Lake Chagan (Atomic Lake) , a crater lake formed by a 1965 "peaceful" nuclear explosion that remains radioactive today. Nevada Test Site (NTS), USA
Often marked by a large subsidence crater or a "shot tower" for atmospheric tests.
Established in 1950, this site has seen over 900 atmospheric and underground tests. It is one of the most recognizable sites due to its extensive crater fields .
It consists of both northern and southern sites, with Matochkin Shar serving as a site for horizontal tunnel testing. Lop Nur Test Base, China
Lake Chagan (Atomic Lake) , a crater lake formed by a 1965 "peaceful" nuclear explosion that remains radioactive today. Nevada Test Site (NTS), USA
Often marked by a large subsidence crater or a "shot tower" for atmospheric tests.
Established in 1950, this site has seen over 900 atmospheric and underground tests. It is one of the most recognizable sites due to its extensive crater fields .
It consists of both northern and southern sites, with Matochkin Shar serving as a site for horizontal tunnel testing. Lop Nur Test Base, China