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SFR-113/18Status of Corrective Action at Petroleum-contaminated SitesEnglish2018-11-01A report on the Petroleum Storage Tank State-Lead Program including the status of sites and recommendations on fees, programs, and activities to eventually conclude the program.
SFR-113/19Status of Corrective Action at Petroleum-contaminated SitesEnglish2019-11-01A report on the Petroleum Storage Tank State-Lead Program including the status of sites and recommendations on fees, programs, and activities to eventually conclude the program.
SFR-122Texas State Implementation PlanEnglish2021-00-01A state implementation plan explains how the state will comply with air quality standards according to the Federal Clean Air Act. One SIP exists for each state. Texas’ SIP was initially approved in 1972 and parts of it are revised as needed.
SFR-083/18Dry Cleaning Activities: Report to the 86th Texas Legislature (2017-2018)English2018-11-01Report on the collection of funds, disbursements from the fund, the extent of corrective action, and site rankings
SFR-097/16HB 469: Emissions Profile for Clean Energy Projects, A Report to the 85th LegislatureEnglish2016-10-01Per House Bill 469, this report evaluates the emissions profile established for clean-energy projects that capture and sequester carbon dioxide.
GI-478Improving Water Quality in the North Bosque River: A TMDL Project for PhosphorusEnglish2021-01-01Overview of a project to reduce phosphorus concentrations and prevent excessive algal growth in the North Bosque River.
M-081Dangers to Avoid in a Flood/Peligros a evitar Durante una InundaciónEnglish2021-06-01This double-sided English and Spanish poster illustrates the various hazards that can be present in a flood./Este póster de doble cara en inglés y español ilustra los diversos peligros que pueden presentarse en una inundación.
M-056Take Care of Texas Art ContestEnglish2020-10-01A flyer describing the art contest for K - 5 students.
GI-274Particulate Matter: The Facts-Air Pollution from ParticlesEnglish2019-02-19General review of air pollution in the form of particulate matter.
SFR-117Study on Surcharge Revenue from Imported Nonparty WasteEnglish2016-11-01A study on the available volume and curie capacity of the compact waste disposal site and a possible surcharge for imported, nonparty waste.
M-094Take Care of Texas Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Die Cut Sticker SheetEnglish2021-07-01A 6in x 8in sheet of white sticker paper with 17 different die-cut stickers.
M-060Take Care of Texas Video ContestEnglish2021-07-15Flyer describing the Take Care of Texas video contest for 6th - 12th grade students.
GI-030Texas School Recycling GuideEnglish2018-07-01Technical guidance manual for administrators on reducing waste and starting a school recycling program. Includes tips for Texas schools.
GI-435Ozone: The FactsEnglish2019-02-01General review of ozone as an air pollutant.
GI-605TCEQ Flood Response: Resources for You in the Aftermath of a FloodEnglish2021-09-15Contact and other information for Texas residents with environmental concerns after a flood in their area.
M-017Take Care of Texas StickerEnglish2021-03-01Texas-shaped sticker (4 x 4) with Take Care of Texas logo.
M-038Water Conservation Mirror ClingsEnglish2020-03-01Vinyl static cling (4 inches square) with a water conservation message.
SFR-123/21TCEQ Sunset Self-Evaluation ReportEnglish2021-09-02The agency completed and submitted its self-evaluation report to the Sunset Commission on Sept. 1, 2021.
RG-580Hot Mix Asphalt Plants – Data In Lieu of Testing English2016-07-01Under certain conditions, TCEQ may allow data in lieu of testing for new and relocated hot mix asphalt plants.
GI-609TCEQ Disability Nondiscrimination PlanEnglish2021-09-01TCEQ provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity for full participation in its programs, services, and activities through compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the ADA, and Title 40 CFR Part 7, Subpart C.
GI-607TCEQ Public Participation PlanEnglish2021-06-01Provides guidance to TCEQ staff, the regulated community, and the public in understanding expectations for meaningful public participation.
GI-608TCEQ Language Access PlanEnglish2021-09-01Developed to enhance access for all and establish guidance to better ensure individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) may meaningfully access TCEQ programs, activities, and services in a timely and effective manner.
GI-610TCEQ Grievance Procedure PolicyEnglish2021-04-01Grievance procedure to ensure prompt and fair resolution of complaints alleging violations of 40 C.F.R. Parts 5 and 7 in the administration of TCEQ’s programs and activities.
RG-551Is Regionalization an Option?: Evaluating Regionalization for Potential New Public Water Systems English2021-05-01This document provides guidance for public water systems on regionalization and the actions a proposed new public water system must take if there are other retail water utilities available. It explains where the requirements come from and why they are necessary.
RG-380The Analytical Method Modification Program-How to ApplyEnglish2003-10-01Provides step-by-step instructions and two forms (TCEQ-10364 and TCEQ-10365) for obtaining approval from the TCEQ to modify analytical reference methods that are used to generate data for regulatory purposes.
RG-555Best Management Practices for Sand Mining Operations in the San Jacinto River WatershedEnglish2021-11-05Guidance for best management practices required for sand mining operations in the San Jacinto River Watershed to comply with the watershed protection rules in 30 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 311, Subchapter J
SFR-121/2021-02January 2021 Update to the Texas Water Quality Management PlanEnglish2021-03-10Quarterly Updates to the Texas Water Quality Management Plan direct changes to the State’s overall plan to protect or restore surface water quality. They may include new or revised effluent limitations for wastewater facilities and total maximum daily loads, newly designated regional management agencies, and new or revised nonpoint source measures and groundwater and source-water protection plans.
SFR-121/2022-01October 2021 Update to the Texas Water Quality Management PlanEnglish2021-10-01Quarterly Updates to the Texas Water Quality Management Plan direct changes to the State’s overall plan to protect or restore surface water quality. They may include new or revised effluent limitations for wastewater facilities and total maximum daily loads, newly designated regional management agencies, and new or revised nonpoint source measures and groundwater and source-water protection plans.
RG-419Disposal of Livestock CarcassesEnglish2021-09-01A guide for farm and ranch owners, state agencies, and local authorities when faced with animal mortalities.
RG-195Rules and Regulations for Public Water SystemsEnglish2019-12-01A guide containing the rules from 30 TAC 290 Subchapter D for designing, operating, and maintaining water systems that supply potable water.
RG-346Fees, Standards, and Reporting Requirements for Public Water SystemsEnglish2019-12-01This publication contains the rule language found in 30 TAC 290 Subchapter E (fees), Subchapter F (requirements for drinking water quality), and Subchapter H (requirements for Consumer Confidence Reports)
RG-344The TCEQ Has Inspected Your Business. What Does This Mean to You?English2014-11-01Summary of the inspection process, covers the basic rights and responsibilities involved.
GI-278Do You Want to Make an Environmental Complaint? Do You Have Information or Evidence?English2021-11-04Explains (in English and Spanish) how to report an environmental problem and what happens after you do.
GI-411A Consumer's Guide to Backflow Prevention in Texas/Guia del consumidor para prevenir el contraflujo en TexasEnglish/spanish2016-09-01A guide for consumers and community water systems that explains how to prevent backflow from irrigation systems, including issues involving cross-connections./Una guía para consumidores y para sistemas comunitarios de agua que explica cómo prevenir el contraflujo proveniente de sistemas de riego, y que incluye discusión de asuntos relacionados con conexiones cruzadas.
GI-443Communities Working Together: Taking Care of Our Streams, Lakes, and Bays (bookmarks)English2015-06-01A set of bookmarks advising the public on strategies to improve environmental quality, especially water quality.
GI-352Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEPs): Putting Fines to Work Closer to HomeEnglish2015-10-01Explains the option of the Supplemental Environmental Project, an alternative to paying all or a portion of the monetary penalty that has been assessed for a violation of an environmental regulation.
RG-173Guidance on the Texas Environmental, Health, and Safety Privilege ActEnglish2013-11-01Discusses legislation under which certain documents and information gathered as part of an environmental self-audit are privileged from disclosure, and which offers exemption from certain penalties.
SFR-083/20Dry Cleaning Activities: Report to the 87th Texas Legislature (2019-2020)English2020-12-01Report on the collection of funds, disbursements from the fund, the extent of corrective action, and site rankings.
SFR-113/17Status of Corrective Action at Petroleum-contaminated SitesEnglish2017-11-01A report on the Petroleum Storage Tank State-Lead Program including the status of sites and recommendations on fees, programs, and activities to eventually conclude the program.
RG-415Surface Water Quality Monitoring Procedures, Volume 1: Physical and Chemical Monitoring MethodsEnglish2012-08-01Procedures for TCEQ staff and other monitoring personnel who collect data on surface water quality in Texas.
RG-472On-Site Sewage Facility Rules CompilationEnglish2017-05-01Contains the statutory authority and administrative rules for the On-Site Sewage Facility program.
RG-416Surface Water Quality Monitoring Procedures, Volume 2: Methods for Collecting and Analyzing Biological Assemblage and Habitat DataEnglish2014-05-01Procedures for TCEQ staff and other monitoring personnel who collect data on surface water quality in Texas
GI-151Answers for Small Auto Body Shops Obtaining Air Authorization under Permit by Rule 106.436English2017-08-01A reference for auto body shop owners and operators
GI-233Public Participation in Environmental Permitting: Applications Filed before Sept. 1, 2015English2015-09-01Provides a brief overview of individual rights and responsibilities in the permitting process.
GI-285Creoste: What is it? What are the risks?English2002-07-14Explains (in English and Spanish) the dangers of creosote and how to reduce the risk.
GI-357Guidelines for Operation and Maintenance of Dams in TexasEnglish2006-11-01Especially for dam owners, this manual covers not only the mechanics of dam safety, but also the broader legal and societal issues involved.
GI-069Lead Poisoning: What are the Sources? What are the Risks?English2004-08-01Explains dangers (in English and Spanish) of lead and how to reduce risk.
AS-202Crystalline Silica: Ambient Air Monitoring and Evaluation of Community Health Impacts near Aggregate Production OperationsEnglish2020-12-01Intended for the Legislature and the general public, this publication describes the issues related to crystalline silica emissions generated by APOs, and the air monitoring studies that evaluate their impact on the health of the surrounding community.
GI-419Visible Flames on Industrial Flares: Why Flames May Be Visible More Frequently from Industrial FlaresEnglish2011-12-01Intended especially for people living near facilities with industrial flares, this document is meant to inform the general public that a flare with a bright flame is operating properly and is achieving the desired control efficiency.
GI-374Texas Clean School Bus Program: Diesel Exhaust and School Bus Idling: What You Should KnowEnglish2016-06-01Information for school districts and the general public about the effects of school-bus idling on health and the environment.
GI-381Texas Clean School Bus Program: Reducing emissions from diesel-powered school busesEnglish2016-06-01Information about this comprehensive program designed to improve the health of schoolchildren and bus drivers by reducing emissions of diesel exhaust from school buses. This is part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Program (TERP).
GI-387Get Money to Upgrade or Replace Your Truck or Equipment /Obtenga Dinero para Mejorar o Reemplazar Su Camión o Maquinaria y ¡Limpie el Aire!English/spanish2007-12-01Bilingual poster informing the public about how to obtain TERP grants and assistance./Cartel bilingue informando al publico sobre como obtener subsidios y asistencia TERP.
GI-412About the Texas Clean Fleet ProgramEnglish2010-06-01Encourages operators of large fleets of vehicles to replace diesel with alternative-fueled or hybrid vehicles. This is part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Program (TERP).
RG-388Texas Emissions Reduction Plan: Guidelines for Emissions Reductions Incentive GrantsEnglish2020-08-01Explains the standards for ERIG grants issued under the TERP Program for projects to improve air quality in areas of the state that do not meet certain air quality standards established by the Environmental Protection Agency.
RG-481New Technology Research and Development Program: Guidelines for GrantsEnglish2010-03-01Eligibility and application requirements for NRTD grants; grant administration and reporting.
RG-484New Technology Implementation Grants: Guidelines for GrantsEnglish2018-04-01Eligibility, application, administration, reporting, and closeout procedures for NTIGs.
SFR-079/18Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Biennial Report (2017-2018): A Report to the 86th Texas LegislatureEnglish2018-12-01A report to the legislature, published every two years, detailing TERP activities, revenues, and grant expenditures
AS-213/202020 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2021-06-01This is a publication of the Waste Permits Division, which compiles data from scrap tire transporters, storage sites, and facilities to update industry professionals, legislators, regulatory entities, and citizens about the state of scrap tire management in Texas.
GI-014Citizen Handbook on Superfund in Texas /Manual del Ciudadano sobre el programa Superfund en TexasEnglish/spanish2008-03-01Explains the Superfund program in Texas, how hazardous substances are cleaned up, how to learn about the process and the health effects that could be caused by hazardous substances, and where to get information./Explica el programa Superfund en Texas, como se limpian las sustancias peligrosas, como se puede aprender el procedimiento y los efectos higienicos que pueden ser causados por sustancias peligrosas, y donde se puede obtener informacion.
GI-286How Can a Superfund Site Affect My Property?English2002-12-02Provides information (in English and Spanish) relevant to owners of properties that are near state Superfund sites in Texas.
GI-326Municipal Setting Designations: A Guide for CitiesEnglish2013-02-01Information for cities that may be contacted by persons who wish to pursue state certification of a municipal setting designation, or that wish to pursue MSDs for their own use.
GI-467TCEQ Brownfields Program Fact SheetEnglish2020-03-01Information about the Brownfields Site Assessment Program, which facilitates the cleanup and revitalization of brownfields sites through regulatory, tax, and technical assistance.
RG-001Texas Regulations on Medical WasteEnglish2016-08-01Covers rules for the handling, treatment, and transport of these wastes from health-care-related facilities: waste of animals intentionally exposed to pathogens; bulk human blood and blood products; pathological waste; microbiological waste; and sharps.
RG-029Special Waste Regulations in TexasEnglish2006-09-01A guidance document about special waste disposal in Texas.
RG-074Guidelines for Preparing a Groundwater Sampling and Analysis PlanEnglish2018-05-01This publication offers technical guidance to help owners and operators of municipal solid waste (MSW) Type I landfills develop a groundwater sampling and analysis plan (GWSAP) for their facility. A GWSAP is required by MSW regulations in 30 TAC.
RG-263/cCase Study for the TCEQ's Ecological Risk Assessment ProcessEnglish2018-08-01Case study examples of a Tier 1 Exclusion Criteria Checklist, a Tier 2 Screening Level ERA, and an Ecological Services Analysis. Use in conjunction with RG-263, RG-263b, and other companion documents found at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/era
RG-263Conducting Ecological Risk Assessments at Remediation Sites in Texas`English2018-08-01The agency's primary guidance on how to conduct ecological risk assessments at remediation sites in Texas. Use in conjunction with RG-263B and other companion documents found at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/era.
RG-263/bSupporting Documentation for the TCEQ's Ecological Benchmark TablesEnglish2018-08-01Provides supporting documentation for surface water, sediment and soil benchmarks, part of the ecological risk assessment process. Use in conjunction with RG-263 and other companion documents and Excel file at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/era.
RG-309Transporting Sludge Wastes in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide to Registration, Operating, and ReportingEnglish2020-08-01Explains state environmental rules for transporters of sewage sludge, domestic septage, chemical toilet waste, grease-trap waste, grit-trap waste, sludge from drinking water treatment plants, and similar wastes in Texas.
RG-326Handling and Disposal of Carcasses from Poultry OperationsEnglish2009-08-01Guidance for poultry operators on methods of handling poultry carcasses from both routine and major die-offs.
RG-366/TRRP-03TRRP Compatibility with RCRAEnglish2009-03-01Explains interface of Texas Risk Reduction Program rule with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act as it relates to closure of a hazardous waste management unit with and without a release, RCRA permit modifications, corrective action, and soil reuse.
RG-366/TRRP-02Applicability and GrandfatheringEnglish2010-01-01Use to determine whether these rules apply to your site or facility. Lists exclusions and situations that qualify for grandfathering as identified in the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rules.
RG-366/TRRP-02AClosure of Waste-Management Units Subject to TRRPEnglish2011-07-01A guide for the regulated community and environmental professionals on regulation and administration of such closures.
RG-366/TRRP-04Comparison of 30 TAC 335 and 30 TAC 350: Points to Consider in Making the ShiftEnglish2008-10-01Summarizes the primary differences between the Risk Reduction Rule and the Texas Risk Reduction Program Rule.
RG-366/TRRP-07Land Use ClassificationEnglish2008-10-01Describes how land use classifications are made under the Texas Risk Reduction Program rule.
RG-366/TRRP-10Selecting Target Chemicals of ConcernEnglish2008-09-01Designed to help the person determine the appropriate chemicals of concern (COCs) for analysis of environmental media when responding to the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rule of 30 TAC 350.
RG-366/TRRP-12Affected Property Assessment Requirements under TRRPEnglish2010-05-01Outlines requirements for defining three-dimensional extent of the affected property and protective concentration level exceedance zone pursuant to the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP).
RG-366/TRRP-08Groundwater ClassificationEnglish2010-03-01Provides recommended procedures for classifying groundwater and documenting the classification under the Texas Risk Reduction Program.
RG-366/TRRP-13Review and Reporting of COC Concentration Data under TRRPEnglish2010-05-01For data on chemicals of concern (COCs), tells how to: document quality of data used to show compliance with TRRP rule, determine data to include in required reports, review data for technical standards and usability, and prepare a Data Usability Summary.
RG-366/TRRP-14Screening Target Chemicals of Concern from PCL DevelopmentEnglish2019-01-01Describes a step-by-step process to screen target chemicals of concern from PCL development.
RG-366/TRRP-15ecoDetermining Representative Concentrations of Chemicals of Concern for Ecological ReceptorsEnglish2013-11-01Determining representative concentrations, defining exposure areas, and evaluating potential hot spots.
RG-366/TRRP-16Institutional Controls under TRRPEnglish2010-05-01Describes the process to apply institutional controls as required by the Texas Risk Reduction Program.
RG-366/TRRP-17Notification RequirementsEnglish2009-03-01Describes the process to provide notification as required by the Texas Risk Reduction Program rule.
RG-366/TRRP-18Risk Levels, Hazard Indices, and Cumulative AdjustmentEnglish2008-10-01Describes the correct use of carcinogenic risk levels and noncarcinogenic hazard indices for effect, due to the presence of both individual and multiple chemicals of concern when setting human health PCLs.
RG-366/TRRP-19Toxicity Factors and Chemical/Physical ParametersEnglish2009-03-01Addresses how changes in human toxicity factors will be handled, schedule for updating human toxicity factors table, and procedure for requesting toxicity factors and chemical/physical parameters for COCs not listed on Tier 1 PCL tables.
RG-366/TRRP-21Human Health Points of ExposureEnglish2009-03-01Describes on-site and off-site locations of the prescribed and alternate human health points of exposure (POEs) to environmental media as presented in Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rule 30 TAC 350.37.
RG-366/TRRP-22Tiered Development of Human Health PCLsEnglish2013-04-01Discusses the process of establishing protective concentration levels (PCLs) in accordance with the various tiers set forth in 350.75 of the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rule.
RG-366/TRRP-23Tier 1 PCL TablesEnglish2009-03-01A guide to the correct interpretation and use of the Tier 1 PCL Tables.
RG-366/TRRP-24Determining PCLs for Surface Water and SedimentEnglish2007-12-01Under the Texas Risk Reduction Program, describes how to determine the surface water and sediment PCLs for human and ecological receptors, the surface water RBEL, and the source media PCLs for groundwater and soil.
RG-366/TRRP-25Critical PCLsEnglish2009-03-01Explains the role of the critical protective concentration level (PCL) in the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rule and outlines the steps to determine the critical PCL on a site-specific basis.
RG-366/TRRP-27Development of Human Health PCLs for Total Petroleum HydrocarbonsEnglish2010-01-01Describes the process to develop protective concentration levels for total petroleum hydrocarbons.
RG-366/TRRP-28Application of Remedy Standards A and BEnglish2008-10-01An overview of Remedy Standards A and B.
RG-366/TRRP-29Soil and Groundwater Response ObjectivesEnglish2013-05-01Describes the soil and groundwater response objectives that a response action at an affected property must achieve in order to attain Remedy Standard A and B under the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP).
RG-366/TRRP-32Risk-Based NAPL ManagementEnglish2013-07-01Explains the risk-based management approach for non-aqueous phase liquid under the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rule and presents a five-step process to address the rule requirements.
RG-366/TRRP-33Monitored Natural Attentuation Demonstrations under TRPPEnglish2010-09-01Describes the elements and development of demonstrations for monitored natural attenuation at affected properties.
