Buena Vista, CO Radon Levels
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Buena Vista, CO Radon Facts
High in Colorado's Rocky Mountain region, Buena Vista in Chaffee County shows an average radon level of 12.57 pCi/L based on 7 local tests. This significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, reflecting the area's granite bedrock and high-altitude geological conditions. Homes in zip code 81211 should prioritize radon testing and mitigation given these elevated readings.
Based on 7 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Buena Vista, CO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Buena Vista, CO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Buena Vista area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 pCi/L | Buena Vista, CO | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement |
| 17 pCi/L | Buena Vista, CO | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 11 pCi/L | Buena Vista, CO | 51-99 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 19 pCi/L | Buena Vista, CO | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement |
| 13 pCi/L | Buena Vista, CO | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Buena Vista, CO
Compare radon levels in Buena Vista with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salida | 23.0 mi | 15.50 pCi/L | 4 |
| Fairplay | 27.9 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 9 |
| Gunnison | 28.1 mi | 7.38 pCi/L | 8 |
| Leadville | 29.6 mi | 5.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Crested Butte | 43.9 mi | 8.56 pCi/L | 9 |
| Aspen | 43.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Breckenridge | 44.5 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Florissant | 44.9 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 2 |
Chaffee County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Chaffee 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 Chaffee County average 13.64 pCi/L across 11 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 Chaffee County.