Shelbyville, TN Radon Levels
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Shelbyville, TN Radon Facts
This Bedford County community in middle Tennessee has recorded an average radon level of 10.5 pCi/L, well above the EPA action threshold due to underlying limestone bedrock common throughout the region. With readings ranging from 5.0 to 16.0 pCi/L in zip code 37160, Shelbyville demonstrates the variable nature of radon exposure even within single neighborhoods. Local housing includes both historic properties and newer construction, many with partial or full basements where radon can accumulate.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Shelbyville, TN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Shelbyville, TN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Shelbyville area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Shelbyville, TN | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 16 pCi/L | Shelbyville, TN | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Shelbyville, TN
Compare radon levels in Shelbyville with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Grove | 26.1 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Winchester | 28.6 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Dellrose | 32.0 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Smyrna | 33.2 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Columbia | 33.6 mi | 8.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Franklin | 38.3 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Brentwood | 40.4 mi | 8.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Mcminnville | 41.2 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
Bedford County Radon Profile
Because of its underlying geology, Bedford County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Bedford County average 10.50 pCi/L across 2 tests — 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 Bedford County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.