Chaska, MN Radon Levels
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Chaska, MN Radon Facts
Situated in Carver County within the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro, Chaska shows an average radon reading of 7.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. The community's 55318 zip code area features predominantly suburban homes built on glacial till deposits that facilitate radon migration from underlying bedrock. Immediate mitigation is recommended for homes testing above 4.0 pCi/L.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Chaska, MN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Chaska, MN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Chaska area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Chaska, MN | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Chaska, MN
Compare radon levels in Chaska with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria | 4.3 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Shakopee | 4.7 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Excelsior | 6.7 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Eden Prairie | 8.4 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mound | 9.4 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Minnetonka | 9.6 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Prior Lake | 11.7 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hopkins | 12.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Carver County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Carver 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 2 cities in Carver County average 5.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Carver County.