Amboy, IL Radon Levels
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Amboy, IL Radon Facts
Located in north-central Lee County, Amboy demonstrates an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L that exceeds EPA action guidelines. The area's glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock create conditions favorable for radon accumulation throughout this 61310 zip code region. Rural homes with basements and crawl spaces particularly benefit from mitigation systems, given the geological foundation typical of northern Illinois prairie communities.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Amboy, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Amboy, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Amboy area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Amboy, IL | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
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Radon Readings Near Amboy, IL
Compare radon levels in Amboy with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon | 12.3 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Ashton | 13.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Walnut | 17.7 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Rock Falls | 18.3 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Rochelle | 21.0 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Princeton | 23.9 mi | 11.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Earlville | 24.0 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mount Morris | 24.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Lee County Radon Profile
Lee 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. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Lee County average 9.25 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Lee County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.