Chernobyl New Safe Confinement, Engineering structure in Pripyat, Ukraine
The arch-shaped containment structure measures 108 meters in height, 162 meters in width, and forms a protective shield over reactor 4 at Chernobyl.
Construction of the confinement began in September 2010 and reached completion in July 2019, with an investment of approximately 1.5 billion euros.
The construction project united over 10,000 workers from 40 different nations, demonstrating international cooperation in nuclear safety initiatives.
The structure incorporates specialized decontamination zones, technical facilities, and lighting systems that allow personnel to perform maintenance tasks with reduced radiation exposure.
The moving operation of the arch required precise engineering calculations to slide the 36,000-ton structure into position over the damaged reactor.
Location: Pripyat
Height: 108 m
Width: 162 m
GPS coordinates: 51.38900,30.09900
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46
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