Hiawassee, GA Radon Levels
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Hiawassee, GA Radon Facts
Perched in the North Georgia mountains within Towns County (30546), Hiawassee has recorded an average radon level of 5.5 pCi/L based on 2 residential tests. This reading exceeds the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L, reflecting the area's granite bedrock and mountainous terrain that can trap radon gas in homes. The community's mix of seasonal and year-round residences, many with basements built into hillsides, creates conditions conducive to radon accumulation.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Hiawassee, GA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Hiawassee, GA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Hiawassee area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Hiawassee, GA | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 4 pCi/L | Hiawassee, GA | 0-20 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Hiawassee, GA
Compare radon levels in Hiawassee with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sautee Nacoochee | 13.3 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Blairsville | 15.1 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Clayton | 18.3 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Rabun Gap | 19.4 mi | 16.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Clarkesville | 21.4 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Suches | 22.1 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Cleveland | 22.3 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Morganton | 27.5 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Towns County Radon Profile
Towns County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Towns County average 5.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Towns County.