Byron, IL Radon Levels
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Byron, IL Radon Facts
Byron in Ogle County demonstrates significant radon concerns, with local testing revealing an average of 11.5 pCi/L that substantially exceeds EPA action levels. This northwest Illinois community sits on glacial deposits over limestone bedrock, creating ideal conditions for radon gas migration into homes' basement foundations. Residents in zip code 61010 should prioritize radon testing and mitigation, given the documented elevated readings and geological factors that favor continued radon accumulation.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Byron, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Byron, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Byron area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 pCi/L | Byron, IL | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 9 pCi/L | Byron, IL | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Byron, IL
Compare radon levels in Byron with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stillman Valley | 4.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mount Morris | 10.3 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Pecatonica | 12.8 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Rochelle | 17.1 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Ashton | 18.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Freeport | 22.2 mi | 3.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Dixon | 22.6 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Davis | 22.8 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Ogle County Radon Profile
Because of its underlying geology, Ogle County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 4 cities in Ogle County average 9.00 pCi/L across 5 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Ogle County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.