Hecla, SD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hecla in?

Hecla is in Brown County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Hecla?

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

Brown County

EPA Zone 1

Hecla, SD resides in Brown 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. Testing is recommended for all homes in the 57446 zip code area.

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Hecla Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Hecla and the 57446 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Brown County, SD

Zip Code

57446

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Hecla and the 57446 zip code are located in Brown County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Hecla, SD

What EPA Radon Zone is Hecla in?

Hecla and the 57446 zip code are in Brown 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Hecla?

Radon mitigation in Hecla 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 Hecla?

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.

Most Active Radon Markets in South Dakota

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Spearfish	7.75 pCi/L	4
Rapid City	10.50 pCi/L	2
Aberdeen	8.50 pCi/L	2
Sioux Falls	6.00 pCi/L	2
Watertown	6.00 pCi/L	2