Utah Removes 17 Million Tons of Radioactive Waste from Colorado River Site
The Moab Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action Project in Utah has relocated 17 million tons of radioactive waste from the Colorado River bank. After transporting the waste by rail, crews are monitoring groundwater contamination. Future work includes excavating contaminated soil near the original site. The project aims to ensure long-term safety for residents and the ecosystem through regrading and revegetation to prevent erosion.
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