Sparta, TN Radon Levels
Check local Sparta radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Sparta, TN Radon Facts
This White County community sits atop the Cumberland Plateau, where Ordovician limestone and dolomite formations create Tennessee's characteristic karst landscape. Recent testing in the 38583 area recorded an average radon level of 12.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action level and indicating high radon potential. Homes with basement foundations built into the limestone bedrock may experience elevated radon accumulation requiring professional mitigation systems.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Sparta, TN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Sparta, TN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Sparta area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 pCi/L | Sparta, TN | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Sparta, TN
Compare radon levels in Sparta with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookeville | 17.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Crossville | 23.7 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Buffalo Valley | 24.3 mi | 18.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mcminnville | 25.8 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Gordonsville | 35.5 mi | 18.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Dunlap | 38.8 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lebanon | 49.5 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
White County Radon Profile
EPA mapping assigns White County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in White County average 12.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 White County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.