DOE/EA-2195 Environmental Assessment for the Evaporation Pond at Shiprock, New Mexico, Disposal Site

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a final Environmental Assessment (EA) (DOE/EA- 2195) for the Evaporation Pond project in Shiprock, New Mexico. Based on the analyses in the final EA, DOE determined this project would not constitute a major federal action significantly affecting the quality of human health and the environment within the context of the National Environmental Policy Act. Therefore, the preparation of an environmental impact statement is not required, and DOE issued a final Finding of No Significant Impact.

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Department of Energy Office of Legacy Management
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