Valles Mines, MO Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Valles Mines in?

Valles Mines is in St Francois County, EPA Zone Unknown.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Valles Mines?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Valles Mines, MO Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Unknown Unknown

County St Francois County, MO

Zip Code 63087

Located in St. Francois County within the St. Louis metropolitan area, Valles Mines sits in Missouri's lead belt region where mining activities have historically exposed uranium-bearing rock formations. Testing data for this community remains limited, making individual radon testing particularly important given the area's geological history. The combination of natural granite bedrock and past mining activities creates conditions that could contribute to elevated radon levels in homes.

7.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

St Francois County average: 7.00 pCi/L, based on 4 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Valles Mines itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Radon Readings Near Valles Mines, MO

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Valles Mines yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Bonne Terre	8.2 mi	4.50 pCi/L	2
De Soto	10.4 mi	11.00 pCi/L	1
Festus	13.0 mi	5.00 pCi/L	2
Farmington	15.5 mi	9.50 pCi/L	2
Imperial	28.1 mi	13.00 pCi/L	1
House Springs	29.3 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Arnold	29.9 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Fenton	34.7 mi	16.00 pCi/L	2

St Francois County Radon Profile

St Francois County has not been assigned a definitive EPA radon zone, so the agency recommends that every home be tested regardless of predicted risk. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in St Francois County average 7.00 pCi/L across 4 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 St Francois County.

Radon FAQ for Valles Mines, MO

What EPA Radon Zone is Valles Mines in?

Valles Mines and the 63087 zip code are in St Francois County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Valles Mines?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Valles Mines yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the St Francois County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Valles Mines homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Valles Mines?

Radon mitigation in Valles Mines typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Valles Mines?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.