RG-366/TRRP-34Facility Operations AreaEnglish2010-01-01Procedures for regulated community and environmental professionals to establish a Facility Operations Area to address multiple sources of chemicals of concern in an operational chemical- or petroleum-manufacturing plant required to perform corrective action.
RG-382Innocent Owner Operator Program GuidanceEnglish2008-04-01Innocent Owner/Operator Program eligibility information, administrative procedures, demonstration, certification, and reissuance. Designed to standardize and facilitate IOP demonstrations.
RG-411Investigating and Reporting Releases from Petroleum Storage TanksEnglish2012-08-01Guide to the TCEQ requirement for investigating and reporting releases from underground and aboveground storage tanks.
RG-417Surface Water Drainage and Erosional Stability Guidelines for a Municipal Solid Waste LandfillEnglish2018-05-01Provides recommended procedures and suggestions for preparing a surface water drainage report for those who operate or apply to operate Type I and Type IV municipal solid waste facilities or a compost facility in Texas.
RG-428Preparation of a Drinking Water Survey ReportEnglish2010-01-01Anyone who reports groundwater contamination will need this document to guide them in submitting a drinking water survey report.
RG-494Guidance for Requesting a Water Balance Alternative Final Cover for a Municipal Solid Waste LandfillEnglish2017-03-01Requirements for MSW landfills considering a water balance or evapotranspiration alternative final cover system.
RG-510Requirements for Used and Scrap Tire TransportersEnglish2021-02-02Publication to help used and scrap tire transporters learn how to register with the TCEQ and understand the regulations that apply to them when collecting and transporting used or scrap tires or tire pieces for storage, processing, recycling, or energy recovery.
RG-513Requirements for Used and Scrap Tire GeneratorsEnglish2021-01-01Publication to help used and scrap tire generators learn how to register with the TCEQ and understand the regulations that apply to them when storing or hauling used or scrap tires or tire pieces.
RG-534Guidance for Liner Construction and Testing for a Municipal Solid Waste LandfillEnglish2017-09-01Provides technical guidance and a suggested minimum level of construction control and testing for liner systems at a municipal solid waste landfill. And provides assistance in fulfilling 30 TAC Chapter 330, Subchapter H, Liner System Design and Operation.
RG-546Preparing Work Plans for Removing Prohibited Waste from Municipal Solid Waste LandfillsEnglish2021-04-01This document provides guidelines for developing a work plan for removing prohibited wastes from a municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill (Prohibited Waste Removal Plan, or PWRP)
RG-529Emissions Inventory Web ReportingEnglish2014-12-01Intended for the company contacts responsible for submitting annual Emissions Inventories to the TCEQ, this brochure encourages them to submit the EIQs through the Web rather than on paper by describing the online process and its benefits.
SFR-082/19Chief Auditor's Office Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2019English2019-10-01The internal audit annual report for fiscal year 2019, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009.
SFR-030/22TCEQ Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2022English2021-12-01Details the agency's operating budget for fiscal year 2022.
RG-504Disposal Guidance for COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kits from SchoolsEnglish2021-12-01TCEQ regulatory guidance regarding the handling, storage, labeling, transportation, and proper disposal for schools using COVID-19 rapid testing kits.
RG-399Vapor Recovery Test Procedures HandbookEnglish2002-11-01Efficient operation of vapor recovery systems is critical to improving air quality in Texas. This handbook outlines procedures which must be followed to ensure accurate and consistent test results.
GI-358Dam Removal GuidelinesEnglish2006-09-01Provides guidance to dam owners or engineers considering removal of a dam. Outlines questions to consider and steps and procedures to ensure process is conducted safely and in accordance with all state and federal rules.
GI-364Hydrologic and Hydraulic Guidelines for Dams in TexasEnglish2007-01-01Instructions, standards, and accepted procedures for the hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of existing and proposed dams in Texas. Forms included.
GI-393Outdoor Abrasive Blasting and Spray Coating are Prohibited in Texas /Operaciones al aire libre de chorro abrasivo o de recubrimiento con spray se prohiben en TexasEnglish/spanish2009-01-01General information poster (in English and Spanish) to alert spray-coating applicators and abrasive blasters that they must comply with State rules before conducting these types of activities./Cartel de informacion (en ingles y espanol) general para avisar a los que hacen recubrimiento con spray o limpieza con chorro abrasivo que tienen que cumplir con las normas estatales antes de realizar actividades de este tipo.
GI-394Guidelines for Developing Emergency Action Plans for Dams in TexasEnglish2019-12-01Intended for dam owners and engineers, these guidelines define the requirements of an acceptable emergency action plan and facilitate its preparation, distribution, annual testing, and update.
GI-398NetDMR: Online Reporting of Discharge Monitoring DataEnglish2009-04-01Find out about NetDMR, a Web-based tool that allows you as a TPDES permittee to electronically sign and submit your discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) to the TCEQ.
GI-406Edwards Aquifer Protection Program Contractor HandoutEnglish2010-11-01Building on the Edwards Aquifer? Added responsibilities and requirements apply.
GI-441A Model Environmental Management System for Local GovernmentsEnglish2015-09-01A guide for local governments considering the development of an environmental management system (EMS).
GI-472Petroleum Refineries and New Federal Fenceline Monitoring RequirementsEnglish2020-05-31This general-information publication explains why there are new requirements to monitor emissions at the fenceline of petroleum refineries and what some of those requirements entail.
GI-603Tier II Chemical ReportingEnglish2021-10-01Flyer for county level organizations and the regulated community that may be new to reporting chemicals, to provide a general idea about Tier II chemical reporting
RG-253Penalty Policy, September 1, 2002English2002-09-01Describes the policy of the TCEQ regarding the computation and assessment of administrative penalties.
RG-253Penalty Policy, September 2, 2011English2011-09-01Describes the policy of the TCEQ regarding the computation and assessment of administrative penalties.
RG-253Penalty Policy, April 1, 2014English2014-04-01Describes the policy of the TCEQ regarding the computation and assessment of administrative penalties.
RG-253Penalty Policy, January 28, 2021English2021-01-01Describes the policy of the TCEQ regarding the computation and assessment of administrative penalties.
RG-456I Received a Field Citation ... What Happens Next?English2018-09-01Explains options available to regulated entities when a field citation is issued.
RG-002Process Control Tests for Domestic Wastewater Treatment FacilitiesEnglish2020-11-01A guide with four tables listing the recommended process control tests that should be performed to effectively operate the most common type of domestic wastewater treatment facility.
RG-088Most Frequently Needed Records for Wastewater InvestigationsEnglish2008-03-01TCEQ investigators send this document to a plant that is about to undergo a wastewater investigation to ensure availability of records needed to complete the process expeditiously.
RG-335How to Apply for Regulatory FlexibilityEnglish2012-12-01Requirements and processes for participation in a program exempting participants from state regulations on pollution control or abatement.
GI-389Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative: Information for Prospective ParticipantsEnglish2012-08-01Summary of the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative, including its goals and requirements.
RG-395Unauthorized Discharges and Sanitary Sewer OverflowsEnglish2016-09-01A guide that clarifies the TCEQ's requirements for reporting unauthorized discharges and overflows from sanitary sewers.
RG-497Registration Requirements for Wastewater Operations CompaniesEnglish2011-10-01Intended for operators of wastewater treatment facilities, this publication is designed to provide quick-reference information pertaining to registration requirements and procedures.
RG-500Best Management Practices for Quarry OperationsEnglish2012-01-01A guide to complying with the Edwards Aquifer rules pertaining to quarries.
RG-523/PST-03Risk-Based Corrective Action for LPST SitesEnglish2017-01-01Risk-based corrective action process guidance to achieve the risk assessment requirements within the TCEQ's Leaking Petroleum Storage Tank Program. Describes RBCA process to systematically progress the site towards closure.
RG-523/PST-10Corrective Action Plans for LPST SitesEnglish2017-03-01Contains guidelines for the selection, development, and design of a corrective action plan (CAP).
RG-523/PST-11Operating, Monitoring, and Performance of Remediation Systems at LPST SitesEnglish2017-03-01Aids registered corrective action specialists and licensed corrective-action-project managers in the development and design of an operation, monitoring, and performance (OMP) plan, which is an integral component of any corrective action plan.
RG-308An Environmental Guide for Texas Automotive Repair ShopsEnglish2013-03-01How car-repair shops can prevent and manage pollution. Regulations, permitting, handling of waste.
RG-389Waste from Grease Traps, Grit Traps, and Septic Tanks: Questions and AnswersEnglish2014-06-01Guidance for those who generate waste from grease traps, grit traps, and septic tanks, including homeowners with septic tanks.
RG-403Quarterly Visual Monitoring of Stormwater Runoff: A Guide for Industries Operating under the TPDES Multi-Sector General Permit, TXR050000English2016-12-01Tells industries how and when to conduct required quarterly visual monitoring to assess the effectiveness of their efforts to reduce pollution in stormwater runoff, and provides a form that may be used.
RG-404Surface Coating Facilities: A Guide for Obtaining Air Authorization in TexasEnglish2011-02-01How coaters may comply with air-quality regulations and permits, including permits by rule.
RG-462Biodiesel Manufacturing: Rules for Operating in TexasEnglish2013-02-01If you produce biodiesel fuel, you may be subject to regulation by the TCEQ. This publication will help you determine if you need any permits for your biodiesel facility.
RG-468Primary and Secondary Operators Under the Construction General Permit for Stormwater Discharges (TXR150000)English2018-03-01Helps individuals, businesses, and governments determine if they are a primary or a secondary operator under the construction stormwater general permit.
RG-479Compliance Guide for Dry CleanersEnglish2010-02-01Advice to dry cleaners on state and federal rules that apply to their facilities, and on how to obtain assistance from SBLGA.
RG-511Emergency Control of Mosquitoes: Texas RequirementsEnglish2012-11-01Common questions from local governments about the emergency application of pesticides to control health risks and how to comply with the Pesticides General Permit TXG870000.
RG-515Troubleshooting Bacteria Effluent From Wastewater Treatment PlantsEnglish2018-02-01Information and tools to help wastewater system operators and utility managers with minimizing bacteria in effluent
RG-527Temporary Housing Facilities for Oil and Gas Workers: Am I Regulated?English2019-10-01Inform owners and operators of temporary housing located on oil and gas leases that some of their activities may be regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
RG-532Wineries: Am I Regulated?English2016-01-01Guide to TCEQ regulations pertaining to wineries, for their owners and local health departments.
RG-536Graywater and Alternative On-Site Water: A Guide for HomeownersEnglish2018-01-01This regulatory guidance provides an overview of the requirements for the use of graywater and alternative on-site water by homeowners (private residences).
RG-538Claiming No Discharge from Stormwater Permit RequirementsEnglish2018-05-01For owners and operators of industrial facilities that are subject to Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) TXR0500000. Use it to help you understand what a No Discharge is, and how to make a claim.
RG-539Graywater and Alternative On-Site Water: A Guide for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional UsersEnglish2019-02-01This regulatory guidance provides an overview of the requirements for the use of graywater and alternative on-site water by industrial, commercial, and institutional users.
RG-541Graywater and Alternative On-Site Water: A Guide for Agricultural UsersEnglish2019-11-01Regulatory guidance providing a regulatory requirements overview for use of graywater and alternative onsite water by agricultural users.
GI-304A Guide to Developing an Environmental Management System for a Small BusinessEnglish2011-07-01For small businesses that are thinking of developing an environmental management system (EMS)--a voluntary way to handle environmental matters. Outlines the basic EMS components and gives examples of how to implement them.
GI-169Recycle Your Used Batteries Here/¡Recicle! Sus Baterías Usadas AquiEnglish/spanish2013-11-01A required poster (8.5 x 11) for battery retailers to post in their facilities./Un cartel obligatorio (8.5 x 11) para comerciantes al por menor de pilas y baterias para que lo pongan en sus instalaciones.
GI-306Reducing Phosphorus in the North Bosque River: Taking Action to Improve Water QualityEnglish2003-04-01Gives an overview of concerns for phosphorus in the North Bosque River and outlines measures that are called for in the implementation plan for the total maximum daily loads in this watershed.
GI-363Protecting Tres Palacios BayEnglish2007-02-01Leaflet on what citizens can do to preserve water quality in Tres Palacios Bay. (Also available in Spanish and Vietnamese.)
GI-363/vietBao Ve Ho Tres PalaciosVietnamese2007-02-01Tờ rơi về những gì người dân có thể làm để giữ gìn chất lượng nước ở Vịnh Tres Palacios. (Cũng có sẵn bằng tiếng Anh và tiếng Tây Ban Nha.)
GI-432Disinfecting Your Private WellEnglish2021-08-23A guide on how to disinfect your private well and household plumbing system in the event of flood, including information on collecting a water sample for analysis by a laboratory.
GI-466Facts About Drinking Water Disinfection and the Free Chlorine Conversion ProcessEnglish2019-01-01Discussion of how and why public water systems ensure disinfection of water throughout their distribution systems.
RG-199Regulatory Assessments Collected by Retail Public UtilitiesEnglish2017-09-01Information on the regulatory assessment fee collected from retail customers of investor-owned utilities, water districts and water supply corporations.
RG-206Customer Service Inspections: A Guide for Public Water SystemsEnglish2020-01-01Intended primarily for public water systems this guide identifies the purpose and nature of customer service inspections, the rules for conducting them, and the related plumbing standards.
RG-345Backflow Protection on Water-Based Fire Protection SystemsEnglish2008-10-01Guidance for water purveyors, waterworks operators, fire line personnel, professional consultants, and licensed testers.
RG-476A Public Water System Guide to Responding to a Backflow IncidentEnglish2009-11-01Detailed instructions for dealing with backflow for water districts, water supply corporations, municipalities, etc.
RG-477A Public Water System Guide to Preparing a Backflow Incident Emergency Response PlanEnglish2009-11-01A guide for public water systems to use to prepare an emergency response plan in order to be prepared for a possible backflow incident. The TCEQ recommends the preparation of an emergency response plan as a best management practice.
RG-421Coliform Sampling for Public Water SystemsEnglish2021-06-01Intended for operators of public water systems, this publication is a guide to the regulatory requirements related to microbial monitoring, reporting, compliance, and public notification, including the Revised Total Coliform Rule and the Groundwater Rule.
RG-445Rainwater Harvesting: A Guide for Public Water SystemsEnglish2012-11-01Regulations and principles for Public Water Systems that collect and treat rainwater and distribute it as potable water.
RG-488District Funding of Leased Water and Wastewater Treatment PlantsEnglish2011-04-01Guidance for water districts related to the leasing of water and wastewater facilities.
RG-489Construction of Facilities: Timely ApprovalsEnglish2011-03-01A guide discussing reimbursements to developers for the construction of facilities.
RG-490Directives for Districts to Escrow or to Not Expend FundsEnglish2011-04-01Guidance that discusses when a water district will be directed to escrow bond funds versus not to expend them.
RG-491Purchase of Facilities by a DistrictEnglish2011-04-01Guidance on when a water district is required to have a pre-purchase inspection and what type of documentation is needed before purchasing a facility.
RG-492District Funding of Excavation CostsEnglish2011-03-01Information about the portion of excavation costs that districts will be allowed to fund.
RG-493Accuracy Testing of Gauges used for Testing Backflow Prevention AssembliesEnglish2011-05-01General guide to testing differential-pressure gauges used in testing backflow-prevention assemblies. Explains differences between accuracy testing and calibration.
GI-392The TCEQ Border InitiativeEnglish2020-08-01General information on the TCEQ's comprehensive, cooperative effort to serve border residents.
SFR-120Defense to Responsibility for Scrap Metal Recycling: TCEQ Findings and Legislative Recommendation Required by House Bill 3224English2021-01-01This report presents the findings and recommendation of a TCEQ study evaluating the possibility of adopting a recyclable materials defense into state Superfund law.
RG-501/aManaging Small Public Water Systems: Asset ManagementEnglish2016-10-01Module A of five-part series helping owners, managers, or operators of small water utilities understand and comply with rules and develop tools to for planning and operation. System inventory and prioritization; planning; budgeting.
RG-501/bManaging Small Public Water Systems: Source Assessment and PlanningEnglish2017-06-01Module B of five-part series helping owners, managers, or operators of small water utilities understand and comply with rules and develop tools to for planning and operation. Assessing and protecting sources; best management practices; planning.
RG-501/cManaging Small Public Water Systems: Operations and MaintenanceEnglish2017-06-01Module C of five-part series helping owners, managers, or operators of small water utilities understand and comply with rules and develop tools to for planning and operation. Operation, maintenance, documentation.
RG-501/dManaging Small Public Water Systems: ComplianceEnglish2016-08-01Module D of five-part series helping owners, managers, or operators of small water utilities understand and comply with rules and develop tools to for planning and operation. Compliance; enforcement; monitoring, reporting, and record keeping.
RG-530/aManaging Small Domestic Wastewater Systems: Part A, Asset ManagementEnglish2017-09-01Part 1 of a five-part guide for anyone involved in the management or operation of a small wastewater utility. Asset management: inventory, prioritization, and planning.
RG-530/bManaging Small Domestic Wastewater Systems: Part B, Sustainable SystemsEnglish2017-10-01Part 2 of a five-part guide for anyone involved in the management or operation of a small wastewater utility. Sustainability: energy audits, assessment, and improvement; conservation; management of fats, oils, and grease.
RG-530Managing Small Domestic Wastewater Systems: IntroductionEnglish2015-09-01Introduction to a five-part guide for anyone involved in the management or operation of a small wastewater utility. Helps owners and operators understand and comply with the rules, and develop tools to plan for, manage, and operate a sustainable utility.
RG-530/cManaging Small Domestic Wastewater Systems: Part C, Operation and MaintenanceEnglish2015-09-01Part 3 of a five-part guide for anyone involved in the management or operation of a small wastewater utility. Implementing an operation-and-maintenance program, common violations, model O&M manual, forms.
RG-530/dManaging Small Domestic Wastewater Systems: Part D, ComplianceEnglish2017-08-01Part 4 of a five-part guide for anyone involved in the management or operation of a small wastewater utility. Compliance help; what to do if there is a sanitary-sewer overflow, unauthorized discharge, or other violation.
RG-530/eManaging Small Domestic Wastewater Systems: ResourcesEnglish2018-01-01Part 5 of a five-part guide for anyone involved in the management or operation of a small wastewater utility. Contacts to assist readers with training, reporting, funding, licensing, etc.
RG-384How to Develop a Monitoring Plan for a Public Water SystemEnglish2019-01-01Guidance for owners and operators of public water systems on how to develop a monitoring plan, a tool used to coordinate all the monitoring requirements for different chemicals in the plant and distribution system.
AS-188Texas Groundwater Protection StrategyEnglish2018-11-01A comprehensive groundwater protection strategy for the state of Texas that provides guidelines for the prevention of contamination, the conservation of groundwater, and the coordination of activities of the agencies involved.
SFR-053/20Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts: Report to the 87th LegislatureEnglish2021-01-01Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of priority groundwater management areas and the creation and operation of groundwater conservation districts.
SFR-053/17Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts: Report to the 86th LegislatureEnglish2019-01-01Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of priority groundwater management areas and the creation and operation of groundwater conservation districts.
SFR-047/18Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 86th LegislatureEnglish2019-01-01Committee's report describing its activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection.
SFR-047/20Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 87th LegislatureEnglish2021-01-01Committee's report describing its activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection.
GI-088Texas Groundwater Protection CommitteeEnglish2015-12-01Brochure describing this committee, which brings together representatives from 10 state agencies to bridge the gap between groundwater programs.
SFR-056/19Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report 2019English2020-06-01Annual report on the quality of groundwater in Texas. Lists all current groundwater-contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
SFR-056/18Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report - 2018English2019-07-01Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report.
SFR-056/20Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report 2020English2021-08-31Annual report on the quality of groundwater in Texas. Lists all current groundwater-contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
SFR-074/19Report to the Governor: 2019 Public Water System Capacity Development ProgramEnglish2020-09-01Describes TCEQ and Texas Water Development Board actions to ensure that more public water systems that serve Texans are financially, managerially, and technically sound.
RG-077Public Health Service Fee (Water System Fee)English2017-11-01Intended for operators of public drinking water systems, this two-page guidance describes the purpose, history, and structure of the Public Health Service fee, including how the fee is assessed, when the fee is due, and how to make payment.
RG-117Beneficial Land Use and Surface Disposal FeesEnglish2003-09-01Answers questions related to these reporting fees.
RG-288Voluntary Cleanup Program FeeEnglish2002-09-01Answers questions related to the VCP fee.
RG-289Municipal Solid Waste Quarterly Reporting Requirements and Disposal FeeEnglish2016-06-01How to prepare and submit the municipal solid waste quarterly report and pay the associated fee.
