West Plains, MO Radon Levels
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West Plains, MO Radon Facts
Located in Howell County in the Missouri Ozarks, West Plains shows an average radon level of 4.0 pCi/L based on available testing. The area's dolomite and limestone bedrock formations contribute to moderate radon potential across the 65775 zip code region. While this reading falls at the EPA action threshold, the variable nature of Ozark geology suggests all residents should test their homes to establish accurate individual baselines.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in West Plains, MO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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West Plains, MO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the West Plains area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | West Plains, MO | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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EPA Radon Zones Near West Plains, MO
No user-submitted radon readings are available for West Plains 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koshkonong | 15.8 mi | Oregon County | Zone 2 |
| Dora | 20.4 mi | Ozark County | Zone 2 |
| Bakersfield | 20.5 mi | Ozark County | Zone 2 |
| Thayer | 22.7 mi | Oregon County | Zone 2 |
| Tecumseh | 23.6 mi | Ozark County | Zone 2 |
| Udall | 25.0 mi | Ozark County | Zone 2 |
| Birch Tree | 25.5 mi | Shannon County | Zone 2 |
| Zanoni | 25.7 mi | Ozark County | Zone 2 |
Howell County Radon Profile
EPA mapping assigns Howell County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Howell County average 4.00 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 Howell County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.