Walsh, CO Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Walsh in?

Walsh is in Baca County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Walsh?

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

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Walsh, CO Radon Facts

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

County Baca County, CO

Zip Code 81090

This southeastern Colorado community in Baca County sits on the High Plains, where sedimentary soils generally produce lower radon concentrations. Walsh's rural character includes widely spaced homes and agricultural buildings in zip code 81090. Testing data for this area remains limited, though the region's geology typically results in radon levels below EPA thresholds.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Walsh, CO

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Walsh 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
Las Animas	60.3 mi	Bent County	Zone 1
Wiley	61.2 mi	Prowers County	Zone 1
Mc Clave	61.3 mi	Bent County	Zone 1
Kim	61.5 mi	Las Animas County	Zone 1
Eads	77.0 mi	Kiowa County	Zone 1
Sheridan Lake	77.0 mi	Kiowa County	Zone 1
La Junta	87.7 mi	Otero County	Zone 1
Haswell	90.1 mi	Kiowa County	Zone 1

Baca County Radon Profile

The bedrock and soils beneath Baca County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. User-submitted readings are still sparse within Baca County itself, so the nearby measurements shown on this page provide the closest real-world picture of local radon conditions. 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 Baca County.

Radon FAQ for Walsh, CO

What EPA Radon Zone is Walsh in?

Walsh and the 81090 zip code are in Baca 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 Walsh, CO?

Walsh sits in Baca 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 Walsh?

Radon mitigation in Walsh 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 Walsh?

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.