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Low-Level Waste Disposal Oversight
The three operating low-level radioactive waste disposal sites in the U.S. are regulated by Agreement States (Utah, South Carolina, and Washington). Each State has an oversight program that consists of periodic inspections of the facilities. The inspectors examine whether incoming shipments are properly documented and analyzed for their radioactive material content. They also ensure that licensees properly implement the radiation safety and waste disposal requirements.
Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, August 27, 2026
Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, August 27, 2026