RG-368Innocent Owner/Operator FeeEnglish2002-09-01Answers questions related to this reporting fee.
RG-386Watermaster Assessment FeeEnglish2020-11-01Explains a fee paid by water right holders to support the activities of a watermaster, a state official who administers water rights. Texas has three watermaster areas, South Texas, Rio Grande, and Concho.
RG-396Air Inspection FeeEnglish2003-09-01Answers questions related to these reporting fees.
RG-397Air Emissions FeeEnglish2003-09-01Answers questions related to these reporting fees.
RG-412General Permit Stormwater and General Permit Wastewater FeeEnglish2005-11-01Answers commonly asked questions from those billed for these annual fees, and provides agency contacts for more detailed questions.
SFR-104/20Capacity Report on Low-level Radioactive WasteEnglish2020-11-01A report on the results of a TCEQ study related to low-level radioactive waste that may go to the compact waste disposal facility.
SFR-104/16Capacity Report on Low-level Radioactive WasteEnglish2016-11-01A report on the results of a TCEQ study related to low-level radioactive waste that may go to the compact waste disposal facility.
RG-194Procedures to Implement the Texas Surface Water Quality StandardsEnglish2010-06-01Details how the TCEQ implements the state's surface water quality standards through wastewater permitting.
M-090Pull Up Your Water Well Report - Online (formerly GI-416)English2021-08-01Flier about using the TCEQ's online Water Well Report Viewer.
RG-553Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP): Drinking Water Financial WaiverEnglish2021-07-01This guidance provides information on documentation required to request a waiver to the requirement for an emergency preparedness plan, if it is determined that implementing an EPP causes a significant financial burden on customers of the affected utility.
GI-043Texas Water Districts: A General GuideEnglish2019-10-01Useful information for anyone who resides or owns property in a municipal utility district (MUD), water control and improvement district (WCID), special utility district (SUD), or other type of water district in Texas.
RG-552Water District SignsEnglish2021-07-15This guidance provides TCEQ and Texas Department of Transportation rules on signs for water district principle entrances.
RG-433Guidelines for Identifying and Protecting Aquifer Recharge FeaturesEnglish2005-10-01This document provides guidance on identifying and certifying the presence of recharge features and discusses best management practices that protect aquifers from concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs).
RG-408Soil Sampling for Concentrated Animal-Feeding Operations (CAFOs)English2017-12-01Explains and illustrates methods of collecting soil samples for nutrient utilization plans, which may be required for operators of concentrated animal feeding operations who apply animal waste for beneficial reuse.
AS-230Ambient Air Monitoring Following Natural Disasters and Industrial Accidents, 2017-2021English2022-01-01A report on ambient air quality monitoring following natural disasters and industrial accidents 2017- 2021. The report analyzes data from three hurricanes, a winter storm, and two industrial events, and assesses the best use of agency resources and personnel.
RG-503Monitoring, Analyzing, and Reporting Chlorine Dioxide and ChloriteEnglish2021-05-01The information provided in this program guidance is intended to help public water systems monitor, analyze, and report chlorine dioxide and chlorite sample results to TCEQ.
RG-544Monitoring, Analyzing, and Reporting Bromate for Public Water Systems Using OzoneEnglish2020-12-01Requirements and guidance to help public water systems that use ozone with monitoring, analyzing, and reporting bromate sample results.
RG-588Protocol for Optical Gas Imaging Camera Use (OGIC)English2020-11-09This publication provides protocol for and is the overarching policy document for TCEQ’s Optical Gas Imaging Camera Program. This technology is used for emissions detection during monitoring events, compliance investigations, and emergency response situations.
RG-587Report Guidance for Oil & Gas Production, Gathering, and Processing Sites: Air Emissions and Scheduled Startup and Shutdown Activities English2006-05-24This publication provides guidance in the form of examples of reporting air emissions and scheduled startup and shutdown activities per Title 30, Texas Administrative Code (30 TAC) Chapter 101.
RG-582Guidance for Opacity Reporting and Demonstration Reviews English2005-09-02This publication offers guidance for reporting the opacity of air emission events and evaluating these event reports as per Title 30, Texas Administrative Code, Subsections 101.201 and 101.211, and Subsection 101.222.
RG-583Air Emissions Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR): Investigation and Enforcement ProtocolEnglish2021-11-22This publication offers guidance for evaluating facilities’ air emissions compliance with recordkeeping, requirements, permit conditions, and monitoring and repairing leaking components.
RG-581Emission Events Streamlining ProjectEnglish2006-09-01This publication offers guidance about a standard process for emissions event investigations. It includes how investigators obtain information with reasonable but enforceable deadlines and provides questions investigators could ask to get that information from regulated entities.
RG-554Public Water Systems: Groundwater Source DisinfectionEnglish2021-08-01A reference guide for public water systems outlining background information and disinfection steps to address and avoid microbial contamination of wells.
AS-218Guidance for Understanding and Minimizing the Potential for Arsenic Mobilization during Aquifer Storage and RecoveryEnglish2021-08-01Intended for the regulated community, this agency study provides an overview of processes controlling arsenic mobility during ASR and provides general guidance on initial site assessments, geochemical compatibility studies, water quality monitoring, and management strategies for limiting arsenic mobilization.
RG-013Toxics Release Inventory Reporting FeeEnglish2008-08-01Answers questions related to this reporting fee.
RG-559Baffling Factors and T10 CalculationsEnglish2019-10-15This guidance describes the method that TCEQ uses to determine baffling factors, basin volumes, and flow rates necessary to calculate the concentration time (CT) as required by TCEQ for disinfection processes. This guidance also provides a table with allowable baffling factors for various configurations and facilities.
SFR-030/20TCEQ Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2020English2019-12-01Details the agency's operating budget for fiscal year 2020.
RG-564How to Use Chlorine Dioxide for Legionella TreatmentEnglish2019-10-15This guidance lists the information required for an exception request to use chlorine dioxide for Legionella control, explains the monitoring and reporting requirements for the use of chlorine dioxide, and the approval process for the associated facilities.
RG-563How to Use Chlorine DioxideEnglish2019-10-15This guidance lists the information required for an exception request to use chlorine dioxide as a disinfectant or for aesthetic purposes (taste and odor). It explains the monitoring and reporting requirements for the use of chlorine dioxide, as well as the approval process for the associated facilities.
RG-562How to Protect Aerators and Cooling TowersEnglish2019-10-15This guidance provides information on the use of aerators and cooling towers and the required protection of the drinking water source with the use of these facilities. This guidance also notes that if aerators or cooling towers are used to reduce trihalomethanes (THMs), an exception may be required.
RG-565Meeting Treatment Technique Requirements for Cryptosporidium, Giardia, and VirusesEnglish2019-10-15This guidance explains the BIN classification process and provides options for pathogen removal and inactivation.
SFR-035/17TCEQ Strategic Plan, Fiscal Years 2017-2021English2016-06-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning and Policy and the Legislative Budget Board, which assesses TCEQ activities and plans for goals, objectives.
RG-569Removal Credit for Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration MembranesEnglish2019-10-15This guidance provides information for public water systems interested in utilizing RO/NF membranes for pathogen removal credit.
RG-570UV Disinfection for Pathogen Inactivation CreditEnglish2019-10-15This guidance lists the information a public water system must submit to request an exception to use ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection for pathogen inactivation credit. Prior to the exception request, TCEQ must have reviewed and approved a validation study for the selected UV reactor.
SFR-037/22Legislative Appropriations Request for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023English2020-10-02A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning, and Policy and other agencies.
SFR-045/17TCEQ Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2017English2017-11-01A legislatively mandated report submitted annually to the Governor's Office, the Comptroller's Office, the Legislative Budget Board and the State Auditor's Office.
SFR-045/18TCEQ Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2018English2018-11-01A legislatively mandated report submitted annually to the Governor's Office, the Comptroller's Office, the Legislative Budget Board and the State Auditor's Office.
SFR-045/19TCEQ Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2019English2019-11-01A legislatively mandated report submitted annually to the Governor's Office, the Comptroller's Office, the Legislative Budget Board and the State Auditor's Office.
SFR-045/20TCEQ Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2020English2020-11-01A legislatively mandated report submitted annually to the Governor's Office, the Comptroller's Office, the Legislative Budget Board and the State Auditor's Office.
SFR-055/18Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2018English2018-10-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for the TCEQ
SFR-055/19Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2019English2019-11-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for the TCEQ
SFR-055/20Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2020English2021-01-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for the TCEQ
SFR-072/18Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2018English2018-12-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2018.
SFR-072/19Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2019English2020-03-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2019.
SFR-035/15TCEQ Strategic Plan, Fiscal Years 2015-2019English2014-06-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning and Policy and the Legislative Budget Board, which assesses TCEQ activities and plans for goals, objectives.
SFR-072/17Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2017English2018-03-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2017.
SFR-055/17Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2017English2017-10-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for TCEQ
SFR-030/18TCEQ Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2018English2017-12-01Details the agency's operating budget for fiscal year 2018.
RG-003Disposal of Special Wastes Associated with the Development of Oil, Gas and Geothermal ResourcesEnglish2006-09-01Addresses the management of wastes associated with the exploration, development, or production of oil, gas, or geothermal resources regulated by the Texas Railroad Commission or landfills permitted by the TCEQ.
SFR-037/20Legislative Appropriations Request for Fiscal Years 2020 and 2021English2018-08-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning, and Policy and other agencies.
SFR-074/17Report to the Governor: 2017 Public Water System Capacity Development ProgramEnglish2017-12-01Describes TCEQ and Texas Water Development Board actions to ensure that more public water systems that serve Texans are financially, managerially, and technically sound.
RG-594Qualifying for an Arid Exemption at a Small Municipal Solid Waste LandfillEnglish2022-03-01Information for applicants, owners, and operators of small municipal solid waste landfills in arid regions, about eligibility criteria and requirements for exemption from landfill liner and groundwater monitoring requirements.
RG-370Managing Paint and Paint-Related Waste Under the Universal Waste RuleEnglish2022-03-01How wastes from painting can be managed more economically and conveniently under the Universal Waste Rule, as opposed to managing them as hazardous waste.
SFR-057/12TCEQ Biennial Report to the 83rd Legislature, FY 2011-2012English2012-12-01Report to the 83rd Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2011 and 2012
RG-543UST Compliance NotebookEnglish2022-04-01This compliance notebook is designed to help owners and operators of USTs to have compliance documentation organized so that the time of an investigation can be shortened. This guide addresses recordkeeping requirements and provides samples of records required to be kept.
PG-003Quality Assurance Project Plan for the TCEQ Surface Water Quality Monitoring Program, Water Quality Standards Program, and Water Quality Assessment ProgramEnglish0-00-01Details how TCEQ organizes, plans, implements, and assesses environmental data operations for the state’s Surface Water Quality Monitoring Program. Describes in detail the specific quality assurance and quality control activities that will be used and how they will be applied.
AS-467Water Availability Models Technical Issues 2015 (Revised 2019)English2019-08-01A document to provide a means for memorializing decisions regarding how water rights and related issues were addressed during the initial development of the Water Availability Models for each basin in the State of Texas.
M-099Clean Pipes are Green Pipes/La Tubería Limpía es Tubería Sana (formerly GI-469)English/spanish2022-03-01Simple steps to keep our water clean, protect public health, and avoid expensive plumbing repairs./Pasos simples para mantener nuestra agua limpia, proteger la salud publica y evitar costosas reparaciones de plomeria.
SFR-057/10TCEQ Biennial Report to the 82nd Legislature, FY 2009-2010English0-00-01Report to the 82nd Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2009 and 2010 programs, services, and results.
SFR-057/14TCEQ Biennial Report to the 84th Legislature, FY 2013-2014English2014-12-01Report to the 84th Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2013 and 2014 programs, services, and results.
SFR-057/16TCEQ Biennial Report to the 85th Legislature, FY 2015-2016English2016-12-01Report to the 85th Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2015 and 2016 programs, services, and results
SFR-057/18TCEQ Biennial Report to the 86th Legislature, FY 2017-2018English2018-12-01Report to the 86th Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2017 and 2018 programs, services, and results.
RG-407Monitoring, Analyzing, and Reporting of Free Chlorine and ChloraminesEnglish2021-04-01Shows public water systems that use only purchased water or groundwater how to comply with the disinfectant-level monitoring and reporting requirements of 30 TAC Section 290.110. Includes example calculations, worksheets, sample report, blank report form.
GI-468Brownfields Tour in AustinEnglish2020-03-01Locations, descriptions, and directions for touring Austin's redeveloped Brownfields.
GI-457Flaring at Oil and Natural Gas Production SitesEnglish2018-03-01Explains flare operations at oil and gas sites to citizens that observe them near their residence or while traveling across the state
RG-240Can I Recycle Some of My Industrial or Hazardous Wastes?English2022-03-01Tells how to decide whether a facility has a material or a waste, and which regulations apply.
GI-421/espLas iniciativas de TCEQ Brownfields: herramientas de reurbanización para ayudarlo a crecer (The TCEQ Brownfields Initiatives: Redevelopment Tools to Help You Grow)Spanish2021-06-01Información sobre el Programa de Evaluación de Sitios de Brownfields, el Programa de Limpieza Voluntaria y el Programa de Propietarios/Operadores Inocentes, que facilitan la limpieza y revitalización de estos sitios a través de asistencia reglamentaria, tributaria y técnica. (Information about the Brownfields Site Assessment Program, Voluntary Cleanup Program, and Innocent Owner/Operator Program, which facilitate the cleanup and revitalization of these sites through through regulatory, tax, and technical assistance.)
GI-421The TCEQ Brownfields Initiatives: Redevelopment Tools to Help You Grow/Las iniciativas de TCEQ Brownfields: herramientas de reurbanización para ayudarlo a crecerEnglish2021-06-01Information about the Brownfields Site Assessment Program, Voluntary Cleanup Program, and Innocent Owner/Operator Program, which facilitate the cleanup and revitalization of these sites through through regulatory, tax, and technical assistance./Información sobre el Programa de Evaluación de Sitios de Brownfields, el Programa de Limpieza Voluntaria y el Programa de Propietarios/Operadores Inocentes, que facilitan la limpieza y revitalización de estos sitios a través de asistencia reglamentaria, tributaria y técnica;
RG-347Landowner's Guide to Plugging Abandoned Water WellsEnglish2021-04-01Guidance on how to properly plug an abandoned water well.
RG-347/espGuía del Terrateniente para Tapar Pozos de Agua Abandonados (Landowner’s Guide to Plugging Abandoned Water Wells)Spanish2021-04-01Orientación sobre cómo tapar un pozo de agua abandonado correctamente (Guidance on how to properly plug an abandoned water well)
AS-213/212021 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2022-06-01This is a publication of the Waste Permits Division, which compiles data from scrap tire transporters, storage sites, and facilities to update industry professionals, legislators, regulatory entities, and citizens about the state of scrap tire management in Texas.
RG-605Requirements for Registration of a Transfer Station with a Material Recovery OperationEnglish2022-06-01Information about how a municipal solid waste (MSW) transfer station that includes material recovery and recycling may be authorized by a registration instead of a permit, and how to prepare an application.
RG-606Types of Waste That May Be Accepted by Municipal Solid Waste Landfills in TexasEnglish2022-06-01Table summarizing types of waste that may be accepted in municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills in Texas. Acceptance may be subject to limitations specified in a facility permit, or a landfill may choose not to accept some types of waste.
AS-213/142014 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2015-06-01Data from annual reports submitted by registered scrap tire transporters and operators of scrap tire storage sites and facilities to obtain information on the scrap tire generation and disposition in the state including the end use market.
AS-213/152015 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2016-06-01Data from annual reports submitted by registered scrap tire transporters and operators of scrap tire storage sites and facilities to obtain information on the scrap tire generation and disposition in the state including the end use market.
AS-213/192019 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2020-06-01Outlines comprehensive approach to address challenges facing scrap tire management in Texas, including a strategy for proper handling, storage, use, and disposal of scrap tires, scrap tire management challenges, and goals to improve scrap tire management in Texas. This plan focuses on: annual reporting, registered scrap tire generators, unauthorized sites, developing and coordinating partnerships, and resources for the public and local governments.
AS-213/162016 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2017-06-01Outlines comprehensive approach to address challenges facing scrap tire management in Texas, including a strategy for proper handling, storage, use, and disposal of scrap tires, scrap tire management challenges, and goals to improve scrap tire management in Texas. This plan focuses on: annual reporting, registered scrap tire generators, unauthorized sites, developing and coordinating partnerships, and resources for the public and local governments.
AS-213/182018 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2019-06-01Outlines comprehensive approach to address challenges facing scrap tire management in Texas, including a strategy for proper handling, storage, use, and disposal of scrap tires, scrap tire management challenges, and goals to improve scrap tire management in Texas. This plan focuses on: annual reporting, registered scrap tire generators, unauthorized sites, developing and coordinating partnerships, and resources for the public and local governments.
AS-213/172017 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2018-06-01Outlines comprehensive approach to address challenges facing scrap tire management in Texas, including a strategy for proper handling, storage, use, and disposal of scrap tires, scrap tire management challenges, and goals to improve scrap tire management in Texas. This plan focuses on: annual reporting, registered scrap tire generators, unauthorized sites, developing and coordinating partnerships, and resources for the public and local governments.
GI-069/espEl Envenenamiento con Plomo: ¿De Donde Proviene? ¿Cuales Son Los Riesgos?(Lead Poisoning: What are the Sources? What are the Risks?)Spanish2004-08-01Explica los peligros (en ingles y espanol) del plomo y como reducir los riesgos.
GI-151/espRespuestas para pequenos talleres de Carrocería, Cómo obtener una autorización de aire bajo el Permiso por Regla 106.436 (Answers for Small Auto Body Shops Obtaining Air Authorization under Permit by Rule 106.436)Spanish2007-08-01Una referencia para duenos y operadores de talleres de carroceria.
RG-377Universal Waste Regulations for Hazardous Lamps and Mercury-Containing Equipment in TexasEnglish2022-05-01How to comply with state and federal laws when disposing of lamps and equipment that contains mercury, lead or other hazardous substances. Fluorescent tubes, incandescent lamps, mercury switches, and thermostats may be covered by the regulations.
GI-278/esp¿Desea Presentar una Queja Ambiental? ¿Cuenta con Información o Evidencia?(Do You Want to Make an Environmental Complaint? Do You Have Information or Evidence?)Spanish2021-11-04Explica como reportar un problema ambiental y lo que ocurre despues de que usted lo reporta.
GI-285/espCreosota: ¿Qué es? ¿Cuáles son los Riesgos?(Creoste: What is it? What are the risks?)Spanish2002-07-01Explica (en ingles y espanol) los peligros del creosota y como reducir los riesgos.
GI-286/esp¿Cómo Puede Afectar un Sitio Superfund a Mi Propiedad?(How Can a Superfund Site Affect My Property?)Spanish2002-12-01Informacion pertinente (en ingles y espanol) para los duenos de terrenos cercanos a sitios Superfund en Texas.
GI-363/espProteccion de la Bahia Tres Palacios (Protecting Tres Palacios Bay)Spanish2007-02-01Folleto sobre lo que la gente puede hacer para proteger la calidad de la agua de la Bahia Tres Palacios. (Disponible tambien en ingles y vietnamita.)
GI-392/espIniciativa fronteriza de la TCEQ (The TCEQ Border Initiative)Spanish2020-06-01Informacion general sobre el esfuerzo integro y cooperativo que realiza la TCEQ para servir a los residentes de la frontera.
GI-432/espDesinfectar Su Pozo Privado (Disinfecting Your Private Well)Spanish2021-08-01Una guia sobre como desinfectar su pozo privado y el sistema de plomeria del hogar en caso de inundacion, incluyendo informacion sobre la recoleccion de una muestra de agua para analisis por un laboratorio.
GI-467/espPrograma de Evaluación de Sitios Brownfield (TCEQ Brownfields Program Fact Sheet)Spanish2020-03-01Información sobre el Programa de Evaluación de Sitios Brownfield, que facilita la limpieza y revitalización de sitios brownfield mediante asistencia regulatoria, fiscal y técnica.
GI-607/espPlan de Participación Pública (TCEQ Public Participation Plan)Spanish2021-06-01Proporciona orientación al personal de la TCEQ, la comunidad regulada y el público para comprender las expectativas de una participación pública significativa.
GI-608/espPlan de Acceso Lingüístico (TCEQ Language Access Plan)Spanish2021-09-01Desarrollado para mejorar el acceso para todos y establecer una guía para garantizar mejor que las personas con dominio limitado del inglés (LEP) puedan acceder de manera significativa a los programas, actividades y servicios de la TCEQ de manera oportuna y eficaz.
