorological parameters, ensuring representative siting for regional air quality assessment. The station's reporting continuity under TCEQ supports long-term trend analysis and compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).