Overview
East Bay is an operational air monitoring station in Tampa, Florida, operated by the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the US EPA AQS network.
East Bay is an air monitoring station located at 9849 South Highway 41 in Tampa, Florida, within Hillsborough County. The station is operational and contributes to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act. The station is operated by the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, which oversees local air quality monitoring efforts. As part of the EPA's regulatory framework, the station likely measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The most recent sample date recorded is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Located in a suburban area near Tampa, the station plays a key role in assessing air quality impacts from local sources, including transportation and industrial activities. The data supports public health advisories and regulatory compliance, contributing to the broader goal of maintaining healthy air quality standards for the region.
Environmental context
The Tampa Bay area experiences a subtropical climate with high humidity and frequent thunderstorms, which can influence pollutant dispersion and formation. The station's location near Highway 41 suggests it monitors traffic-related emissions. Parameter coverage typically includes criteria pollutants, and siting follows EPA guidelines for representativeness. Reporting continuity is maintained through the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, ensuring data is submitted to the AQS network for regulatory use.
Frequently asked questions
The East Bay air monitoring station is located at 9849 South Highway 41, Tampa, Florida 33534, in Hillsborough County.
As part of the EPA AQS network, the station likely monitors criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead.
The station is operated by the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, which is responsible for local air quality monitoring and reporting.
Air monitoring in the United States is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which sets standards for criteria pollutants and monitoring methods.
Data from East Bay is used to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), support public health advisories, and inform local air quality management decisions.
Other Air Monitoring Station plants in United States · 6 nearby