Fairplay, CO Radon Levels
Check local Fairplay radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Fairplay, CO Radon Facts
High in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, Park County's Fairplay sits at 10,000+ feet elevation where testing reveals alarming 12.0 pCi/L average radon levels — three times the EPA action threshold. Nine tests in zip code 80440 show readings ranging from 5.0 to 20.0 pCi/L, with most homes significantly exceeding safe levels. The area's granite bedrock and high altitude create extreme radon conditions requiring immediate mitigation for all homes in this historic mining town.
Based on 9 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Fairplay, CO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Fairplay, CO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Fairplay area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Fairplay, CO | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 9 pCi/L | Fairplay, CO | 0-20 Years | Partial Basement |
| 5 pCi/L | Fairplay, CO | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 20 pCi/L | Fairplay, CO | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 15 pCi/L | Fairplay, CO | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
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Radon Readings Near Fairplay, CO
Compare radon levels in Fairplay with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadville | 16.3 mi | 5.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Breckenridge | 17.3 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Dillon | 25.6 mi | 8.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Buena Vista | 27.9 mi | 12.57 pCi/L | 7 |
| Bailey | 32.2 mi | 14.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Vail | 34.1 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Silverthorne | 39.1 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Idaho Springs | 41.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Park County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Park 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 Park County average 12.58 pCi/L across 12 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 Park County.