Waco Mazanec Air Monitoring Station, Waco, Texas | United States Environmental Monitoring

Waco Mazanec is an air monitoring station located at 4472 Mazanec Rd in Waco, Texas, within McLennan County. It is part of the United States' extensive ambient air quality monitoring network, which is regulated under the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). The station is operational and reports data to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the state agency responsible for environmental protection. The station's primary function is to measure criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). As a fixed-site monitor, it contributes to the national network that tracks trends in air pollution and supports public health advisories. The most recent sample date is August 31, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Located in central Texas, the station serves the Waco metropolitan area, which has a mix of urban, industrial, and agricultural sources. The data collected helps inform local air quality management and supports research on regional air pollution transport. The station's role is critical for protecting public health and ensuring regulatory compliance in the region.

The Waco Mazanec station operates within the US EPA's AQS framework, which mandates monitoring of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. The station's siting is designed to be representative of population exposure in the Waco area. Reporting continuity is maintained through TCEQ's quality assurance protocols, ensuring data reliability for regulatory decisions and public information.