Ordway, CO Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Ordway in?

Ordway is in Crowley County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Ordway?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Ordway yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Crowley County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Ordway?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Ordway, CO Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Crowley County, CO

Zip Code 81063

Found in Crowley County in south-central Colorado, Ordway sits on the High Plains where uranium-bearing formations can contribute to elevated radon levels in residential properties. The area's rural housing stock in zip code 81063 includes both older farmsteads and newer manufactured homes, each with different radon entry pathways. Since local testing data is currently limited, homeowners should conduct radon measurements to determine their individual exposure levels.

10.29

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 10.29 pCi/L, based on 7 tests from 2 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Ordway yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Radon Readings Near Ordway, CO

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Ordway yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
La Junta	19.1 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
Pueblo	45.5 mi	10.67 pCi/L	6

Crowley County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Crowley County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Direct test data for Crowley County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Crowley County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Ordway, CO

What EPA Radon Zone is Ordway in?

Ordway and the 81063 zip code are in Crowley County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Ordway?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Ordway yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Crowley County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Ordway homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Ordway?

Radon mitigation in Ordway typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Ordway?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.