Sleepy Eye, MN Radon Levels
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Sleepy Eye, MN Radon Facts
Sleepy Eye in south-central Brown County has recorded an average radon level of 12.0 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. This single reading from zip code 56085 highlights the importance of comprehensive testing in this glacial till region. Homes with basements should be tested promptly, as prairie Minnesota's glacial deposits are known for elevated radon production.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Sleepy Eye, MN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Sleepy Eye, MN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Sleepy Eye area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 pCi/L | Sleepy Eye, MN | 51-99 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Sleepy Eye, MN
Compare radon levels in Sleepy Eye with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicollet | 26.8 mi | 2.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Stewart | 33.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mankato | 34.4 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hutchinson | 45.6 mi | 7.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Fairmont | 46.6 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Brown County Radon Profile
Because of its underlying geology, Brown County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Brown County average 12.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Brown County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.