GI-609/espPlan de No Discriminación por Discapacidad (TCEQ Disability Nondiscrimination Plan)Spanish2021-09-01La TCEQ brinda a las personas con discapacidades la oportunidad de participar plenamente en sus programas, servicios y actividades mediante el cumplimiento de la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación, la ADA y el Título 40 CFR Parte 7, Subparte C.
GI-610/espPóliza de Procedimiento de Reclamación de la TCEQ (TCEQ Grievance Procedure Policy)Spanish2019-04-01Procedimiento de quejas para garantizar una resolución rápida y justa de las quejas que alegan violaciones del 40 C.F.R. Partes 5 y 7 en la administración de los programas y actividades de la TCEQ.
RG-253/espPolítica de Sanciones, 28 de enero de 2021 (Penalty Policy, January 28, 2021)Spanish2021-01-28Describe la política de la TCEQ sobre el cálculo y evaluación de sanciones administrativas
RG-253/vietChính sách Xử phạt, Tháng 1 năm (Penalty Policy, January 28, 2021)Vietnamese2021-01-28Describes the policy of the TCEQ regarding the computation and assessment of administrative penalties.
AS-465/222022 State of Texas Water Quality Inventory Groundwater AssessmentEnglish2022-04-01An assessment of the quality of Texas groundwater as required by EPA as an element of the state’s 2022 Integrated Report of Water Quality for Clean Water Act Sections 305(b) and 303(d).
AS-212/20Scrap Tire Management in Texas: Five-Year PlanEnglish2020-02-01Outlines comprehensive approach to address challenges facing scrap tire management in Texas, including a strategy for proper handling, storage, use, and disposal of scrap tires, scrap tire management challenges, and goals to improve scrap tire management in Texas. This plan focuses on: annual reporting, registered scrap tire generators, unauthorized sites, developing and coordinating partnerships, and resources for the public and local governments.
RG-486Radioactive Material ExemptionsEnglish2022-07-01Provides guidance on radioactive material exemptions and disposal of exempt materials. Explains and clarifies the criteria by which radioactive materials can be exempted from the standard disposal requirements for radioactive wastes in Texas.
RG-628User Manual for the On-site Activity Reporting SystemEnglish2022-07-01This manual will help Authorized Agents (AAs) submit monthly activity reports electronically using the On-site Activity Reporting System (OARS) instead of mail or fax. OARS offers many other features to assist AAs in managing their jurisdiction.
GI-445Public Participation in Environmental Permitting: Applications Filed on or after Sept. 1, 2015English2022-07-01A brief overview of individual rights and responsibilities in the permitting process.
GI-445/espParticipación Pública en Permisos Ambientales: Solicitudes presentadas a partir del 1 de septiembre de 2015 (Public Participation in Environmental Permitting: Applications Filed on or after Sept. 1, 2015)Spanish2022-07-01Una breve resumen, en español, de los derechos y responsabilidades individuales en el proceso de obtención de permisos.
RG-533Texas Tier II Chemical Reporting: Fee ScheduleEnglish2022-07-01This guidance-for owners or operators of manufacturing facilities, non-manufacturing facilities, or public employer facilities-describes the fee process and schedules associated with submitting reports for TCEQ's Tier II Chemical Reporting Program.
SFR-056/21Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report 2021 English2022-07-01Annual report on the quality of groundwater in Texas. Lists all active and inactive groundwater contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
RG-222Do You Need Industrial or Hazardous Waste Registration Numbers?English2022-08-01Guides waste generators on whether they need industrial or hazardous waste I.D. and registration numbers and how to obtain them.
GI-288What Do I Do With It Now? A Quick Guide to Recycling ResourcesEnglish2015-03-01A short guide to recycling information available through various resources.
M-068Be Water Wise at HomeEnglish2020-05-01Card
GI-598TCEQ Plan: After-Action Review of Public Water Systems and Winter Storm UriEnglish2021-05-01TCEQ is conducting an after-action review to evaluate the factors that impacted so many public water systems—of all types—during this storm.
SFR-126/21Annual Enforcement Report, FY2021English2021-11-01This publication is a statutorily required annual report of enforcement activities at the agency. The report includes statistical data for the previous fiscal year, as well as comparison data for the five years prior.
GI-630What is a Drought Contingency Plan?English2022-08-01A drought contingency plan or DCP is a strategy or combination of strategies that a water supplier, such as a city, develops and implements to monitor and respond to a drought or other temporary water supply shortage that can severely disrupt the supply of water to customers.
GI-225Commercial Management Facilities for Hazardous and Industrial Solid WastesEnglish2022-10-20List of facilities that are authorized by the TCEQ to manage industrial hazardous waste, industrial nonhazardous waste, or both. Includes not only facilities with permits but also those with interim authorizations.
RG-480Empty Waste Containers Under the Resource Conservation Recovery ActEnglish2022-11-01Guidance document for industrial facilities who need to classify their empty containers.
RG-633Public Notices: New 30 TAC Section 39.426 RequirementEnglish2022-11-01Public notice must be completed on applications for new permits and applications to amend, modify, or renew permits that are subject to 30 TAC Subsection 39.403(a)(3).
GI-631Language Access and Public ParticipationEnglish2022-11-01Notices to the Public About Pending Permit Applications under Title 30 Texas Administrative Code (30 TAC) Section 39.426.
SFR-079/20Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Biennial Report (2019-2020): A Report to the 87th Texas LegislatureEnglish2020-12-01A report to the legislature, published every two years, detailing TERP activities, revenues, and grant expenditures.
SFR-079/22Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Biennial Report (2021-2022) Report to the 88th Texas LegislatureEnglish2022-12-01A report to the legislature, published every two years, detailing TERP activities, revenues, and grant expenditures.
RG-467Conditional No-Exposure Exclusion for Stormwater Runoff: A Guide for Industries Operating Under the TPDES Multi-Sector General Permit, TXR050000English2022-11-01Explains the no-exposure exclusion for industries operating under the TPDES Multi-Sector General Permit.
RG-373/aApproval of Live Online Training for Occupational LicensingEnglish2022-11-01Describes the process and requirements for obtaining TCEQ approval and course code for live online training courses for occupational licensing- including additional online platform requirements such as interactivity, monitoring, learning environment, identity verification, and technical procedures for live online delivery.
RG-360/222022 Emissions Inventory Guidelines (for January – December 2022 Emissions)English2023-01-01Guide to the Emissions Inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to TCEQ.
RG-325Used Oil RecyclingEnglish2022-12-01Guidance for used oil recycling activities. Includes information about managing used oil and notification requirements for used oil handlers and collection centers.
SFR-047/22 Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 88th Legislature English2023-01-01Committee’s report describing its activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection.
RG-470Landscape Irrigator's Rule CompilationEnglish2021-02-01A guide that compiles the various rules for landscape irrigators from the occupation code, water code and TCEQ rules.
AS-217Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Sandy Creek and Wolf CreekEnglish2022-05-01This report describes total maximum daily loads for two assessment units, Sandy Creek (AU 0603A_01) and Wolf Creek (AU 0603B_01), in the Neches River Basin, where concentrations of indicator bacteria exceed the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. The watersheds of Sandy Creek and Wolf Creek are in Jasper and Tyler counties. Both creeks flow into B.A. Steinhagen Lake.
AS-223Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria for North Fork Cottonwood Creek, Assessment Unit 0841P_04English2022-02-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load for indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU 0841P_04) of North Fork Cottonwood Creek. The watershed of the creek, a perennial, unclassified, freshwater stream, is primarily urbanized and lies within Tarrant and Dallas counties.
AS-463Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Caney Creek, Assessment Unit 1010_03English2022-04-27A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU 1010_03) of Caney Creek. Caney Creek flows into Lake Houston in the San Jacinto River Basin and its watershed covers portions of Montgomery and Walker counties.
AS-471Technical Support Document for Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Neches River TidalEnglish2022-08-01This publication describes total maximum daily loads for Neches River Tidal, where indicator bacteria concentrations exceed criterion used to evaluate attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. This watershed is between Jefferson and Orange counties. Texas Water Resources Institute submitted the study to TCEQ in July 2020.
AS-474Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in White Oak CreekEnglish2023-01-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU 1004J_01) in White Oak Creek (Segment 1004J), located within Montgomery County.
AS-475Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Dry Branch Creek.English2023-01-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU 0841I_01) in Dry Branch Creek (Segment 0841I), located entirely within Dallas County.
SFR-083/22Dry Cleaning Activities: Report to the 88th Texas LegislatureEnglish2022-11-22Report includes the funds collected and deposited to the Dry Cleaning Facility Release Fund, disbursements from the fund and the purposes of those disbursements, extent of corrective action conducted, and ranking of dry cleaning sites.
SFR-57/22TCEQ Biennial Report to the 88th Legislature, FY 2021-2022English2022-12-01Report to the 88th Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2021 and 2022 programs, services, and results.
AS-219Guidelines for Treatment and Management of Injected Water at Aquifer Storage and Recovery Sites to Minimize the Potential Release of ArsenicEnglish2021-08-01Intended for the regulated community, this agency study provides basic information on water quality conditions leading to potential arsenic release at aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) sites, and guidelines for implementing injection water treatment and management strategies that may mitigate releases.
RG-591Disposing of Animal Carcasses Left Behind by Declared DisasterEnglish2022-08-01Tips for the safe and proper disposal of carcasses of large animals following a natural or human-caused disaster, such as a hurricane, flood, tornado, fire or explosion, etc. natural disasters, livestock, burial of animal carcasses, carcass disposal
SFR-053/22Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts: Report to the 88th LegislatureEnglish2023-01-01Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of Priority Groundwater Management Areas (PGMAs) and the creation and operation of Groundwater Conservation Districts (GCDs).
GI-631/espAcceso Lingüístico y Participación Pública Spanish2023-02-01La TCEQ requiere aviso al público de las solicitudes de nuevos permisos de aire, agua o desechos que autorizarían nuevas instalaciones o actividades reguladas, así como las solicitudes para enmendar, modificar o renovar los permisos existentes.
RG-633/espAvisos Públicos: Nuevo Requisito 30 TAC Sección 39.426Spanish2023-02-01El aviso público notifica al público que una entidad está solicitando un permiso, registro o autorización para emitir o descargar un contaminante en el aire o el agua, o para almacenar, procesar o eliminar desechos sólidos.
RG-086Transporting Waste in TexasEnglish2023-04-01Whether you transport waste in Texas or hire a waste transporter, this publication will help you decide if the waste to be hauled is regulated, who regulates it, how to contact that agency, and what the important requirements are for many of the wastes.
RG-629Pharmaceutical Waste Management for Very Small Quantity GeneratorsEnglish2023-03-01A guide to help medical facilities manage their pharmaceutical waste properly and comply with TCEQ requirements.
SFR-066/22Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution in Texas: 2022 Annual ReportEnglish2023-02-01Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public.
M-105Take Care of Texas StickersEnglish0-00-01Show your commitment to conservation with these four Take Care of Texas stickers. The stickers are printed together on one sheet.
RG-523/PST-06Groundwater Monitoring and Reporting for LPST SitesEnglish2014-06-01Guidelines for registered corrective action specialists and licensed corrective action project managers on groundwater monitoring and reporting for leaking petroleum storage tank sites in Texas.
RG-524Texas Emissions Reduction Plan: Guidelines for the Seaport and Rail Yard Areas Emissions Reduction ProgramEnglish2020-08-01Explains the standards for the DTIP grants for replacement of older drayage trucks operated at seaports and rail yards in the state's nonattainment areas with newer model vehicles in order to improve air quality in and near those facilities.
SFR-113/20Status of Corrective Action at Petroleum-contaminated SitesEnglish2020-11-01A report on the Petroleum Storage Tank State-Lead Program including the status of sites and recommendations on fees, programs, and activities to eventually conclude the program.
RG-442TCEQ Guidelines to Develop Toxicity FactorsEnglish2015-09-01A technical guide that details the process of developing health- and welfare-based inhalation toxicity values and health-based oral toxicity values.
RG-571Citizen Collected Evidence: Photo and Video Documentation ProceduresEnglish2020-06-06This publication covers procedures and rules for citizen collected evidence in the form of photographs or videos that may document a violation.
RG-572Determination of Ammonia: Phenol-Nitroprusside MethodEnglish1979-07-01This publication provides guidance on the determination of Ammonia from a stack using the TCEQ Lab Method 3, or the Phenol-Nitroprusside Method.
RG-573Determination of Hydrogen Sulfide in Stack GasEnglish1979-05-01This publication provides guidance on the determination of Hydrogen Sulfide from within a stack using the TCEQ Lab Method 17.
RG-574Particulate in Stack GasesEnglish1986-11-08This publication provides guidance on the determination of particulate matter from a stack using TCEQ Method 23, additionally where the stack gas or particulate matter is not a source of Sulfur Dioxide, Sulfur Trioxide, or Sulfuric Acid.
RG-575Particulate (Including ammonium Sulfate and Ammonium Sulfite) in Stack Gases Containing Sulfur Oxides and AmmoniaEnglish1989-11-01This publication provides guidance on the determination of particulate matter from a stack using TCEQ Method 24 when the stack gas contains Sulfur Oxides and Ammonia and is a modification of the U.S Environmental Protection Agency Method 8 and Method 5.
RG-576Guidance for Determining Maximum Allowable Operating Rates for an Emission Performance Test and Requesting a RetestEnglish2005-02-01This publication supersedes an earlier Texas Air Control Board memo from 1980 and provides guidance on determining the Maximum Allowable Operating Rates during pretest planning activities, stack test observations, and in the review of stack test reports, and the circumstances in which retesting may be required due to a facility operating above the Maximum Allowable Operating Rate.
RG-577Guidelines for Stack Sampling Facilities English2016-07-19Formerly Chapter 2 of the TCEQ Sampling Procedures Manual, this publication provides guidance on necessary facility provisions for measuring the emission of significant air contaminants, for example, sampling ports on exhaust stacks and sampling platforms.
RG-579Cooling Tower Monitoring English2003-01-01Formerly Appendix P of the TCEQ Sampling Procedures Manual, this publication outlines the requirements of the Air Stripping Method (Modified El Paso Method) for Determination of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Water Sources. This method has been cited in federal regulations to characterize emissions from cooling towers.
AS-203Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Arenosa CreekEnglish2020-10-01An analysis of sources and loadings of E. coli in Arenosa Creek to support development of a total maximum daily load.
AS-206Two TMDLS for Indicator Bacteria in the Caney Creek WatershedEnglish21-08-11This report describes total maximum daily loads for two assessment units, Caney Creek Tidal (Segment 1304) and Linnville Bayou (Segment 1304A), in the Caney Creek watershed, where concentrations of indicator bacteria exceed the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. The Caney Creek watershed lies in southeast Texas, covering parts of Brazoria, Matagorda, and Wharton counties.
AS-207One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Hillebrandt BayouEnglish2021-08-11This report describes a total maximum daily load for one assessment unit in, Hillebrandt Bayou (Segment 0704), where concentrations of indicator bacteria exceed the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. The Hillebrandt Bayou watershed is in the Neches-Trinity Coastal Basin in the southeast Gulf Coast region. Hillebrandt Bayou arises in the city of Beaumont, and its watershed is completely contained within Jefferson County.
AS-208Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Arenosa CreekEnglish2021-08-11This plan describes the steps that watershed stakeholders and other responsible parties will take toward achieving pollutant reductions identified in the total maximum daily load for bacteria in Arenosa Creek, and outlines the schedule for implementation activities.
AS-209One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Arenosa CreekEnglish2021-08-11This report describes a total maximum daily load for one assessment unit, Arenosa Creek (Segment 2453C), where concentrations of indicator bacteria exceed the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. The Arenosa Creek watershed lies along the Texas Coast, covering portions of Victoria, Jackson, and Lavaca counties.
AS-210Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria at Corpus Christi Bay Beaches, Cole Park and Ropes ParkEnglish2021-07-28This report describes two total maximum daily loads for two assessment units (AUs) at beaches along Corpus Christi Bay in the city of Corpus Christi. At Cole Park Beach (AU 2481CB_03) and Ropes Park Beach (AU 2481CB_0), concentrations of indicator bacteria exceed the criteria established by the Texas General Land Office to determine when to issue a beach advisory due to possible risk associated with contact recreation use at Texas beaches. The watersheds of the two beach AUs are wholly contained within the City of Corpus Christi.
AS-221Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Lavaca River Above TidalEnglish2021-10-18A report of the scientific information required to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU1602_02) of the Lavaca River Above Tidal (Segment 1602). The watershed for this perennial, classified, freshwater stream near the Texas Gulf Coast includes Gonzales, DeWitt, Fayette, Jackson, and Lavaca counties.
RG-639 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Template for the Construction General PermitEnglish2023-05-01Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan template for owners and operators of small and large construction sites that are subject to the construction general permit for stormwater.
GI-451Six Driving Tips to Save You Money and Keep the Air Clean/Seis Tips de Conducción para Ahorrarte Dinero y Mantener el Aire LimpioEnglish/spanish2017-07-01An infographic offering practical driving and vehicle-maintenance advice./Una infografía que ofrece consejos prácticos de conducción y de mantenimiento de vehículos.
AS-237Eleven Total Maximum Daily Loads for Legacy Pollutants in Streams and Reservoirs in Fort WorthEnglish2000-11-01A scientific report describing 11 total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants in streams and reservoirs in Fort Worth and the allowable loads assigned to each pollutant source category.
AS-233Implementation Plan for Dissolved Nickel in the Houston Ship Channel SystemEnglish2001-07-01A plan to implement 14 total maximum daily loads for nickel in the Houston Ship Channel System describing the actions necessary to improve water quality, a schedule for implementing activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-236Implementation Plan for Fort Worth Legacy Pollutant TMDLsEnglish2001-07-01A plan to implement 11 total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants in Fort Worth area watersheds describing the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementing activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-238A Total Maximum Daily Load for Dissolved Oxygen in Lake AustinEnglish2000-11-01A scientific report describing one total for dissolved oxygen in Lake Austin. The source of the low dissolved oxygen is anoxic discharges from Mansfield Dam at the headwaters of the lake.
AS-239Implementation Plan for Lake Austin Dissolved Oxygen TMDLEnglish2001-07-01A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for dissolved oxygen in Lake Austin describing the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementing activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-241Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Total Dissolved Solids and Sulfate in E.V. Spence ReservoirEnglish2002-06-01A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for dissolved solids and sulfate in E.V. Spence Reservoir. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of sulfate or total dissolved solids in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-240Implementation Plan for Sulfate and Total Dissolved Solids TMDLs in the E. V. Spence ReservoirEnglish2001-08-01A plan to implement two total maximum daily loads for sulfate and total dissolved solids in the E.V. Spence reservoir. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-243Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Phosphorus in the North Bosque RiverEnglish2001-02-01A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for phosphorous in the North Bosque River. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of phosphorus in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-244Implementation Plan for Dallas and Tarrant County Legacy Pollutant TMDLsEnglish2001-08-01A plan to implement total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants Dallas and Tarrant Counties. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-245An Implementation Plan for Soluble Reactive Phosphorus in the North Bosque River WatershedEnglish2002-12-01A plan to implement total maximum daily loads for phosphorus in the North Bosque River watershed. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-246Nine Total Maximum Daily Loads for Legacy Pollutants in Streams and a Reservoir in Dallas and Tarrant CountiesEnglish2000-12-01A scientific report detailing the development of nine total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants in Lower West Fork Trinity River, Upper Trinity River and Mountain Creek Lake.
AS-247Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Legacy Pollutants in the Arroyo Colorado Above Tidal and the Donna Reservoir and Canal SystemEnglish2001-01-14A scientific report detailing the development of four total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants in the Arroyo Colorado above tidal and the Donna Reservoir and canal.
AS-248Twelve Total Maximum Daily Loads for Legacy Pollutants in the Arroyo Colorado Above Tidal and the Donna Reservoir and Canal SystemEnglish2003-07-25A scientific report detailing the development of twelve total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants in the Arroyo Colorado Above Tidal and the Donna Reservoir and Canal System.
AS-249Implementation Plan for Arroyo Colorado and Donna Reservoir and Canal Legacy Pollutant TMDLsEnglish2001-09-14A plan to implement total maximum daily loads for legacy pollutants in the Arroyo Colorado and Donna Reservoir and Canal watershed. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-250Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Chlordane in Clear CreekEnglish2001-06-14A scientfic report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for chlordane in Clear Creek.
