Posts tagged Radioactive Transport
ODOE Statement on U.S. DOE Approach to Hanford Tank Waste Transport Through Oregon
ODOE Statement on U.S. DOE Approach to Hanford Tank Waste Transport Through Oregon

On July 1, 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hanford Field Office released an update on its ongoing plans for where and how to treat, transport, and dispose of millions of gallons of radioactive and chemically hazardous tank waste from the west-area tank farms at Hanford. In its letter, U.S. DOE reports that it has decided to not, at this time, construct the facilities necessary to solidify and grout tank waste at the Hanford site. This decision leaves open the option for U.S. DOE to ship radioactive tank waste in liquid form through Oregon. We reiterate Oregon’s long-held position that it is unacceptable for liquid radioactive Hanford tank waste to be transported through our state.

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Safety & Resilience, USDOEJennifer KalezUSDOE, Hanford, Hanford Site, Radioactive Materials, Radioactive Transport, Safety, Nuclear Safety
What’s that Placard? Tracking Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials in Oregon
What’s that Placard? Tracking Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials in Oregon

Authorized and permitted carriers transport radioactive materials in Oregon regularly, including low-radioactivity waste destined for out-of-state disposal, or small amounts for various industries or medical uses. The Oregon Department of Energy and our partners track shipments moving through Oregon to ensure safe travel and disposal of these materials.

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Safety & ResilienceJennifer KalezRadioactive materials, Radioactive Transport, Nuclear Safety, Emergency Preparedness