Oak Ridge, TN Radon Levels
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Oak Ridge, TN Radon Facts
Located in Anderson County within the Knoxville Metro area, Oak Ridge shows an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. The community sits in EPA Zone 1 where Appalachian geology and the area's unique residential development history create conditions conducive to elevated radon concentrations, making testing and mitigation essential for 37830 residents.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Oak Ridge, TN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Oak Ridge, TN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Oak Ridge area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 pCi/L | Oak Ridge, TN | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 5 pCi/L | Oak Ridge, TN | 21-50 Years | — |
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Radon Readings Near Oak Ridge, TN
Compare radon levels in Oak Ridge with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Springs | 5.0 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lenoir City | 15.0 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Knoxville | 15.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Loudon | 20.3 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Maryville | 26.0 mi | 10.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Maynardville | 28.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| La Follette | 29.8 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Walland | 30.5 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Anderson County Radon Profile
Anderson 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 1 city in Anderson County average 7.00 pCi/L across 2 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 Anderson County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.