Nuclear Site Frees Up Land for Local Cemetery Expansion Nearby
Published Date: 9/26/2025
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Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation wants to give back 4.46 acres of land near their power plant to the Stringtown Cemetery Board. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is asking the public to share their thoughts before deciding. This change won’t cost anyone extra but could free up land for new uses soon!
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Partial site release of 4.46 acres
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is considering a request to release 4.46 acres of land from the Wolf Creek Generating Station license (Operating License No. NPF-42) to the Stringtown Cemetery Board. The NRC is asking the public to submit comments before it decides. The document states this change won’t cost anyone extra and could free the land for new uses.
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