Nuclear Test Reactor (NTR)

1.0 Site Identification

Type of Site:	Research and Test Reactor Facility
Location:	Sunol, CA
License No.:	R-33
Docket No.:	50-73
License Status:	SAFSTOR
Project Manager:	Chris Allen

2.0 Site Status Summary

The NTR license was renewed on June 29, 2023, in response to the GE-Hitachi application for license renewal dated November 19, 2020. The licensee informed NRC that it had permanently ceased operation of the NTR on December 21, 2023, NRC issued a possession-only license for NTR on February 28, 2024. On March 14, 2025, the license was transferred to NorthStar Vallecitos, LLC (NSV). The facility is being maintained in a storage condition.

The licensee plans to submit a decommissioning plan for the NTR as soon as possible.

3.0 Major Technical or Regulatory Issues

NONE

4.0 Estimated Date For Closure

Calendar year 2030