Signal Mountain, TN Radon Levels
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Signal Mountain, TN Radon Facts
Perched above Chattanooga in Hamilton County, Signal Mountain has recorded an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action threshold. The community's elevated position on limestone bedrock creates ideal conditions for radon accumulation, making testing crucial for all residents in ZIP code 37377.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Signal Mountain, TN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Signal Mountain, TN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Signal Mountain area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Signal Mountain, TN | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Signal Mountain, TN
Compare radon levels in Signal Mountain with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | 8.2 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Dunlap | 16.5 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Cleveland | 27.1 mi | 5.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Winchester | 43.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mcminnville | 44.2 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Athens | 46.4 mi | 15.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Hamilton County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Hamilton County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Hamilton County average 5.67 pCi/L across 3 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 Hamilton County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.