La Junta, CO Radon Levels
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La Junta, CO Radon Facts
Positioned in Otero County along Colorado's Arkansas River valley, La Junta shows radon levels averaging 8.0 pCi/L from available testing data. This concentration exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, reflecting the area's high-plains geology with underlying sedimentary formations. Residents in the 81050 zip code should prioritize radon mitigation, particularly in homes with basements or enclosed foundations typical of the region's agricultural community housing stock.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in La Junta, CO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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La Junta, CO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the La Junta area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 pCi/L | La Junta, CO | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
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EPA Radon Zones Near La Junta, CO
No user-submitted radon readings are available for La Junta or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.
| City | Distance | County | EPA Radon Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hasty | 35.4 mi | Bent County | Zone 1 |
| Boone | 38.8 mi | Pueblo County | Zone 1 |
| Model | 42.9 mi | Las Animas County | Zone 1 |
| Mc Clave | 43.3 mi | Bent County | Zone 1 |
| Haswell | 44.0 mi | Kiowa County | Zone 1 |
| Kim | 45.8 mi | Las Animas County | Zone 1 |
| Avondale | 48.2 mi | Pueblo County | Zone 1 |
| Karval | 53.1 mi | Lincoln County | Zone 1 |
Otero County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Otero 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 1 city in Otero County average 8.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Otero County.