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![The distinct blue in this image is caused by copper contamination, BucktailCreek r00bbm18.jpg The distinct blue in this image is caused by copper contamination, BucktailCreek](/sites/default/files/styles/max_1300x1300/https/s3.amazonaws.com/s3-east-testmedia-noaa.woc.noaa.gov/dam/Photos/legacy/pl23_r00bbm18.jpg?itok=a6yaknS4)
Description
The distinct blue in this image is caused by copper contamination, BucktailCreek. Nothing lives in this environment. This image shows a collection basinused as part of the remediation. Water is shunted to a treatment plant. (Image credit: NOAA Fisheries, NW region, Nick Iadanza)
Credit
NOAA Fisheries, NW region, Nick Iadanza
Location
Idaho, Cobalt and Forney Ranch, Lemhi County
Collection
Restoration
Damage Assessment Restoration Program (DARP)
Blackbird Mine