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The distinct blue in this image is caused by copper contamination, BucktailCreek

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.

Credit

NOAA Fisheries, NW region, Nick Iadanza

Location

Idaho, Cobalt and Forney Ranch, Lemhi County

Collection

Restoration
Damage Assessment Restoration Program (DARP)
Blackbird Mine