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Ovid, CO Radon Levels

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Ovid, CO Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Sedgwick County, CO
Zip Code 80744

Situated in Sedgwick County on Colorado's eastern plains near the Nebraska border, Ovid occupies EPA Zone 1 territory where high radon potential is common across the region. The area's geological conditions, including uranium-bearing formations beneath the Great Plains, create favorable conditions for radon production. Limited testing data makes individual home testing particularly important for residents of zip code 80744.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Ovid, CO

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Ovid 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.

CityDistanceCountyEPA Radon Zone
Iliff 39.0 mi Logan County Zone 1
Sterling 48.8 mi Logan County Zone 1
Padroni 51.6 mi Logan County Zone 1
Atwood 55.4 mi Logan County Zone 1
Eckley 57.7 mi Yuma County Zone 1
Yuma 58.8 mi Yuma County Zone 1
Otis 58.9 mi Washington County Zone 1
Wray 60.6 mi Yuma County Zone 1

Sedgwick County Radon Profile

Sedgwick County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Few homeowner tests have been logged inside Sedgwick County so far, which is why this page draws on the nearest recorded readings to illustrate regional radon levels. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Sedgwick County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Ovid, CO

What EPA Radon Zone is Ovid in?
Ovid and the 80744 zip code are in Sedgwick 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.
What EPA radon zones surround Ovid, CO?
Ovid sits in Sedgwick County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 1. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 1 (high risk, predicted above 4 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Ovid?
Radon mitigation in Ovid 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 Ovid?
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.