New Columbia, PA Radon Levels
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New Columbia, PA Radon Facts
Rural Union County community New Columbia shows elevated radon readings of 20.0 pCi/L, five times the EPA action level. Located in Pennsylvania's Susquehanna River valley where sedimentary bedrock and glacial deposits create high radon potential, homes in ZIP code 17856 face significant exposure risks. Immediate professional mitigation is strongly advised for all residents in this central Pennsylvania community.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in New Columbia, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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New Columbia, PA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the New Columbia area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 pCi/L | New Columbia, PA | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near New Columbia, PA
Compare radon levels in New Columbia with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewisburg | 5.8 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mifflinburg | 12.0 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Williamsport | 13.1 mi | 16.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Montoursville | 14.7 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Shamokin Dam | 15.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Danville | 15.4 mi | 5.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Selinsgrove | 16.1 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Jersey Shore | 23.4 mi | 15.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Union County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Union 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 3 cities in Union County average 12.33 pCi/L across 3 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 Union County.