No decision has been made yet.

Tooele County is at the earliest stage of exploring this opportunity. Several review steps — federal, state, and local — would need to happen before any construction begins.

May 2025
State RFI responses due

Utah submits its response to the federal Request for Information, identifying potentially suitable locations and capabilities within the state.

April 2026
Federal initiative announced

Executive Orders establish the Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus initiative and direct DOE to invite state proposals.

CURRENT PHASE
Public information & early input

Tooele County shares information with residents, collects community questions and concerns, and coordinates with state and federal partners. This is where we are now.

IF THE COUNTY MOVES FORWARD
Formal review process begins

Zoning review, Master Campus Plan, Development Agreement, Emergency Services Plan, and public hearings. Multiple opportunities for public comment.

PARALLEL FEDERAL REVIEW
Federal licensing

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission separately reviews and licenses nuclear activities. This is a multi-year process with its own public participation.

ONLY AFTER ALL REVEIWS
Construction & phased operations

No phase may operate until required infrastructure, water, emergency services, and safety commitments are in place.