Overview
Houston East is an operational air monitoring station in Houston, Texas, managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network, tracking criteria pollutants and supporting public health.
Houston East is an air monitoring station located at 1262 1/2 Mae Drive in Houston, Harris County, Texas. Operated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), it is part of the extensive US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors ambient air quality across the United States. The station plays a key role in assessing regional air pollution levels in the Houston metropolitan area, a region with significant industrial and urban emissions. The station's technical operations align with federal and state regulatory frameworks, including the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). As a TCEQ-managed site, it likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide, following standardized EPA methods. The station's last reported sample date is August 31, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection and reporting continuity. Houston East serves the community by providing essential air quality data used for public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and environmental research. Its location in a densely populated and industrially active area makes it a critical node in the regional monitoring network, helping to track pollution trends and inform policy decisions. The station's data supports the broader goal of protecting human health and the environment in Texas.
Environmental context
Houston East operates within the Houston-Galveston area, a region with complex air quality challenges due to heavy industry, petrochemical refineries, and high traffic density. The station's siting is representative of urban and industrial exposure, providing data on criteria pollutants and potentially hazardous air pollutants. Its measurements contribute to the EPA's AQS database, supporting attainment status assessments for ozone and particulate matter. The station's long-term operation ensures continuity in tracking emission reduction efforts and compliance with the Texas State Implementation Plan.
Frequently asked questions
Houston East is located at 1262 1/2 Mae Drive in Houston, Harris County, Texas, United States.
As part of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality network, Houston East likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide, following EPA standards.
Houston East is operated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the state agency responsible for environmental protection.
Air monitoring in Texas operates under the US Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), with data reported to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS).
Houston East provides continuous air quality data used for public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and tracking pollution trends in the Houston metropolitan area.
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