From “Fort Collins: Now” 2/6/08

With the possibility of an in-situ uranium mine opening near Nunn in the not-too-distant future, Fort Collins Now traveled to Goliad, Texas, to see how another community is dealing with the same issue.

he uranium mine there is about a year ahead of Powertech’s proposal for Nunn [Colorado], and even though it isn’t yet fully permitted, it is being blamed for ruining the groundwater locals rely on to for both themselves and their cattle.

Efforts to oppose the mine have divided the community, and provide a cautionary tale for those in Northern Colorado as Powertech’s proposal comes under scrutiny from neighbors, regulatory agencies and even the state Legislature. 

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