Ellsinore, MO Radon Levels
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Ellsinore, MO Radon Facts
Deep in Missouri's Ozark Mountains within Carter County, Ellsinore sits on dolomite and limestone bedrock that creates moderate radon potential throughout the region. Local testing reveals an average radon level of 3.0 pCi/L, which falls within EPA recommended ranges but still warrants continued monitoring. The area's Ozark-style homes, many with stone foundations and partial basements, reflect the region's rugged terrain and can influence radon accumulation patterns.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Ellsinore, MO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Ellsinore, MO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Ellsinore area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 pCi/L | Ellsinore, MO | 0-20 Years | — |
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EPA Radon Zones Near Ellsinore, MO
No user-submitted radon readings are available for Ellsinore or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.
| City | Distance | County | EPA Radon Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairdealing | 20.0 mi | Ripley County | Zone 2 |
| Briar | 20.4 mi | Ripley County | Zone 2 |
| Lodi | 20.6 mi | Wayne County | Zone 2 |
| Mc Gee | 20.6 mi | Wayne County | Zone 2 |
| Doniphan | 20.7 mi | Ripley County | Zone 2 |
| Harviell | 21.6 mi | Butler County | Zone 3 |
| Poplar Bluff | 22.1 mi | Butler County | Zone 3 |
| Ellington | 23.4 mi | Reynolds County | Zone 2 |
Carter County Radon Profile
Carter 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 1 city in Carter County average 3.00 pCi/L across 1 test — below the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, though radon varies sharply from home to home. 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 Carter County.