Environment in Riesel, TX
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
2,220
Violations (5yr)
140
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
3.5M MT
Top Emitter
Sandy Creek Energy Station
3.5M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (under10k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Sandy Creek Energy Station Sandy Creek Energy Associates, Lp | Power Plants | 3,459,099 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 140 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 3.5M metric tons of CO₂e.