AS-251Implementation Plan for Clear Creek Chlordane TMDLsEnglish2001-09-14A plan to implement total maximum daily loads for chlordane in the Clear Creek watershed. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-252Implementation Plan for Clear Creek Volatile Organic Compound TMDLsEnglish2001-10-01A plan to implement total maximum daily loads for volatile organic compounds in the Clear Creek watershed. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-253Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Two Volatile Organic Compounds in Clear CreekEnglish2002-06-01A scientific report detailing the development of four total maximum daily loads for volatile organic compounds in Clear Creek.
AS-254Implementation Plan for Five Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in Four Austin StreamsEnglish2015-01-21A plan to implement five total maximum daily loads for bacteria in four Austin streams. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-255Five Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Four Austin StreamsEnglish2015-01-21A scientific report describing five total maximum daily loads for bacteria in Austin-area streams and the allowable loads assigned to each pollutant source category. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of bacteria in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-254/22Updated Implementation Plan for Nine Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Fecal Bacteria in Four Austin StreamsEnglish2022-08-01Describes the steps that watershed stakeholders will take to achieve pollutant reductions identified in the total maximum daily loads for bacteria in four Austin streams, which lie in Travis County, Central Texas, in the Colorado River Basin.
AS-261One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Carancahua BayEnglish2020-08-26A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Carancahua Bay. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of bacteria in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-262Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Carancahua BayEnglish2020-08-26A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Carancahua Bay. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-263Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Lavaca River Above Tidal and Rocky CreekEnglish2019-08-14A plan to implement two total maximum daily load for bacteria in Lavaca River Above Tidal and Rocky Creek. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-264Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Lavaca River Above Tidal and Rocky CreekEnglish2019-08-14A scientific report detailing the development of of two total maximum daily loads for bacteria in Lavaca River Above Tidal and Rocky Creek. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of bacteria in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-265Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in the Lavaca River and Rocky CreekEnglish2016-08-01A scientific analysis and report to support the development of two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in Lavaca River Above Tidal and Rocky Creek.
AS-266One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek TidalEnglish2018-01-24A scientific report detailing the development of of of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek Tidal. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of bacteria in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-267Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek TidalEnglish2018-01-24A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek Tidal. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-268Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek TidalEnglish2017-10-01A scientific analysis and report to support the development one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek Tidal.
AS-269Implementation Plan for the TMDL for Atrazine in Aquilla ReservoirEnglish2002-01-01A plan to implement a total maximum daily load for atrazine in Aquilla Reservoir. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-270A Total Maximum Daily Load for Atrazine in Aquilla ReservoirEnglish2002-06-01A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for atrazine in Aquilla Reservoir.
AS-272Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Navasota River WatershedEnglish2017-06-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in the Navasota River watershed.
AS-273Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Navasota River below Lake LimestoneEnglish2019-08-28A plan to implement two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Navasota River below Lake Limestone. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-274Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Navasota River below Lake LimestoneEnglish2019-08-28A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in the Navasota River below Lake Limestone. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of bacteria in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-275Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Hillebrandt BayouEnglish2020-06-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of one total maximum daily load for indicator bacteria in Hillebrandt Bayou.
AS-276Technical Support Document for Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Neches River TidalEnglish2020-07-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of four total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in the Neches River Tidal.
AS-277Technical Support Document for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Sandy Creek and Wolf CreekEnglish2020-01-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in Sandy Creek and Wolf Creek.
AS-278One Total Maximum Daily Load for Dissolved Oxygen in Salado CreekEnglish2001-10-01A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for dissolved oxygen in Salado Creek. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of oxygen-demanding substances in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-281One Total Maximum Daily Load for Dissolved Oxygen in Lake O’ the PinesEnglish2006-04-12A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for dissolved oxygen in Lake O' the Pines. ThisTMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of oxygen-demanding substances in wastewater into the watershed.
AS-282Technical Support Document: Historical Review of Nueces Bay (Segment 2482) Zinc Total Maximum Daily Load Effectiveness MonitoringEnglish2016-08-01A scientific analysis and report including a historical data review to support development of a total maximum daily load for zinc in oyster tissue in Nueces Bay.
AS-290Implementation Plan for Zinc in Oyster Tissue in Nueces BayEnglish2007-10-24A plan to implement a total maximum daily load for zinc in oyster tissue in Nueces Bay. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-291One Total Maximum Daily Load for Zinc in Oyster Tissue in Nueces BayEnglish2006-11-01A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for zinc in oyster tissue in Nueces Bay. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of zinc in wastewater into the watershed.
AS-299Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Dissolved Oxygen and One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Upper Oyster CreekEnglish2014-01-15A plan to implement two total maximum daily loads for dissolved oxygen and one total maximum daily load for indicator bacteria in Upper Oyster Creek. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-303One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Upper Oyster CreekEnglish2007-08-08A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for a bacteria impairment in Upper Oyster Creek. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of bacteria in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-304Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Dissolved Oxygen in Upper Oyster CreekEnglish2010-07-01A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for dissolved oxygen in Upper Oyster Creek. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of oxygen-demanding substances in wastewater or stormwater into the watershed.
AS-334Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Chloride and Total Dissolved Solids in the Colorado River Below E. V. Spence ReservoirEnglish2007-02-07A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for chloride and total dissolved solids in the Colorado River Below E.V. Spence Reservoir. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of chloride and total dissolved solids in wastewater into the watershed.
AS-335Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Chloride, Sulfate, and Total Dissolved Solids in Petronila Creek Above TidalEnglish2007-01-10A scientific report describing the development of three total maximum daily loads for chloride, sulfate, and total dissolved solids in impairments in Petronila Creek Above Tidal (Segment 2204). These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of chloride, sulfate, and total dissolved solids in wastewater into the watershed.
AS-336One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in the Lower San Antonio RiverEnglish2008-08-01A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in the Lower San Antonio River. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-337Implementation Plan for Five Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in the Lower San Antonio River WatershedEnglish2018-08-08A plan to implement five total maximum daily loads for bacteria in the Lower San Antonio River. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-338Implementation Plan for Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in the Upper San Antonio WatershedsEnglish2016-04-06A plan to implement three total maximum daily loads for bacteria in the Upper San Antonio Watersheds. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-339Technical Support Document for a Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Martinez CreekEnglish2019-07-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of one total maximum daily load for indicator bacteria in Martinez Creek.
AS-340Technical Support Document for Additions to the Upper San Antonio Watershed, San Antonio, Texas (1910D, 1911B, 1911C, 1911D, and 1911E)English2015-01-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of five total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in seven assessment units in the Upper San Antonio Watershed.
AS-341Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in the San Antonio AreaEnglish2007-07-25A scientific report detailing the development of three total maximum daily loads for bacteria in the San Antonio area. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-343Implementation Plan for Seventeen Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria, Dissolved Oxygen, and pH in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou, and Their TributariesEnglish2015-08-05A plan to implement seventeen total maximum daily loads for bacteria, dissolved oxygen and pH in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou and their tributaries. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-344Twenty-three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria, Dissolved Oxygen, and pH in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou, and Associated TributariesEnglish2020-08-26A scientific report detailing the development of twenty-three total maximum daily loads for bacteria, dissolved oxygen and pH in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou and their associated tributaries. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria and oxygen-demanding substances in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-345Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou, and Associated TributariesEnglish2020-04-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou and associated tributaries.
AS-346Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Loads for Dissolved Oxygen and pH in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou, and Associated TributariesEnglish2020-03-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of twenty-three total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria, dissolved oxygen and pH in Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou and their associated tributaries.
AS-347Nonpoint Source Modeling of the Watersheds of Adams and Cow BayousEnglish2006-01-01A technical report summarizing the development of a model of the watersheds of Adams and Cow Bayous. This report supports understanding the processes affecting water quality, quantifies the pollutant loadings to the bayous, links water quality to pollutant loadings, and evaluates the benefits of water quality management options.
AS-349Water Quality Modeling of Adams and Cow BayousEnglish2006-08-01A technical report summarizing the development of hydrodynamic and water quality models of Adams and Cow Bayous. This report aids in understanding the processes affecting water quality, quantifies the pollutant loadings to the bayous, links water quality to pollutant loadings and evaluates the benefits of water quality management options.
AS-350Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Total Dissolved Solids and Chloride in Clear Creek Above TidalEnglish2006-08-01A plan to implement two total maximum daily loads for dissolved solids and chloride in Clear Creek above Tidal. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-352Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Nitrate-Nitrogen in the Lower Sabinal RiverEnglish2006-08-01A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for nitrate-nitrogen in the Lower Sabinal River. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-353One Total Maximum Daily Load for Nitrate-Nitrogen in the Lower Sabinal RiverEnglish2005-08-10A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for nitrate-nitrogen in the Lower Sabinal River (Segment 2110). This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of nitrate-nitrogen in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-354Matagorda Bay and Nearby Coastal Waters Dissolved Oxygen and pH TMDL Assessment ReportEnglish2006-04-21A scientific report detailing data and recommendations from an assessment of water quality in Matagorda Bay and nearby coastal waters
AS-355Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in Fish Tissue in Lake WorthEnglish2006-08-01A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in fish tissue in Lake Worth. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-356One Total Maximum Daily Load for Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in Fish Tissue in Lake WorthEnglish2005-08-10A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in fish tissue in Lake Worth.
AS-357One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in the Guadalupe River Above Canyon LakeEnglish2007-07-25A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in the Guadalupe River above Canyon Lake. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-359Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Cottonwood Branch and Grapevine CreekEnglish2011-09-21A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in Cottonwood Branch and Grapevine Creek. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-362Thirteen Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Lower West Fork Trinity River WatershedEnglish2013-09-24A scientific report detailing the development of thirteen total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Lower West Fork Trinity River watershed. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-365Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Cottonwood Creek, Fish Creek, Kirby Creek, and Crockett Branch Watersheds Upstream of Mountain Creek LakeEnglish2016-11-02A scientific report detailing the development of four total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Cottonwood Creek, Fish Creek, Kirby Creek, and Crockett Branch Watersheds Upstream of Mountain Creek Lake. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-367One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Sycamore CreekEnglish2019-01-16A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for indicator bacteria in Sycamore Creek. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-370Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Upper Trinity River, Dallas, TexasEnglish2011-05-11A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Upper Trinity River, Dallas, Texas. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-371Implementation Plan Twenty-Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in the Greater Trinity River RegionEnglish2013-12-11A plan to implement twenty-three total maximum daily loads for bacteria in the Greater Trinity River region. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
SFR-056/22Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report, 2022 English2023-05-01Annual report on the quality of groundwater in Texas. Lists all active and inactive groundwater contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
AS-373One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Oso Bay English2007-08-22A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Oso Bay (Segment 2485). This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-378Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Oso CreekEnglish2017-06-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of one total maximum daily load for indicator bacteria in Oso Creek.
AS-379One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Oso CreekEnglish2019-07-31A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Oso Creek. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-384One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Gilleland CreekEnglish2007-08-08A scientific report detailing the development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Gilleland Creek. This TMDL is used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-396Implementation Plan for Eleven Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in Waters of the Upper Gulf CoastEnglish2015-08-19A plan to implement eleven total maximum daily loads for bacteria in waters of the Upper Gulf Coast. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-397Six Total Maximum Daily Loads for Bacteria in Waters of the Upper Gulf CoastEnglish2008-08-01A scientific report detailing the development of six total maximum daily loads for bacteria in waters of the Upper Gulf Coast. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-398Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Tidal Segments of the Mission and Aransas RiversEnglish2016-05-25A plan to implement two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the tidal segments of the Mission and Aransas Rivers. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-399Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Tidal Segments of the Mission and Aransas RiversEnglish2016-05-25A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the tidal segments of the Mission and Aransas Rivers. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-400Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Aransas River Above Tidal and Poesta CreekEnglish2017-06-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Aransas River Above Tidal and Poesta Creek.
AS-401Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Watersheds of the Mission and Aransas RiversEnglish2013-12-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of two total maximum daily loads for bacteria in the Mission and Aransas Rivers watersheds.
AS-410Implementation Plan for Eight Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Dickinson Bayou and Three Tidal TributariesEnglish2014-01-15A plan to implement eight total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in Dickinson Bayou and three tidal tributaries. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-425Implementation Plan for Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria the Carters Creek WatershedEnglish2012-08-29A plan to implement three total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Carters Creek watershed. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-426Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Carters Creek WatershedEnglish2012-08-22A scientific report detailing the development of three total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Carters Creek watershed. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-428Six Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Armand Bayou WatershedEnglish2015-08-05A scientific report detailing the development of six total maximum daily loads for bacteria in the Armand Bayou watershed. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of indicator bacteria in wastewater and stormwater into the watershed.
AS-435Technical Support Document: Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Corpus Christi Bay at Cole and Ropes Parks, Corpus Christi, TexasEnglish2015-09-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of two total maximum daily loads for bacteria in Corpus Christi Bay (Segment 2481C).
AS-436Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Dissolved Oxygen in Lake O’ the PinesEnglish2008-07-09A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for dissolved oxygen in Lake O' the Pines. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-436/rev2013Revisions to the Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Dissolved Oxygen in Lake O’ the PinesEnglish2013-08-01A revision to the 2008 plan to implement a total maximum daily load for dissolved oxygen in Lake O' the Pines.
AS-441Quarterly Report 2, 2008 for Total Maximum Daily Loads for PCBs in the Houston Ship ChannelEnglish2008-03-01A scientific report detailing the progress on a project assess the development of total maximum daily loads for PCBs in the Houston Ship Channel.
AS-443Final Report Technical Use Attainability Analysis Clear Fork Trinity River (Stream Segments 0831 and 0833)English2002-06-01A scientific report supporting a use attainability analysis of the Clear Fork Trinity River to determine if the water body's designated uses are appropriate as described in the 2000 Texas Surface Water Quality Standards.
AS-456Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Chloride and Total Dissolved Solids in the Colorado River Below E. V. Spence ReservoirEnglish2007-10-10A plan to implement two total maximum daily loads for chloride and total dissolved solids in the Colorado River Below E. V. Spence Reservoir. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-457Implementation Plan for Three Total Maximum Daily Loads for Chloride, Sulfate, and Total Dissolved Solids in Petronila Creek Above TidalEnglish2007-10-10A plan to implement three total maximum daily loads for chloride, sulfate and total dissolved solids in Petronila Creek Above Tidal. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-458Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Guadalupe River Above Canyon LakeEnglish2011-08-31A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for bacteria in the Guadalupe River above Canyon Lake. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-458/rev2018Revised Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Guadalupe River Above Canyon LakeEnglish2018-12-06A revision to the 2011 plan to implement one total maximum daily load for bacteria in the Guadalupe River above Canyon Lake. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-461Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Gilleland CreekEnglish2011-02-09A plan to implement one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Gilleland Creek (Segment 1428C). This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-461/rev2017Revised Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Bacteria in Gilleland CreekEnglish2017-11-16A revision of the 2011 plan to implement one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Gilleland Creek. This plan describes the necessary actions to improve water quality, the schedule for implementation activities, and measurable outcomes for assessing progress.
AS-469 Implementation Plan for Five Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria Hillebrandt Bayou and Neches River TidalEnglish0-00-01Steps that watershed stakeholders will take to achieve pollutant reductions identified in the total maximum daily loads for bacteria in Hillebrandt Bayou and Neches River Tidal in the Neches-Trinity Coastal Basin in the southeast Gulf Coast region.
AS-472Technical Support Document for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Chocolate Bayou WatershedEnglish2022-08-01A scientific report used to develop two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in two assessment units (AUs 1107_01, 1108_01) within Chocolate Bayou (Segments 1107, 1108) watershed, between central and eastern Brazoria County and including parts of Fort Bend County
RG-557Delegation of Signatories for the Multisector General PermitEnglish2021-08-01This publication is a guide to signatory authority and delegating signatories for documents required by the stormwater Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP).
RG-542Compliance Notebook for Surface Water and GUI SystemsEnglish2023-03-21A tool to help public water systems serving surface water (or groundwater under the influence of surface water) gather and organize records needed during inspections. Includes log sheets, links to applicable forms, and other technical guidance.
RG-550Public Water System Activation and Inactivation GuidanceEnglish2021-05-01A guide to help public water systems (PWSs) submit the required documents to activate or inactivate their system.
RG-549Compliance Notebook for Transient Noncommunity Public Water SystemsEnglish2021-05-01A tool to help transient noncommunity public water systems gather and organize records needed during inspections. Includes log sheets, links to applicable forms, and other technical guidance.
RG-545Community Public Water System Compliance Notebook, Small BusinessEnglish2021-05-01A tool to help community public water systems gather and organize records needed during inspections. Includes log sheets, links to applicable forms, and other technical guidance.
RG-630Removal Guidelines for Dams in TexasEnglish2023-04-01This publication provides guidance to dam owners or engineers considering removal of a dam. It outlines steps and procedures to ensure the process is conducted safely and follows all state and federal rules.
RG-517/cWaste Management for Authorized Facilities: Responding to a DisasterEnglish2023-05-01For operators of municipal solid waste, petroleum storage tank, and industrial hazardous waste facilities, answers to questions about responding to disasters.
RG-531/bA Guide To Obtaining a Permit By Rule Authorization in STEERSEnglish2019-05-01Guide to completing an air Permits by Rule (PBR) application in the State of Texas Environmental Electronic Reporting System (STEERS)
RG-517/bPublic Drinking Water Systems: Responding to a DisasterEnglish2023-06-01For operators of public water systems, answers to questions about responding to natural disasters including information on who to contact in TCEQ regional offices and other resources.
AS-366/222022 River, Lakes, Bays 'N Bayous Trash BashEnglish2023-06-01stewardship and is Texas’ largest, single-day, volunteer waterway cleanup event. The event is supported by public-private partnerships.
AS-213/222022 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2023-06-01This is a publication of the Waste Permits Division, which compiles data from scrap tire transporters, storage sites, and facilities to update industry professionals, legislators, regulatory entities, and citizens about the state of scrap tire management in Texas.
RG-482Common Environmental Requirements for Regulated Oil and Gas OperationsEnglish2023-07-01Explains agency regulations on oil and gas exploration and production. Not a comprehensive review of such regulations.
GI-433How to Sample Your Well Water and Understand the ResultsEnglish2023-07-01How to properly collect a water sample from your well, send it to an approved lab for testing, and review the results.
GI-433/espComo Muestrear Su Agua para Contaminantes Bacteriologicos y Entender los Resultados (How to Sample Your Well Water and Understand the Results)Spanish2023-07-01Como correctamente recolectar una muestra de agua de su pozo, enviarla a un laboratorio aprobado para pruebas y revisar los resultados.
RG-531/cA Guide to Obtaining Title V Permits in STEERS ePermitsEnglish2023-05-01Guide to completing an air Title V application in the State of Texas Environmental Electronic Reporting System (STEERS).
RG-640Seawater Desalination for Public Water SystemsEnglish2023-07-01This guidance explains how seawater desalination for public drinking water is regulated in Texas, and what is required for a public water system to receive approval of a seawater desalination project.
M-104How to RecycleEnglish2022-11-01A card showing various ways to recycle items.
RG-038Waste Generation FeeEnglish2023-08-01Explanation of fees for hazardous and industrial waste generation.
RG-590Guidance for Public Water System Water HaulersEnglish2023-08-01Rules, approvals, and operations for new and existing potable water haulers.
RG-631Public Water Systems - Temporary Conversions to Free Chlorine English2023-09-01This guidance explains how to perform a successful free chlorine conversion to address nitrification in a distribution system. The publication is intended for public water systems that normally carry a chloramine residual through distribution.
AS-473Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Cotton Bayou TidalEnglish2022-09-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU 0801C_01) in Cotton Bayou (Segments 0801) Tidal, located within Chambers County.
SFR-074/23Report to the Governor: 2023 Public Water System Capacity Development ProgramEnglish2023-09-01Describes TCEQ and Texas Water Development Board actions to ensure that more public water systems that serve Texans are financially, managerially, and technically sound.
SFR-37/24Legislative Appropriations Request for Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025English0-00-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning, and Policy and other agencies.
RG-475/gRelease Detection and Inventory Control for Underground Storage TanksEnglish2023-01-01A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks on detecting releases from tanks and piping, and accounting for inventory.
RG-475/hSuspected and Confirmed Releases from Petroleum Storage Tanks: A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanksEnglish2021-12-01A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks explaining when to suspect a release and what to do if one is suspected.
RG-475/mPermanently Removing Petroleum Storage Tanks from Service: A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanksEnglish2019-08-01A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks on their permanent removal, filling with inert material, or conversion to another use.
SFR-129EPA Agreement Report on TCEQ Title VI EffortsEnglish2023-09-01TCEQ's efforts to enhance public participation and language access as part of its Nov. 3, 2020, Informal Resolution Agreement with the EPA.
AS-479Technical Support Document for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Big CreekEnglish2023-10-01An analysis of sources and loading of E. coli in Big Creek to support development of total maximum daily loads.
