East Dubuque, IL Radon Levels
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East Dubuque, IL Radon Facts
Perched along the Mississippi River in Jo Daviess County, East Dubuque shows an average radon level of 6.0 pCi/L that exceeds EPA action guidelines. The community's location on dolomite bluffs and underlying Ordovician limestone creates geological conditions highly favorable for radon gas production. Homeowners in the 61025 zip code should prioritize professional mitigation given these elevated readings and the area's karst bedrock characteristics.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in East Dubuque, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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East Dubuque, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the East Dubuque area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | East Dubuque, IL | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near East Dubuque, IL
Compare radon levels in East Dubuque with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galena | 10.6 mi | 1.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hanover | 22.5 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lanark | 48.3 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Orangeville | 48.9 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fulton | 49.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Jo Daviess County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Jo Daviess 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 4 cities in Jo Daviess County average 5.50 pCi/L across 4 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 Jo Daviess County.