Crested Butte, CO Radon Levels
Check local Crested Butte radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Crested Butte, CO Radon Facts
Nestled in Gunnison County at high elevation in Colorado's central Rockies, Crested Butte sits atop granite bedrock formations that contribute to elevated radon levels. Local testing shows an average radon concentration of 8.56 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. Given the mountainous geology and the town's ski resort housing stock, residents in zip code 81224 should prioritize radon testing and mitigation if necessary.
Based on 9 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Crested Butte, CO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Crested Butte, CO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Crested Butte area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Crested Butte, CO | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 6 pCi/L | Crested Butte, CO | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 5 pCi/L | Crested Butte, CO | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
| 8 pCi/L | Crested Butte, CO | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 9 pCi/L | Crested Butte, CO | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
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Radon Readings Near Crested Butte, CO
Compare radon levels in Crested Butte with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen | 23.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Paonia | 34.2 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Crawford | 37.2 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Gunnison | 42.8 mi | 7.38 pCi/L | 8 |
| Buena Vista | 43.9 mi | 12.57 pCi/L | 7 |
| Leadville | 44.1 mi | 5.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Edwards | 48.4 mi | 6.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Glenwood Springs | 49.6 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Gunnison County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Gunnison County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Gunnison County average 8.00 pCi/L across 17 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Gunnison County.