Albert Lea, MN Radon Levels
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Albert Lea, MN Radon Facts
Positioned along the Iowa border in southern Minnesota's Freeborn County, this community sits on glacial till deposits over Devonian limestone and shale bedrock. Recent testing in the 56007 area reveals an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. These elevated readings, combined with the area's glacial geology and limestone bedrock, make radon testing and potential mitigation essential for homeowners.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Albert Lea, MN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Albert Lea, MN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Albert Lea area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Albert Lea, MN | 51-99 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Albert Lea, MN
Compare radon levels in Albert Lea with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells | 19.1 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Blooming Prairie | 22.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lyle | 23.5 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Blue Earth | 36.1 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Le Roy | 44.1 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Faribault | 44.5 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Mankato | 49.8 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Freeborn County Radon Profile
Freeborn 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 1 city in Freeborn County average 7.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Freeborn County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.