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Woodward, PA Radon Levels

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Woodward, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Centre County, PA
Zip Code 16882

Found in Centre County within the State College Metro area, Woodward sits in Pennsylvania's Ridge and Valley province where limestone and shale formations create elevated radon potential. Testing data is currently limited for this small community, emphasizing the importance of individual home testing. The area's housing in zip code 16882 includes both rural farmsteads and newer developments, all of which require professional radon measurement given Pennsylvania's consistently high radon levels statewide.

9.77
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Centre County average: 9.77 pCi/L, based on 22 user-submitted tests across 6 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Woodward itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Woodward, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Woodward 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Spring Mills 12.4 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Mifflinburg 15.6 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Lock Haven 16.7 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Centre Hall 18.0 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Bellefonte 22.2 mi 13.00 pCi/L 2
Lewisburg 23.2 mi 13.00 pCi/L 1
Jersey Shore 23.5 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Boalsburg 24.5 mi 2.00 pCi/L 1

Centre County Radon Profile

Centre County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 6 cities in Centre County average 9.77 pCi/L across 22 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Centre County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Woodward, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Woodward in?
Woodward and the 16882 zip code are in Centre County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Woodward?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Woodward yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Centre County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Woodward 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 Woodward?
Radon mitigation in Woodward 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 Woodward?
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.