GI-063The Texas Clean Rivers ProgramEnglish2023-08-01General information about a program managed by the TCEQ and partner agencies to promote improved water quality in Texas rivers.
RG-151Industrial and Hazardous Waste Annual Waste Summary InstructionsEnglish2023-10-25Instructions on how to perform an annual waste summary; includes examples.
RG-632Evaluating Regionalization for Potential New Wastewater SystemsEnglish2023-08-01A guidance that is intended to assist TCEQ technical review staff and the regulated community in implementing the regionalization policy. The document outlines the steps needed to determine if regionalization is a practical option for a proposed development.
AS-478Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Oyster Creek Watershed English2023-10-01A scientific report used to develop two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in two Oyster Creek assessment units (AUs 1109_01, 1110_01) in Fort Bend and Brazoria counties.
RG-556Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Template for the Multisector General Permit FacilitiesEnglish2023-10-01A template with instructions to help facilities include the required information in their multisector general permit (MSGP) stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWP3s).
GI-635Grant Opportunities for Local Emergency Planning CommitteesEnglish2023-10-01This flyer describes how emergency planning committees may apply for and utilize TCEQ grants to meet their requirements and fulfill responsibilities.
RG-457Compliance History: Unsatisfactory Performer? Now what?English2023-11-01Explains compliance history reports, classifications, and ratings for classified unsatisfactory performers. Includes how to appeal, or correct errors and contact information.
SFR-045/21TCEQ Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2021English2021-11-18A legislatively mandated report submitted annually to the Governor's Office, the Comptroller's Office, the Legislative Budget Board and the State Auditor's Office.
SFR-045/23TCEQ Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ended August 31, 2023 English2023-11-01A legislatively mandated report submitted annually to the Governor's Office, the Comptroller's Office, the Legislative Budget Board and the State Auditor's Office.
SFR-128/23Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Annual ReportEnglish2023-12-01Describes projects awarded through the TERP programs from Sept. 1, 2022, through Aug. 31, 2023. Includes the total number of projects awarded, total projected NOX emissions reductions, and cost-effectiveness of the programs.
RG-578Submitting a Complete Air Emission Test ReportEnglish2023-11-01Formerly Chapter 14 of the TCEQ Sampling Procedures Manual, this publication provides reporting information required by some New Source Review permits.
AS-484Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily load for Indicator Bacteria in Poesta CreekEnglish2023-12-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (2004B_01) in Poesta Creek (Segment 2004B), located entirely within Bee County.
AS-485Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily load for Indicator Bacteria in Cedar CreekEnglish2023-12-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (0604A_03) in Cedar Creek (Segment 0604A), located entirely within Angelina County.
RG-360/232023 Emissions Inventory Guidelines (for January – December 2023 Emissions)English2024-01-01Guide to the Emissions Inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to the TCEQ.
GI-635/espPrograma De Subvencion para comites locales des planificacion de emergenciaSpanish2023-10-01Este folleto describe cómo los comités de planificación de emergencias pueden solicitar y utilizar subvenciones de TCEQ para cumplir con sus requisitos y responsabilidades.
RG-625Potential to Emit GuidanceEnglish2024-01-01Potential to Emit Guidance assists the applicant when applying for a Title V Operating Permit.
AS-487Site Selection Criteria for Aquifer Recharge from Stormwater – with Emphasis on Karst Regions of TexasEnglish2023-11-01This document provides guidance and selection criteria for sites where stormwater runoff enters aquifers through surface karst features in carbonate rocks. This includes considerations for regulations, site selection, stormwater quality, pretreatment, and best management practices for enhanced aquifer recharge.
GI-633Texas Local Emergency Planning Committees (Updates regularly)English2024-01-30Facilities that file a Tier II chemical report with TCEQ must also submit it to the local fire department with jurisdiction and to the facility’s local emergency planning committee (LEPC). This regularly updated list of LEPCs is provided alphabetically by county or area and includes contact information and the required method of report submittal.
SFR-072/22Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data, Fiscal Year Ended August 31,2022English2023-05-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2022.
SFR-072/21Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data, Fiscal Year Ended August 31,2021English2021-12-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2021.
SFR-072/20Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2020English2020-12-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2020.
SFR-072/23Annual Report of Nonfinancial Data, Fiscal Year Ended August 31,2023English2023-12-01TCEQ's legislatively mandated report of nonfinancial data for fiscal year 2023.
RG-496You're a Public Water System. Now What?English2024-02-01A guide for rules and regulations that apply to public water systems, especially for those who may have recently learned they own a PWS.
RG-499RV Parks: Am I Regulated?English2024-02-01This guide is intended to inform owners of recreational vehicle (RV) parks that some of their activities may be regulated by the TCEQ, and how to maintain compliance with the applicable rules and regulations.
SFR-066/23Nonpoint Source Pollution Management in Texas: 2023 Annual ReportEnglish2024-01-01Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public.
RG-641Guide to Submitting Stack Test Notifications and Reports in STEERSEnglish2024-02-01This guide provides help using the Stack Test Online Reporting System (STORS) for State of Texas Environmental Electronic Reporting System (STEERS) account holders.
RG-537Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Beneficiary Mitigation Plan for TexasEnglish2024-03-01Background on the purpose of the agreement and the allocation of funds under the Environmental Mitigation Trust Agreement for State Beneficiaries
AS-224Technical Support Document for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Caney Creek WatershedEnglish2019-08-20A report of the scientific information required to develop two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (AU 1304_01) in Caney Creek Tidal and one AU (1304A_01) in Linneville Bayou. The watershed for these streams are located in parts of Brazoria, Matagorda, and Wharton Counties.
AS-486Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily load for Indicator Bacteria in Caney Creek TidalEnglish2023-12-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (1304_02) in Caney Creek Tidal (Segment 1304), located in portions of Brazoria, Matagorda, and Wharton counties.
RG-643Wildfire Debris InfographicEnglish0-00-01Information on properly disposing of debris when cleaning up after a wildfire.
RG-643/espManejo de Restos de Incendios ForestalesSpanish0-00-01Información sobre la eliminación adecuada de restos al realizar limpieza después de un incendio forestal.
RG-644Spill Reporting Reference PosterEnglish2024-04-05A poster with information on reporting spills and discharges of reportable quantities.
RG-531/aA Guide to Creating an Account in STEERS ePermittingEnglish2024-04-01Regulatory guide providing directions on how to create a new account in the State of Texas Environmental Electronic Reporting System (STEERS)
RG-517/dWastewater Treatment Plants: Responding to DisastersEnglish2020-05-01For owners and operators, answers to questions about handling damages and accidental discharges in the event of a natural disaster, including contact information for TCEQ regional offices.
GI-404Rainwater HarvestingEnglish2017-07-01Homeowners and landowners can build simple or complex systems to capture, store and use rainwater to water their landscape plants.
GI-602Complaint Investigation ManualEnglish2024-03-01This publication provides the policies and procedures for investigators handling complaints about environmental, health, and regulatory concerns.
GI-611Active Municipal Solid Waste Landfills in TexasEnglish2024-05-01Table listing active municipal solid waste landfills in Texas, by county, with permit number, facility name, and type of landfill. landfill;waste;disposal;construction waste;demolition waste;trash;rubbish;garbage
SFR-055/22Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2022English2023-05-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for the TCEQ
SFR-055/22Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2022English2023-05-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for the TCEQ
GI-613Description of Fields in Municipal Solid Waste Data FilesEnglish2024-05-01Description of data fields in municipal solid waste data files available for download from TCEQ webpage Data on Municipal Solid Waste Facilities in Texas, https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/waste_permits/msw_permits/msw-data. msw;municipal solid waste;facility data;data file;facility status;permit status
AS-464Technical Support Document for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Unnamed Tributaries of Dickinson Bayou Tidal and Gum BayouEnglish2022-05-01A scientific report used to develop two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in two assessment units (AUs 1103F_01, 1103G_01) within the Dickinson Bayou Tidal (Segment 1103) watershed in the southeastern portion of the Greater Houston metropolitan area and entirely within Galveston County.
RG-636Prevention of Significant Deterioration and Nonattainment Significant EmissionsEnglish2024-05-01A general guide to the requirements of prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) and nonattainment air permits.
SFR-035/25TCEQ Strategic Plan, Fiscal Years 2025-2029English2024-06-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning and Policy and the Legislative Budget Board, which assesses TCEQ activities and plans for goals, objectives.
SFR-035/21TCEQ Strategic Plan, Fiscal Years 2021-2025English2020-06-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning and Policy and the Legislative Budget Board, which assesses TCEQ activities and plans for goals, objectives.
SFR-035/19TCEQ Strategic Plan, Fiscal Years 2019-2023English2018-06-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning and Policy and the Legislative Budget Board, which assesses TCEQ activities and plans for goals, objectives.
SFR-057/20TCEQ Biennial Report to the 87th Legislature, FY 2018-2020English2020-12-01Report to the 87th Texas Legislature that describes the TCEQ's Fiscal 2019 and 2020 programs, services, and results.
GI-378Golden Alga in TexasEnglish2007-09-01A guide to the effects of golden alga events in Texas. Includes health and seafood tips and how to recognize and report golden agla blooms.
RG-473Design and Construction Guidelines for Dams in TexasEnglish2009-08-01An aid for engineers designing and constructing dams.
GI-466/espDatos Sobre el Proceso de Conversión de Cloro LibreSpanish2021-01-01Discusión de cómo y por qué los sistemas públicos de agua garantizan la desinfección del agua en todos sus sistemas de distribución.
RG-211Monthly Testing and Reporting at Surface Water Treatment PlantsEnglish2022-06-01Guide to filling out reporting forms for public water systems, including the SWMOR, SWMOR2, and SWMOR-Alt.
AS-213/232023 Scrap Tire Annual Report SummaryEnglish2024-06-17This is a publication of the Waste Permits Division, which compiles data from scrap tire transporters, storage sites, and facilities to update industry professionals, legislators, regulatory entities, and citizens about the state of scrap tire management in Texas.
GI-465Guide to Yard CareEnglish2022-07-01Helps you maintain a healthy yard, save money, and take care of our state's varied landscapes.
RG-518Managing Debris from Declared DisastersEnglish2024-05-31Information on properly disposing of debris when cleaning up after a hurricane, flood, tornado, wildfire, or other natural disaster.
RG-517/aAir Quality for Permitted Facilities: Responding to a Declared DisasterEnglish2024-05-01Air quality concerns for permitted facilities responding to a disaster.
RG-379Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Guidance ManualEnglish2022-01-01This revised publication helps surface water treatment plant operators comply with rules on removing total organic carbon (TOC) & lessen the concentration of disinfection by-product precursors (DBP-Ps) that are available to form more harmful disinfection by-products.
GI-426What is Toxicology?English2013-01-01Introduction to TCEQ toxicology for the general public.
GI-431After a Disaster: Is Your Drinking Water Safe?English2024-06-01Answers to questions about safe drinking water in the event of a natural disaster and information such as who to contact, boil water notices, and more.
SFR-104/24Capacity Report on Low Level Radioactive WasteEnglish2024-07-01A report on the results of a TCEQ study related to low-level radioactive waste that may go to the compact waste disposal facility.
RG-637Guidance for Resiliency Training Requirements for Water OperatorsEnglish2024-07-17Severe Winter Storm, Uri, caused widespread water outages and equipment failures, disrupting drinking water systems. Senate Bill 3, relating to preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies passed. As a result, resiliency training was developed for all water operators.
GI-449Financial, Managerial, and Technical Assistance for Public Water and Wastewater SystemsEnglish19-11-01This brochure provides owners and operators of public water and wastewater systems with general information on the variety of free financial, managerial, and technical assistance that we offer to help these systems comply with state & federal regulations.
AS-500The 6th Addition to the Coastal Heritage Preserve, Galveston Island, TexasEnglish2024-07-01The objective of the project was to purchase, in fee simple, and conserve in perpetuity approximately 45 acres of coastal habitats. Now completed, the 46-acre purchased Acquisition Tract was added to and is being managed by Artist Boat as part of the 811-acre Coastal Heritage Preserve on Galveston Island.
AS-494Galveston Bay Estuary Resilience Action Plan English2024-05-01The Estuary Resilience Action Plan (ERAP) assess a series of coastal resilience criteria against the goals, objectives, and actions in The Galveston Bay Plan, 2nd Edition (GBP). The ERAP is a companion document to the GBP, developed in coordination with subject matter experts and members of the Galveston Bay Council (GBC) and its committees, to provide resiliency adaptation recommendations.
AS-480Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Oyster Creek English2024-08-14A report on development of two total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) for Oyster Creek. This TMDL document will determine allowable loadings of indicator bacteria into the watershed for new or amended discharge permits.
AS-482Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Big Creek English2024-08-14This report describes a total maximum daily load for two assessment units in Big Creek (Segment 1202J), where the concentration of indicator bacteria exceed the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. The watershed is southeast of Houston in Fort Bend County.
GI-612Active Medical Waste Facilities in TexasEnglish2024-08-01Tables listing active medical waste treatment facilities and transfer stations in Texas, by county, with permit or registration number, facility name, treatment method, and address. untreated medical waste;disposal;sharps;syringes;infectious waste;
GI-636TCEQ Support in an Emergency InfographicEnglish2024-03-01An overview of the role of TCEQ and local government and first responders after a disaster occurs.
AS-501Nutrient and Sediment Monitoring of the Lower San Jacinto RiverEnglish2024-08-01This study documents a project conducted in 2018-2021 by the U.S. Geological Survey, in cooperation with the Galveston Bay Estuary Program, to collect sediment and nutrient data in freshwater inflow entering Galveston Bay from the San Jacinto River. This project aimed to continue data collection efforts started in 2011 to improve our understanding of freshwater inflow, and nutrient and sediment variability in inflow, from the San Jacinto River to Galveston Bay.
GI-646ePay User Guide for Effective Orders WITH Payment PlansEnglish2024-09-01A guide for users with payment plans on how to navigate ePay, the agency’s secure online payment system.
GI-647ePay User Guide for Effective Orders WITHOUT Payment PlansEnglish2024-09-01A guide for users without payment plans on how to navigate ePay, the agency’s secure online payment system.
RG-635Prevention of Significant Deterioration and Nonattainment Fact SheetEnglish2024-08-01A guidance on the requirements for prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) and nonattainment major source significant emissions.
RG-646Stormwater Management Program Template for Phase II (Small) Level 1 and 2 MS4sEnglish2024-09-01A template designed to help small MS4s prepare a Stormwater Management Plan to comply with permit requirements.
RG-475/aBuying or Selling a Property with Underground Storage Tanks: A guide for owners and operators of USTsEnglish2023-12-01A guide for owners and operators of petroleum storage tank systems explaining rules and procedures for buying or selling a property with petroleum storage tanks.
RG-475/cLicensed Underground Storage Tank Contractors: Selecting the proper contractor to work on your UST systemEnglish2024-04-01A guide to help you select the proper contractor to work on your UST system.
RG-521Consequences of Criminal Convictions for Occupational LicensingEnglish2024-08-01This regulatory guidance outlines the possible consequences of having a criminal conviction on your ability to obtain and hold an occupational license.
AS-216/23Assessment of Water Quality Trends for the North Bosque River Through 2023English2023-10-01This report provides a summary of water quality management in the North Bosque River watershed and resulting changes in water quality through state fiscal years 2023.
GI-649Requesting a Contested Case Hearing for Water, Waste, or Air PermitsEnglish2024-10-01The purpose of this document is to provide guidance on the factors that the Commission considers when determining whether to grant a request for a contested case hearing.
RG-475/ePetroleum Storage Tank Spill and Overfill Prevention and ControlEnglish2024-10-01Guidance for owners and operators of UST systems on spill and overfill prevention and control requirements.
RG-475/nAboveground Petroleum Storage TanksEnglish2024-10-01This guidance explains the rules and procedures for aboveground storage tanks (ASTs).
AS-506Ambient Monitoring of Particulates, Including Crystalline Silica, Near APO FacilitiesEnglish2024-10-01This study evaluates air quality monitoring data near APO facilities to assess particulate matter (PM) and crystalline silica concentrations, comparing them to health-based standards to determine potential short-term and long-term health risks.
SFR-056/23Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report, 2023English2024-10-01Annual report on the quality of groundwater in Texas. Lists all active and inactive groundwater contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
GI-650Issues Outside TCEQ's Jurisdiction: Answers to Public Comments We ReceiveEnglish2024-10-01This document helps guide public commenters with concerns that fall outside TCEQ's jurisdiction to the right places so that they can be properly addressed.
GI-032Find TCEQ Rules and StatutesEnglish2024-10-01Brochure listing rule titles and how to get copies.
RG-464I Just Received a TERP Grant—Now What?;English2024-11-01A step-by-step workbook for TERP grant recipients that explains what your grant requires of them. It covers three main topics: reimbursement, disposition and use, and monitoring.
SFR-131Uranium Resources in the State of Texas – A Comprehensive ReviewEnglish2024-11-01The report, prepared for the TCEQ by Texas A&M University-Kingsville, provides a comprehensive study on the uranium deposits in Texas. The report evaluates existing and potential future sources of uranium in the state, evaluates the economic potential for utilizing these deposits to lessen the United States’ reliance on foreign sources of uranium, and provides recommendations for legislative and regulatory changes and potential economic incentives to support the state’s uranium mining industry.
GI-632/aHiring Licensed Professionals for Landscape Irrigation: Homeowners BriefEnglish2023-07-01Information for homeowners and property owners about irrigation rules in Texas and the benefits of hiring licensed landscape irrigation professionals to install, repair, and maintain sprinkler and irrigation systems.
GI-632/b Hiring Licensed Professionals for Landscape Irrigation: Property Managers Brief English2023-07-01Information for property managers and HOAs about irrigation rules in Texas and the benefits of hiring licensed landscape irrigation professionals to design, install, repair, and maintain sprinkler and irrigation systems.
GI-632/cHiring Licensed Professionals for Landscape Irrigation: Builders Brief English2023-07-01Information for builders, contractors, and construction companies about irrigation rules in Texas and the benefits of hiring licensed landscape irrigation professionals to design, install, and repair sprinkler and irrigation systems.
SFR-083/24Dry Cleaning Activities Report to the 89th Texas LegislatureEnglish2024-11-01Report includes the funds collected and deposited to the Dry Cleaning Facility Release Fund, disbursements from the fund and the purposes of those disbursements, extent of corrective action conducted, and ranking of dry cleaning sites.
SFR-132Environmental Impacts of Decommissioned Solar, Wind, and Electricity Storage SystemsEnglish2024-11-25TCEQ, in coordination with consulting agencies and stakeholders, is conducting a study of the effects of the installation, operation, removal, and disposal of solar, wind turbine, and energy storage equipment.
RG-475/dPetroleum Storage Tank Registration and Self-Certification: A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks (USTs)English2024-11-01A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks on why and how they should register and self-certify their USTs.
GI-648Emissions Banking and Trading STEERS GuidanceEnglish2024-10-01The purpose of this publication is to provide guidance to Emissions Banking and Trading (EBT) participants on how to navigate and submit program applications through the State of Texas Environmental Electronic Reporting System (STEERS). The publication includes step-by-step directions as well as images/screenshots of STEERS.
SFR-126/22Annual Enforcement Report, FY 2022English2022-11-01This publication is a statutorily required annual report of enforcement activities at the agency. The report includes statistical data for the previous fiscal year, as well as comparison data for the five years prior.
SFR-126/24Annual Enforcement Report, FY 2024English2024-11-01This publication is a statutorily required annual report of enforcement activities at the agency. The report includes statistical data for the previous fiscal year, as well as comparison data for the five years prior.
SFR-126/23Annual Enforcement Report, FY 2023English2023-11-01This publication is a statutorily required annual report of enforcement activities at the agency. The report includes statistical data for the previous fiscal year, as well as comparison data for the five years prior.
AS-505Challenger Seven Memorial Park Habitat Restoration ProjectEnglish2024-11-01This publication documents the Clear Creek Riparian Restoration project to restore 15 acres of riparian forested area along Clear Creek. In partnership with the Bayou Preservation Association, habitat in the lower Galveston Bay watershed was enhanced through invasive species removal at Challenger Seven Memorial Park in Harris County, Texas.
SFR-079/24Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Biennial Report (2023-2024) Report to the 89th Texas LegislatureEnglish2024-12-01A report to the legislature, published every two years, detailing TERP activities, revenues, and grant expenditures.
SFR-127/24 2024 Guidance for Assessing and Reporting Surface Water Quality in Texas English2024-07-01Describes how TCEQ evaluates surface water quality data to develop and produce the 2022 Integrated Report of Surface Water Quality for Clean Water Act Sections 305(b) and 303(d).
