Otis, MA Radon Levels
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Otis, MA Radon Facts
Nestled in Berkshire County in western Massachusetts' Berkshire Hills, Otis sits on metamorphic bedrock and glacial deposits typical of the New England highlands. Radon testing data for zip code 01253 is currently limited, encouraging individual property assessment. The area's mountainous terrain and mix of seasonal and year-round homes, often with varying foundation types from stone cellars to modern basements, can create diverse radon conditions throughout the community.
Berkshire County average: 8.20 pCi/L, based on 5 user-submitted tests across 5 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Otis itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Radon Readings Near Otis, MA
No homeowner tests have been submitted for Otis yet, so the closest user-submitted readings from neighboring communities are shown below. Radon varies by home — testing is the only way to know your level.
| Radon Level | City | Distance | Home Age | Foundation | Submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Great Barrington, MA | 13.8 mi | 51-99 Years | Partial Basement | May 2024 |
| 7 pCi/L | Lenox, MA | 15.0 mi | 51-99 Years | Partial Basement | May 2015 |
| 5 pCi/L | Westfield, MA | 18.2 mi | 21-50 Years | Full Basement | Dec 2019 |
| 7 pCi/L | Westfield, MA | 18.2 mi | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Jan 2017 |
| 4 pCi/L | Richmond, MA | 18.9 mi | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement | Jun 2016 |
| 7 pCi/L | Dalton, MA | 19.8 mi | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Jan 2025 |
| 4 pCi/L | Florence, MA | 22.3 mi | 21-50 Years | Full Basement | Apr 2026 |
| 20 pCi/L | Florence, MA | 22.3 mi | 0-20 Years | Full Basement | Oct 2025 |
Readings are drawn from the nearest cities with submitted data. Have a result for Otis? Submit your reading to help your neighbors.
Berkshire County Radon Profile
Berkshire 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 5 cities in Berkshire County average 8.20 pCi/L across 5 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 Berkshire County.
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Radon Levels Near Otis, MA
User-submitted radon levels from the cities closest to Otis with recorded test data. Explore nearby communities to compare local readings.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Submissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Barrington | 13.8 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lenox | 15.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Westfield | 18.2 mi | 6.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Richmond | 18.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Dalton | 19.8 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Easthampton | 22.2 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Florence | 22.3 mi | 6.83 pCi/L | 6 |
| Goshen | 22.7 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 1 |