Davis Island Air Monitoring Station, Tampa, Florida | Environmental Monitoring

Davis Island is an air monitoring station located at 155 Columbia Dr, Tampa, Florida, within Hillsborough County. Operated by the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, it is part of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is situated in a coastal urban environment, contributing to regional air quality assessments. The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. As a fixed-site monitor, it likely measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide, though specific parameters are not detailed. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act, with data used for state implementation plans and public health advisories. Environmental monitoring at Davis Island supports local air quality management in the Tampa Bay area, a region with significant industrial and port activities. The data helps track pollution trends, inform regulatory decisions, and protect public health. The station's coastal location also provides insights into marine-influenced air quality dynamics.

The Tampa Bay area features a mix of urban, industrial, and port emissions, with air quality influenced by local sources and regional transport. The Davis Island station's coastal siting allows monitoring of sea breeze effects on pollutant dispersion. Typical parameters measured at such stations include ozone, PM2.5, and nitrogen oxides, supporting compliance with EPA standards and health-based assessments.