AS-229 Trophic Classification of Texas ReservoirsEnglish2024-11-13Describes how TCEQ evaluates the trophic state of major Texas reservoirs as required by Section 314 of the U.S. Clean Water Act. Ranks all reservoirs based upon their trophic state.
AS-507Coordinating Implementation of a Watershed Protection Plan for Double BayouEnglish2024-10-01This publication brings together a previously established partnership to implement stakeholder-approved measures outlined in the Double Bayou Watershed Protection Plan to address water quality issues. Office and Division: Office of Water; Water Quality Planning Division; Planning and Implementation Section
GI-639Public Meeting Compliance Review HandoutEnglish2024-11-01This information sheet is designed to explain how TCEQ verifies compliance, complaints, and investigates both.
GI-638Public Meeting General Info HandoutEnglish2024-11-01This information sheet is designed to provide information about TCEQ public meetings on permit applications for environmental permits.
GI-637/espEtapas clave para la participación pública en el proceso de tramitación de permisos de la TCEQSpanish2024-11-01Este diagrama de flujo muestra el camino general de una solicitud de permiso ambiental, así como cómo y cuándo puede participar el público.
GI-638/espQué esperar en una reunión públicaSpanish2024-11-01Esta hoja informativa está diseñada para proporcionar información sobre las reuniones públicas de TCEQ sobre solicitudes de permisos ambientales.
GI-639/espRevisión de cumplimientoSpanish2024-11-01Esta hoja informativa está diseñada para explicar cómo TCEQ verifica el cumplimiento, las quejas e investiga ambos.
GI-637Public Meeting Participation FlowchartEnglish2024-11-01This flowchart shows the general path of an environmental permit application, as well as how and when the public can participate.
SFR-047/24 Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 89th Legislature English2025-01-01Committee’s report describing its activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection.
AS-508Sylvan Rodriguez Park Habitat Restoration Project Final ReportEnglish2024-12-01The objective of this project was the restoration of a 23-acre section of forested and riparian buffer habitat within Sylvan Rodriguez Park. The restoration project included the removal of invasive woody species, the establishment of 1,407 native trees and shrubs, and the installation of six interpretive educational signs and a 450-foot boardwalk.
PG-001Guidance for Partners in the Texas Clean Rivers Program FY2024-2025English2024-03-01Learn about Clean Rivers project administration, quality assurance, water quality monitoring, data management, data analysis and reporting, stakeholder participation and public outreach, and special projects.
RG-647Municipal Solid Waste Annual Operational Status Report for Notifications of Intent – Online Form InstructionsEnglish2024-12-01This publication provides instructions for municipal solid waste facilities authorized by a Notification of Intent (NOI) to submit the required annual operational status report to TCEQ. 
GI-446Recycle-Reuse-RENEWEnglish2020-03-01Discusses the Resource Exchange Network for Eliminating Waste, a free materials-exchange network promoting the reuse and recycling of industrial wastes.
AS-502Technical Support Document for Five Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Mustang, Persimmon and New Bayou WatershedsEnglish2024-12-01An analysis of sources and loading of E. coli in Mustang, Persimmon, and New Bayou watersheds to support development of five total maximum daily load(s).
AS-488Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily load for Indicator Bacteria in Winters BayouEnglish2024-03-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (1003A_01) in Winters Bayou (Segment 1003A), located in Walker County and San Jacinto County.
AS-468Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Sandy Creek and Wolf CreekEnglish2023-06-01Steps that watershed stakeholders will take to achieve pollutant reductions identified in the total maximum daily loads for bacteria in Sandy Creek and Wolf Creek in Jasper and Tyler counties in the Neches River Basin.
AS-470Implementation Plan for Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Tributaries of the Neches River below Lake PalestineEnglish2022-08-01This publication describes the implementation plan for tributaries of the Neches River below Lake Palestine where stakeholders will take steps to reduce pollutants identified in the total maximum daily loads for bacteria. The watershed is in Angelina County and includes parts of Lufkin and Hudson.
GI-472/espRefinerías de petróleo y los nuevos requisitos federales de monitoreo perimetralSpanish2020-05-01Esta publicación de información general explica por qué hay nuevos requisitos para monitorear las emisiones en los perímetros de las refinerías de petróleo y qué implican algunos de esos requisitos.
GI-623Implementation of the Expedited Permitting ProgramEnglish2025-01-01Procedures for applying for air permits under the Expedited Permitting Program
PG-001/2627Guidance for Partners in the Texas Clean Rivers Program FY2026-2027 English2024-12-01Learn about Clean Rivers project administration, quality assurance, water quality monitoring, data management, data analysis and reporting, stakeholder participation and public outreach, and special projects.
AS-510Townwood Park Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Final ReportEnglish2025-01-01 This publication highlights the installation of a bioretention stormwater feature at Townwood Park in southwest Houston. The feature helps improve stormwater quality in the watershed and provides community education through educational signage at the site.
RG-475/a-espCompra o venta de propiedades con tanques de almacenamiento de petróleoSpanish2023-12-01Una guía para propietarios y operadores de sistemas de tanques de almacenamiento de petróleo en la que se explican normas y procedimientos para la compra o venta de propiedades con tanques de almacenamiento de petróleo.
RG-409A Guide to Pollution Prevention PlanningEnglish2024-07-01Details the steps in the pollution prevention planning process for facilities that must comply under the Waste Reduction Policy Act--small and large quantity generators and those who report on the Toxics Release Inventory Form R.
RG-475/fProtecting Underground Storage Tanks Against Corrosion: A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanksEnglish2025-01-01A guide for owners and operators on protecting their USTs from corrosion and the requirements for their corrosion protection systems.
SFR-053/24Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts: Report to the 89th LegislatureEnglish2025-01-01Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of Priority Groundwater Management Areas (PGMAs) and the creation and operation of Groundwater Conservation Districts (GCDs).
SFR-055/23Annual Report on Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2023English2024-01-01A compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for the TCEQ.
AS-492Technical Support Document for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Willow Bayou and Halls Bayou Tidal WatershedsEnglish2025-01-01A scientific report used to develop two total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in two assessment units. One (AU 2432B_01) in Willow Bayou (Segment 2432B) and the other (AU 2432C_01) in Halls Bayou (Segment 2432C), both located in Galveston and Brazoria counties.
AS-496Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Poenisch Park English2025-01-01A report used to document the development of a total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria at Poenisch Park, a recreational beach located in Nueces County along Corpus Christi Bay.
RG-648Texas Risk Reduction Program Guidance on Polychlorinated Dioxins/Furans and Dioxin-Like Polychlorinated Biphenyls English2025-02-01This guidance document provides information on the process to develop and demonstrate attainment of the critical human health protective concentration levels (PCLs) for polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and dibenzofurans (dioxins/furans) and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) as required by Texas Risk Reduction Program.
SFR-099/24Program Report on Texas Recycles Computers and Texas Recycles TelevisionsEnglish2025-03-01Report to the Texas Legislature on the progress of the Texas Computer Equipment Recycling Program.
RG-475/jGasoline Stage I and II Vapor Recovery: A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanksEnglish2025-02-01A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks on two control strategies under the Texas SIP for capturing fuel vapors during delivery to tanks and fueling of vehicles.
RG-649Determining Which Releases Are Subject to TRRPEnglish2025-03-01This document describes a process to help clarify when a release of chemicals of concern reported to the TCEQ Remediation Division is subject to the Texas Risk Reduction Program rule per 30 TAC Chapter 350.
GI-643PWS Assistance Options HandoutEnglish2024-09-01A brief explanation of TCEQ programs and other state agencies or entities that maintain financial, technical, or managerial assistance programs for public water systems.
SFR-066/24Nonpoint Source Pollution Management in Texas: 2024 Annual ReportEnglish2025-01-01An annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. It highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public.
AS-351Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Total Dissolved Solids and Chlorides in Clear Creek above TidalEnglish2005-08-10A scientific report detailing the development of two total maximum daily loads for dissolved solids and chlorides in Clear Creek above Tidal. These TMDLs are used to determine allowable loadings in new or amended permits for discharges of total dissolved solids and chloride in wastewater into the watershed.
GI-351Preserving and Improving Water Quality: Programs of the TCEQ for Managing the Quality of Surface WatersEnglish2025-01-01An overview of the standards and criteria the TCEQ uses to define and evaluate the quality of surface waters in Texas, and the programs and practices the state employs to protect and restore water quality.
M-082River and Sky's Lone Star Activity BookEnglish2022-12-01Activity and coloring book for students in grades K-5. Dog mascots River and Sky help kids learn ways to care for the Texas environment.
GI-415/espRepuestas a algunas preguntas ardientes (Answers to Some Burning Questions)Spanish2025-04-01Esta publicacin intenta proveer informacion general para ayudar a la gente en Texas enterarse de las reglas basicas y las recomendaciones que hay sobre el quemar al aire libre en un entorno residencial.
GI-415Answers to Some Burning QuestionsEnglish2025-04-01This publication is intended to provide general information to help people in Texas learn the basic rules and recommendations for outdoor burning in a residential setting.
GI-351/aPreserving and Improving Water Quality BrochureEnglish2024-12-01A brochure based on publication GI-351, Preserving and Improving Water Quality.
AS-511Lead Isotopes and Heavy Metal Concentrations in Galveston Bay Waters, Sediments, and OystersEnglish2025-05-01This study investigates heavy metal cycling in Galveston Bay sediments and oysters and the results offer a detailed assessment of Galveston Bay heavy metal geochemistry and provide new insight into heavy metal sources, fluxes, and toxicity in this anthropogenic estuary. Additionally, this study offers the first lead isotope dataset for Galveston Bay and serves as a testbed for future work in this region.
RG-518/aManaging Debris from Declared Disasters: Temporary Sites for Effective RecoveryEnglish2025-05-01Guidance for Temporary Debris Management Site (TDMS) applications, including when to use one, how to apply, and where it can be placed.
RG-475/oTraining for Underground Storage Tank OperatorsEnglish2025-04-01A guide explaining the requirements for Class A, B, and C operators of undergrounds storage tanks.
RG-475/iFinancial Assurance for Petroleum Storage Tanks: A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanksEnglish2025-02-01A guide for owners and operators of underground storage tanks on how they can demonstrate their ability to pay for a cleanup of a leak or release.
RG-475/kWho Regulates Petroleum Storage Tanks?English2025-04-01A guide for owners and operators of PSTs on the different agencies with regulations over PSTs.
RG-209Complying with the Pollution Prevention Planning LawEnglish2025-05-01Gives the basics on pollution prevention planning requirements for facilities that must comply under the Waste Reduction Policy Act--small and large quantity generators and those who report on the Toxics Release Inventory Form R.
RG-654Air Curtain Incinerator Permitting GuidanceEnglish2025-05-01The purpose of this publication is to provide applicant guidance related to Air Curtain Incinerator permitting; specifically, the possibility of two separate air permits being required to operate an Air Curtain Incinerator (ACI) in the State of Texas (PBR 106.496 and a Federal Operating Permit).
SFR-056/24Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report, 2024English2025-05-01Annual report on the groundwater monitoring programs in Texas. Lists all active and inactive groundwater contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
GI-651STEERS Electronic Core Data Form User GuideEnglish2025-06-01GI-651 serves as a guidance document for users submitting select changes to core data through STEERS using the e‑CDF.
RG-502Clean Water Certification ProgramEnglish2025-01-01About self-certification for owners of boats with marine sanitation devices and owners of pump-out stations.
GI-652TCEQ Flood Resources English2025-07-11TCEQ's Small Business and Local Government Assistance section offers free, confidential help to small businesses and local governments working to follow state environmental regulations
AS-495Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Big CreekEnglish2025-02-01This plan describes the steps that watershed stakeholders and other responsible parties will take toward reducing pollutants identified in the total maximum daily load for bacteria in Big Creek. It also outlines the schedule for implementation activities.
AS-493Implementation Plan for Two TMDLs for Indicator Bacteria in the Oyster Creek WatershedEnglish2025-02-01This plan describes the steps that watershed stakeholders and other responsible parties will take toward achieving pollutant reductions identified in the total maximum daily load for bacteria in the Oyster Creek Watershed, and outlines the schedule for implementation activities.
AS-497Implementation Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Cotton BayouEnglish2025-05-01A plan that describes the steps that watershed stakeholders will take toward achieving pollutant reduction identified in the total maximum daily load for bacteria in Cotton Bayou, and outlines the schedules for implementation activities.
GI-653Flood Fact Sheet: Surface Water Quality ConcernsEnglish2025-07-01A fact sheet to let people know the effects of Texan floods on surface water quality.
RG-475/lTemporarily Removing Petroleum Storage Tanks from ServiceEnglish2025-07-01A guide for owners and operators on the procedures and requirements to temporarily remove USTs from service.
AS-509One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Poenisch ParkEnglish2025-08-01This TMDL addresses elevated levels of indicator bacteria found at the recreational beach, Poenisch Park (AU 2481CB_06), along Corpus Christi Bay. This TMDL will be included in the Corpus Christi Regional I-Plan.
AS-504Implementation Plan for Seven Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Corpus Christi Region English2025-08-01A plan created to address the pollutant reduction identified in the total maximum daily load study completed for the Corpus Christi Region. This implementation plan describes the steps that the watershed stakeholders will take toward achieving the pollutant load reduction and outline the schedules for implementation activities.
RG-022Guidelines for the Classification and Coding of Industrial and Hazardous WasteEnglish2025-08-01Assists generators of industrial and hazardous waste in meeting the requirements of self-waste classification.
RG-543/espCuaderno de cumplimiento para tanques de almacenamiento subterráneoSpanish2022-04-01Este cuaderno de cumplimiento está diseñado para ayudar a los propietarios y operadores de tanques de almacenamiento subterráneo (UST, por sus siglas en inglés) a tener su documentación de cumplimiento organizada a fin de acortar el tiempo de una investigación. Esta guía aborda los requisitos para la conservación de registros y ofrece ejemplos de los documentos que hay que guardar.
AS-430Technical Support Document for One Addendum Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Armand BayouEnglish2018-08-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of one total maximum daily load for bacteria in Armand Bayou (Segment 1113).
AS-429Technical Support Document: Bacteria Total Maximum Daily Loads for the Armand Bayou Watershed, Houston, Texas (1113_02, 1113A_01, 1113B_01, 1113C_01, 1113D_01 AND 1113E_01)English2018-08-01A scientific analysis and report to support development of six total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in Armand Bayou.
AS-512Characterizing Polychlorinated Biphenyls and Dioxins in the Houston Ship Channel and Galveston Bay Post Hurricane HarveyEnglish2025-07-01This study evaluates fish and crab tissue and sediment samples to quantify the levels of polychlorinated biphenyls and dioxin post Hurricane Harvey in the Houston Ship Channel and Galveston Bay system. This study leverages previous efforts by the Galveston Bay Foundation, which evaluated dioxin and polychlorinated biphenyls within a five mile radius of the San Jacinto River Waste Pits, by extending beyond this radius.
RG-597Fact Sheet: Updated Permit by Rule 30 Texas Administrative Code Section 106.533 RemediationEnglish2025-07-01Fact Sheet for Updated Permit by Rule 30 TAC Section 106.533. Remediation includes information for administrative and technical requirements. (APDG 6235)
GI-619Air Curtain Incinerators Air Permits by Rule (PBR) Fact SheetEnglish2025-07-01Requirements and details for authorizing ACIs under PBR 106.496.
SFR-118/20Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Audit PlanEnglish2020-09-01The Chief Auditor’s Office (CAO) provide their vision for audit activities at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
SFR-118/21Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Risk Assessment and Audit PlanEnglish2021-08-15The Chief Auditor’s Office (CAO) provide their vision for audit activities at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
SFR-118/22Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Risk Assessment and Audit PlanEnglish2022-08-01The Chief Auditor’s Office (CAO) provide their vision for audit activities at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
SFR-118/25Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Risk Assessment and Audit Plan English2025-08-01The Chief Auditor’s Office (CAO) provide their vision for audit activities at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
SFR-118/23Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Risk Assessment and Audit PlanEnglish2023-08-01The Chief Auditor’s Office (CAO) provide their vision for audit activities at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
SFR-082/18Chief Auditor's Office Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2018English2018-10-01The internal audit annual report for fiscal year 2018, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009.
SFR-082/17Chief Auditor's Office Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2017English2017-10-01The internal audit annual report for fiscal year 2017, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009.
SFR-082/20Chief Auditor’s Office Annual Report Fiscal Year 2020English2020-10-01The internal audit annual report for fiscal year 2020, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009.
SFR-082/23Chief Auditor's Office Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2023English2023-09-01As required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009, this proposal is the result of a risk assessment process through which the CAO reviewed risks related to internal agency processes, agency expenditures and revenue, and agency information technology. This document presents our proposed audit and advisory service project areas for FY 2026 and outlines our risk assessment methodology.
SFR-082/24Chief Auditor's Office Annuat Report, Fiscal Year 2024English2024-09-01As required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009, this proposal is the result of a risk assessment process through which the CAO reviewed risks related to internal agency processes, agency expenditures and revenue, and agency information technology. This document presents our proposed audit and advisory service project areas for FY 2026 and outlines our risk assessment methodology.
SFR-082/25Chief Auditor's Office Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2025English2025-08-01As required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009, this proposal is the result of a risk assessment process through which the CAO reviewed risks related to internal agency processes, agency expenditures and revenue, and agency information technology. This document presents our proposed audit and advisory service project areas for FY 2026 and outlines our risk assessment methodology.
SFR-082/22Chief Auditor’s Office Annual Report Fiscal Year 2022English2022-09-01The internal audit annual report for fiscal year 2022, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009.
SFR-082/21Chief Auditor's Office Annual Report Fiscal Year 2021English2021-09-02The internal audit annual report for fiscal year 2021, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 2102.009.
SFR-118/24Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Risk Assessment and Audit PlanEnglish2024-08-01The Chief Auditor’s Office (CAO) provide their vision for audit activities at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
AS-513Highland Bayou Coastal Basin Watershed Protection PlanEnglish2025-08-01This watershed protection plan (WPP) includes several coastal watersheds within Galveston County. The WPP is a stakeholder led project facilitated by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to restore water quality and repair watershed health within the project area.
AS-503Five Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Mustang, Persimmon, and New Bayou WatershedsEnglish2025-08-06This report describes a total maximum daily load for five assessment units in Mustang Bayou, Persimmon Bayou, and New Bayou, where the concentration of indicator bacteria exceeds the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use.
AS-222Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Tributaries of the Neches River below Lake PalestineEnglish2022-10-01This report describes total maximum daily loads for four assessment units in tributaries to the Neches River Below Lake Palestine, Segment 0604, in the Neches River Basin, where concentrations of indicator bacteria exceed the criterion used to determine attainment of the primary contact recreation 1 use. The tributary watersheds are entirely in Angelina County and include portions of the cities of Lufkin and Hudson.
AS-466Four Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Neches River TidalEnglish2023-07-01This publication describes total maximum daily loads for four assessment units (0601_01, 02, 03, and 04) of the Neches River Tidal, Segment 0601. This watershed is along the East Texas Gulf Coast. The stream flows about 28 miles along the Jefferson and Orange county line into Sabine Lake.
AS-476One Total Maximum Daily Load for Indicator Bacteria in Cotton Bayou Tidal Assessment Unit 0801C_01English2024-05-22A report on development of a total maximum daily load for Cotton Bayou tidal. This TMDL will determine allowable loadings of indicator bacteria into the watershed for new or amended discharge permits
AS-498Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in the Halls Bayou Tidal and Willow Bayou WatershedsEnglish2025-05-01A report used to document the development of two total maximum daily loads for indicator bacteria in the Halls Bayou Tidal and Willow Bayou watersheds.
AS-204/23Status Report: Implementing TMDLs to Improve Water Quality in the North Bosque River, FY2023English2024-08-01AS-204/23 is an annual progress report of environmental improvement due to activities of watershed stakeholders, TCEQ, and TSSWCB in implementing total maximum daily loads to reduce phosphorus and excessive algal growth in the North and Upper North Bosque rivers, Segments 1226 and 1255.
GI-450Environmental Health Update from the TCEQEnglish2025-09-01Statewide and regional environmental updates on air quality, drinking water quality, lead levels, cancer incidence, and asthma hospitalization rates.
AS-216/24Assessment of Water Quality Trends for the North Bosque River Through 2024English2025-09-01This report provides a summary of water quality management in the North Bosque River watershed and resulting changes in water quality through state fiscal year 2024.
AS-187/24Municipal Solid Waste in Texas: A Year in Review: 2023 Data Summary and AnalysisEnglish2024-09-01Analyzes data submitted by municipal solid waste facilities each fiscal year to determine trends in the amounts and types of waste disposed of in Texas.
