Cleanup Begins at Church Rock Mine | Santa Fe News

A massive cleanup is underway at the Northeast Church Rock Mine in McKinley County, New Mexico — once one of the largest uranium producers on Navajo land. Between 1967 and 1982, over 3.5 million tons of ore were extracted, leaving behind serious environmental concerns, especially around groundwater contamination. Now, the U.S. EPA, the Navajo Nation, and United Nuclear Corporation — partnering with General Electric — are launching a historic remediation effort to tackle the legacy of decades of mining. This unprecedented collaboration brings federal, tribal, and corporate resources together to heal one of the most contaminated uranium sites ever on Navajo territory. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/31950a8a255849ca