Elkhorn, WI Radon Levels
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Elkhorn, WI Radon Facts
Testing in Walworth County shows Elkhorn averaging 5.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. This EPA Zone 1 community's single data point from 2018 reflects the area's glacial geology and limestone bedrock that can support elevated radon accumulation. Homeowners in the 53121 area should test their properties and consider mitigation if levels exceed 4.0 pCi/L.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Elkhorn, WI. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Elkhorn, WI Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Elkhorn area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Elkhorn, WI | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Elkhorn, WI
Compare radon levels in Elkhorn with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delavan | 6.8 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Williams Bay | 8.6 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lake Geneva | 9.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fontana | 11.0 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Burlington | 14.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Genoa City | 15.4 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Waterford | 18.2 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Milton | 21.3 mi | 11.50 pCi/L | 2 |
Walworth County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Walworth County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 6 cities in Walworth County average 6.71 pCi/L across 7 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Walworth County.