GI-654Emissions Banking and Trading Credit and Allowance Registry GuidanceEnglish2025-08-01The purpose of this publication is to provide guidance in the use of the Emissions Banking and Trading (EBT) Credit and Allowance Registry. This includes information such as EBT staff contacts, helpful links, and step-by step instruction on using the Credit and Allowance Registry.
SFR-066/20Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution in Texas: 2020 Annual ReportEnglish2021-01-02Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public.
M-070Area, Region, and Watermaster OfficesEnglish2025-07-15Listing of staff in TCEQ's regional offices (formerly GI-002)
AS-204/24Status Report: Implementing TMDLs to Improve Water Quality in the North Bosque River, FY2024English2025-10-01AS-204/24 is an annual progress report of environmental improvement due to activities of watershed stakeholders, TCEQ, and TSSWCB in implementing total maximum daily loads to reduce phosphorus and excessive algal growth in the North and Upper North Bosque rivers, Segments 1226 and 1255.
AS-477Two Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Chocolate BayouEnglish2024-07-01A report on development of a total maximum daily load for Chocolate Bayou. This TMDL will determine allowable loadings of indicator bacteria into the watershed for new or amended discharge permits.
SFR-099/18Program Report on Texas Recycles Computers and Texas Recycles TelevisionsEnglish2019-02-01Report to the Texas Legislature on the progress of the Texas Computer Equipment Recycling Program.
SFR-099/19Program Report on Texas Recycles Computers and Texas Recycles TelevisionsEnglish2020-03-01Report to the Texas Legislature on the progress of the Texas Computer Equipment Recycling Program.
SFR-099/20Program Report on Texas Recycles Computers and Texas Recycles TelevisionsEnglish2021-03-01Report to the Texas Legislature on the progress of the Texas Computer Equipment Recycling Program.
RG-049Outdoor Burning in TexasEnglish2025-10-01Helps to explain the revised Outdoor Burning Rule, 30 TAC 111.201-221, for the general public, the regulated community, and responsible state and local officials.
RG-658Exiting Post-Closure Care for a Municipal Solid Waste LandfillEnglish2025-10-22Guidance about how to assess conditions at a municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill facility in Texas that has reached the end of its post-closure care (PCC) period.
GI-026Field Guide to Water EducationEnglish2015-10-01A guide for use by instructors with students of all ages that includes an introduction to the water cycle, aquatic life, and water pollution, as well as lesson plans and handouts.
GI-034A Guide to Freshwater EcologyEnglish2009-05-01Manual to familiarize individuals with the freshwater environment.
GI-280Get Money to Upgrade or Replace Your Truck or Equipment - And Clear the Air/Obtenga Dinero Para Mejorar O Reemplazar Su Camión O Maquinaria - Y Limpie El Aire!English/spanish2007-11-01Announces to citizens and businesses new financial incentives for buying low-emission vehicles./Anuncia a individuos y negocios nuevos incentivos economicos para comprar vehiculos de bajas emisiones.
GI-354Finding Rules and Rulemaking Information on the TCEQ Web SiteEnglish2007-04-01Information on accessing TCEQ rules and rulemaking procedures on the web.
GI-442TCEQ Toxicity Factors and Human Health: Answers to Common QuestionsEnglish2015-04-01Answers to questions the public may have about toxicology at the TCEQ.
M-049Landscape Irrigation Permanent StickerEnglish2011-06-01Sticker showing holder is part of the TCEQ landscape irrigation program.
M-071When Less = More: Energy Conservation TipsEnglish2020-08-01Environmental tips for conserving energy. (formerly GI-388)
RG-011Rules Protecting the Edwards Aquifer Recharge and Transition ZonesEnglish2008-04-01Guidance on restrictions relating to construction on the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bexar, Medina, Uvalde, and Kinney counties.
RG-344/espLa TCEQ Inspeccionó Su Negocio. ¿Qué representa esto para usted?(The TCEQ Has Inspected Your Business. What Does This Mean to You?)Spanish2014-11-01Resumen del proceso de inspección, cubre los derechos y responsabilidades básicos involucrados.
RG-348Complying with the Edwards Aquifer Rules: Technical Guidance on Best Management PracticesEnglish2005-07-01Guidance on the rules that apply specifically to the Edwards Aquifer. NOTE: An errata and addendum to this publication appear at the back of the PDF file.
RG-348/aOptional Enhanced Measures for the Protection of Water Quality in the Edwards Aquifer - An Appendix to RG-348English2007-09-01Appendix A to RG-348. Step-by-step guide to activities affected by the Edwards Aquifer rules in eight counties: Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bexar, Medina, Uvalde, and Kinney. Includes forms.
RG-348/bOptional Enhanced Measures for the Protection of Water Quality in the Edwards Aquifer and Related Karst Features that May Be Habitat for Karst Dwelling Invertebrates - An Appendix to RG-348English2007-09-01Appendix B to RG-348. Describes best management practices with focus on protecting habitat for karst-dwelling invertebrates.
SFR-128/24Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Annual ReportEnglish2024-12-08Describes projects awarded through the TERP programs from Sept. 1, 2023, through Aug. 31, 2024. Includes the total number of projects awarded, total projected NOX emissions reductions, and cost-effectiveness of the programs.
RG-360/242024 Emissions Inventory Guidelines (For January - December 2024 Emissions)English2025-01-01This is a guide to the emissions inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to the TCEQ.
SFR-126/25Annual Enforcement Report, FY 2025English2025-11-01This publication is a statutorily required annual report of enforcement activities at the agency. The report includes statistical data for the previous fiscal year, as well as comparison data for the five years prior.
M-079Water Recycles PosterEnglish0-00-01Pub Number Assignment 12/11/20
M-083How to Take Care of Texas Poster English0-00-01
M-113The Landfill PosterEnglish0-00-01
RG-660Reporting and Financial Assurance Requirements for Renewables Energy Component Recycling FacilitiesEnglish2025-12-01This document outlines reporting requirements for facilities that recycle components of renewable-energy systems, such as wind turbines, solar devices, and battery-energy-storage systems
AS-516/19Conservation Assistance Program 2019 Annual ReportEnglish2025-11-01This project allows the Galveston Bay Foundation to provide technical, planning, programmatic, and grant-writing assistance to TCEQ and its partners in conserving important coastal wetlands and associated habitats. Additionally, it allowed the performing party to facilitate regional coordination of coastal habitat conservation efforts among local governments, state and federal resource agencies, and conservation nonprofit organizations.
AS-187/24-espInforme anual sobre desechos sólidos urbanos en TexasSpanish2024-09-01Resumen y análisis de datos 2023
GI-043/espDistritos de Agua de Texas: Una Guia GeneralSpanish2021-05-01Información útil para cualquier persona que resida o sea propietario do una propiedad en un distrito de servicios públicos municipales (municipcal utility districts, MUDs), los distritos de control y mejora de agua (water control improvement districts, WCIDs), los distritos de servicios públicos especiales (special utility districts, SUDs), u otro tipo de distrito de agua en Texas.
M-071/espCuando Menos = Mas: Consejos para Conservar EnergiaSpanish2020-08-01Consejos ambientales para conservar energía.
M-082/espCuida a Texas, Libro de actividades Estrella SolitariaSpanish2021-04-01Libro de actividades y para colorear en español, para alumnos de grados K a 5. Los perros mascotas Río y Cielo ayudan a los niños a aprender maneras de cuidar el medio ambiente de Texas.
AS-481Final Report of the Texas Estuarine Resource Network ProgramEnglish2023-10-01This publication outlines the implementation of Audubon Texas’ Texas Estuarine Resource Network program with the Harris County Department of Education. This project engaged students in bird identification, scientific monitoring, and the importance of the Galveston Bay watershed and estuary to the region.
AS-3662021 River, Lakes, Bays 'N Bayous Trash BashEnglish2021-07-01Final report of a cleanup project funded by the Galveston Bay Estuary Program. Trash Bash ® promotes environmental stewardship and is Texas’ largest, single-day, volunteer waterway cleanup event. The event is supported by public-private partnerships.
AS-483Final Report on the Effect of Erosion Control Structures on Populations of Shoreline Marsh Species English2024-05-01This publication examines whether the presence or absence of erosion control structures—commonly called breakwaters—influence species populations in shoreline marsh areas of Galveston Bay. For this project surveys of nekton and zooplankton were analyzed along shoreline areas of Galveston Bay, with and without erosion control structures.
AS-192Source Characterization of Dioxin Loads in the Houston Ship Channel and Upper Galveston BayEnglish2020-11-20The final project report of a project to assess dioxin contamination in the Houston Ship Channel and Galveston Bay by the TCEQ’s Total Maximum Daily Load Program.
M-112The Watershed DivideEnglish/spanish2023-12-01This poster introduces the Watershed Divide to your classroom and explores how the watershed is used throughout our daily lives. This poster highlights the different areas of a watershed and shows how, like the water cycle, everything is connected. Get this quick and make sure to check out the Watershed Handout that goes along with the poster that has accompanying activities.
M-119Anatomy of a Compost Pile/Anatomía De Una Pila De CompostajeEnglish/spanish2025-10-01Reduce waste by creating your own backyard compost! Learn how to turn your food and yard waste into a nutrient-rich fertilizer for your garden.
RG-360/252025 Emissions Inventory Guidelines (For January - December 2025 Emissions)English2026-01-01This is a guide to the emissions inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to the TCEQ.
GI-385Charting the Course to 2015: Galveston Bay Strategic Action PlanEnglish2009-04-01Followup to the Galveston Bay Plan evaluating progress toward goals with a view to 2015.
GI-170Recycle Your Used Oil and Oil Filters/Recicle su Aceite Usado y FiltrosEnglish/spanish2026-01-01Poster that informs people it is illegal to improperly dispose of used oil and used oil filters in Texas./ Cartel que informa a la gente que en Texas es prohibido deshacerse indebidamente de aceite usado y de filtros de aceite usados.
GI-418Disposing of Syringes from Households: Do's and Don'ts/Cómo desechar jeringas en su hogar: Lo que debe y no debe hacerseEnglish/spanish2026-01-01Intended for people who have to do self-injection for medical reasons, this publication provides basic information regarding the safe disposal of the needles after use./ Elaborada para personas que tienen que auto-inyectarse por razones médicas, esta publicación proporciona información básica acerca de la disposición segura de agujas después de ser usadas.
RG-540Compliance Notebook for Water HaulersEnglish2026-01-01Recordkeeping tool to help drinking water haulers gather and organize records needed during inspections.
RG-478Establishing and Managing an Effective Cross-Connection Control ProgramEnglish2026-02-01Implementation and management of cross-connection control programs. Intended for personnel of public water systems and the public.
RG-662Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property -- STEERS instructionsEnglish2026-02-01This document contains guidelines to assist those applying for a use determination under the Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property program using STEERS.
RG-461Property Tax Exemption for Pollution Control PropertyEnglish2026-02-01These guidelines are intended for those seeking a property tax exemption for capital expenditures for pollution control property—meaning a facility, device, or method for the control of air, water, or land pollution.
RG-118Facility FeeEnglish2026-02-01Answers questions related to an annual facility fee assessed for each facility that either holds a Class 1 industrial solid waste or hazardous waste permit or operates a Class 1 industrial solid waste or hazardous waste management unit subject to permit authorization.
RG-373Approval of Training for Occupational LicensingEnglish2025-10-01Describes the process for obtaining TCEQ approval of initial and continuing education training for professionals who do work that affects environmental quality and public health. Includes application, instructions, and checklists.
AS-516/20Conservation Assistance Program 2020 Annual ReportEnglish2026-01-01This project allows the Galveston Bay Foundation to provide technical, planning, programmatic, and grant-writing assistance to TCEQ and its partners in conserving important coastal wetlands and associated habitats. Additionally, it allowed the performing party to facilitate regional coordination of coastal habitat conservation efforts among local governments, state and federal resource agencies, and conservation nonprofit organizations.
AS-515Technical Support Document for One Total Maximum Daily load for Indicator Bacteria in Cotton Bayou Above TidalEnglish2026-03-01A scientific report used to develop one total maximum daily load to reduce indicator bacteria in one assessment unit (0801E_01) in Cotton Bayou Above Tidal (Segment 0801E), located in Chambers County.
GI-645Quality Management PlanEnglish2026-02-01This Quality Management Plan (QMP) documents and describes the organizational arrangements, processes, procedures, and requirements of the Quality Assurance (QA) program for Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
RG-622Calculating Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Flash Emissions from Crude Oil and Condensate Tanks at Oil and Gas Production SitesEnglish2025-09-01The purpose of this publication is to provide guidance on evaluating flash emissions and the methodologies used to estimate those emissions. This document will provide instruction on calculating breathing losses, working losses and flashing losses simultaneously. This publication will replace the previous version APDG 5942 posted 05/2012.
RG-655Emissions Representations for Produced WaterEnglish2025-09-01The purpose of this document is to establish the procedures for evaluation of emissions from produced water sources at oil and gas producing facilities and sites. This document contains a summary of calculation guidance followed by a detailed explanation of our current evaluation methods. This guidance has been established based on the characteristics of produced water which is included below. This publication will replace the previous version posted 05/2012.
RG-656Representative Analysis CriteriaEnglish2025-09-01The purpose of this document is to establish criteria for estimating emissions from oil and gas production and processing sites taking into consideration of the impractical nature of requesting site-specific samples for pre-construction authorizations and for existing sites, the capacity for the analytical labs to process all the samples needed within short time frames. This publication will replace the previous version posted 02/2012.
RG-657Tank Truck Loading of Petroleum LiquidsEnglish2025-09-01The purpose of this document is to establish criteria for calculating evaporation loss related to the transportation and marketing of petroleum liquids. This document will address three categories of tank truck loading operations: A) atmospheric trucks, B) pressure trucks, and C) pressure trucks used in atmospheric service. This publication will replace the previous version APDG 6217 posted 11/2013.
SFR-128/25Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Annual ReportEnglish2025-12-01Describes projects awarded through the TERP programs from Sept. 1, 2024, through Aug. 31, 2025. Includes the total number of projects awarded, total projected NOX emissions reductions, and cost-effectiveness of the programs.
SFR-068/22Texas Nonpoint Source Management Program 2022English2022-01-01Produced jointly with the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board, this report outlines the state's progress in and strategies for managing nonpoint source pollution.
SFR-099/25Program Report on Texas Recycles Computers and Texas Recycles TelevisionsEnglish2026-03-01Report to the Texas Legislature on the progress of the Texas Computer Equipment Recycling Program.
SFR-55/25Annual Report on Performance Measures: Fiscal Year 2025English2026-01-01compilation of data reported during all quarters in the fiscal year for all Key and Non-Key Outcome, Output, Efficiency, and Explanatory Performance Measures for TCEQ
SFR-066/25Nonpoint Source Pollution Management in Texas: 2025 Annual ReportEnglish2026-01-01An annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. It highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public.
AS-205Technical Support Document for Total Maximum Daily Loads for Indicator Bacteria in Tributaries of the Neches River below Lake PalestineEnglish2021-11-16An analysis and report of scientific information required to develop total maximum daily loads to reduce indicator bacteria in portions of Segments 0604A (Cedar Creek), 0604B (Hurricane Creek), 0604C (Jack Creek), and 0604M (Biloxi Creek), all tributaries of the Neches River below Lake Palestine within the Neches River Basin. The study watershed includes portions of Angelina County and the City of Lufkin.
SFR-130/26Report on Environmental Flow StandardsEnglish2026-01-01This report describes the previous biennium’s progress in implementing environmental flow standards. It includes the status of efforts to set aside unappropriated water for environmental flow protection and activities by Texas Parks and Wildlife and Texas Water Development Board.
RG-501Managing Small Public Water Systems: IntroductionEnglish2026-03-01This publication serves as an introduction to a five-part series helping owners, managers, or operators of small water utilities understand and comply with rules and develop tools for planning and operation. It discusses other modules, resources, and information on ordering materials.
RG-659Determining Connections and Populations Served for Public Water SystemsEnglish2025-10-01This guidance is intended to clarify practical application of “connections” and “population served” (i.e., people served) as they pertain to public water systems (PWSs) to ensure uniform determination.
RG-638Fire Flow: Safety Standards for Public Utilities and CitiesEnglish2023-05-01This document describes the requirements for water systems in certain municipalities to provide water flow and pressure for emergency fire suppression, and for the installation of fire hydrants.
RG-634Direct Potable Reuse for Public Water SystemsEnglish2022-11-01This guidance manual explains how direct potable reuse is regulated in Texas and what is required for a public water system to receive approval for a DPR project.
RG-560Blending Chloraminated and Chlorinated WaterEnglish2023-05-15This guidance helps public water systems and their representatives submit an exception to blend chloraminated and chlorinated waters. Blending scenarios covered include isolating areas with different disinfectants; and blending in distribution, in a storage tank, and during emergencies.
AS-516/21Conservation Assistance Program 2021 Annual ReportEnglish2026-04-01This project allows the Galveston Bay Foundation to provide technical, planning, programmatic, and grant-writing assistance to TCEQ and its partners in conserving important coastal wetlands and associated habitats. Additionally, it allowed the performing party to facilitate regional coordination of coastal habitat conservation efforts among local governments, state and federal resource agencies, and conservation nonprofit organizations.
AS-465/242024 State of Texas Water Quality Inventory Groundwater AssessmentEnglish2024-06-30An assessment of the quality of Texas groundwater as required by EPA as an element of the state’s 2024 Integrated Report of Water Quality for Clean Water Act Sections 305(b) and 303(d).
AS-465/262026 State of Texas Water Quality Inventory Groundwater AssessmentEnglish2026-05-01An assessment of the quality of Texas groundwater as required by EPA as an element of the state’s 2026 Integrated Report of Water Quality for Clean Water Act Sections 305(b) and 303(d).
RG-501/eManaging Small Public Water Systems: ResourcesEnglish2026-06-01Module E of five-part series helping owners, managers, or operators of small water utilities understand and comply with rules and develop tools to for planning and operation. Training, assistance, and resources.
RG-653Guidelines for the Aboveground Storage Vessel Safety ProgramEnglish2026-04-01This document is a technical guidance designed for owners and operators of aboveground storage vessels covered by 30 TAC Chapter 338.
GI-655TCEQ Core Data StandardsEnglish2026-05-01The TCEQ Data Standards provide criteria for agency programs to use when entering data into all agency legacy systems. These standards make it easier for the legacy systems to be tied together for use in Central Registry, promote consistency across program areas, and aid in ending data silos.
SFR-035/27TCEQ Strategic Plan, Fiscal Years 2027-2031English2026-06-01A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning and Policy and the Legislative Budget Board, which assesses TCEQ activities and plans for goals, objectives.
AS-187/25-espInforme anual sobre desechos sólidos urbanos en TexasSpanish2025-09-01Resumen y análisis de datos 2024.
GI-290Let's Tackle the Grease in This Kitchen!English2026-06-01Poster (11 x 14.25 inches, in English and Spanish) that illustrates the dos and don'ts of handling grease in any kitchen and points out ways to prevent grease from blocking sewer lines.
GI-290/esp¡Ataquemos a la Grasa en Esta Cocina!(Let's Tackle the Grease in This Kitchen!)Spanish2026-06-01El cartel (11 x 14.25 pulgadas, en ingles y espanol) que demuestra lo que se puede y lo que no se puede hacer para manejar la grasa en cualquier cocina e indica maneras de prevenir que la grasa bloquee las lineas del alcantarillado.
SFR-056/25Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report, 2025English2026-06-01Annual report on the groundwater monitoring programs in Texas. Lists all active and inactive groundwater contamination cases in the state and their enforcement status.
RG-434Environmental Rules for Car WashesEnglish2026-06-01Guide to assist small business owners and local governments understand the environmental rules for car washes and simlar activities.
PG-004Quality Assurance Project Plan for Continuous Water Quality Monitoring Network ProgramEnglish2026-04-01Details how TCEQ organizes, plans, implements, and assesses environmental data operations for its Continuous Water Quality Monitoring Network. Describes in detail the specific quality assurance and quality control activities that will be used and how they will be applied.
AS-187/25Municipal Solid Waste in Texas: A Year in Review: 2024 Data Summary and AnalysisEnglish2025-09-01Analyzes data submitted by municipal solid waste facilities each fiscal year to determine trends in the amounts and types of waste disposed of in Texas.
CTF-015/aSan Saba River ReportEnglish2026-03-01First of several reports done in three-month intervals on the Upper San Saba River.
CTF-015/bSan Saba River ReportEnglish2026-06-01Second of several reports done in three-month intervals on the Upper San Saba River.