Radium Hill, Former uranium mine and radioactive waste repository in South Australia.
Two distinct sites at Radium Hill serve different purposes: an inactive uranium extraction facility and a storage location for low-level radioactive materials.
The mining operations started in 1906 when prospector Arthur Smith discovered radioactive minerals, leading to Australia's first uranium extraction facility under Douglas Mawson's guidance.
The establishment of a 1,100-person township near the mine created a complete mining community with amenities, railway connections, and social infrastructure.
The South Australian Environment Protection Agency maintains surveillance of the area, monitoring radiation levels and implementing safety protocols for environmental protection.
The mineral davidite, discovered at this location, received its name from geologist Sir Edgeworth David and contained both uranium and rare earth elements.
Location: South Australia
GPS coordinates: -32.30000,140.66700
Latest update: May 29, 2025 14:58
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