Lockport, IL Radon Levels
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Lockport, IL Radon Facts
Situated in Will County in the southern Chicago Metro area, Lockport has recorded an average radon level of 12.5 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA's action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. The community's position along the Illinois & Michigan Canal corridor includes glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock that create highly favorable conditions for radon production. Residents in zip code 60441 should prioritize professional testing and mitigation where elevated levels are confirmed.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Lockport, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Lockport, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Lockport area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Lockport, IL | 0-20 Years | Partial Basement |
| 20 pCi/L | Lockport, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Lockport, IL
Compare radon levels in Lockport with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romeoville | 3.4 mi | 15.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Crest Hill | 3.6 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Homer Glen | 4.7 mi | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Joliet | 5.7 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Bolingbrook | 7.3 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| New Lenox | 7.5 mi | 10.14 pCi/L | 7 |
| Plainfield | 8.4 mi | 6.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Lemont | 8.8 mi | 16.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Will County Radon Profile
EPA mapping assigns Will County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 16 cities in Will County average 8.00 pCi/L across 30 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 Will County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.