Kennecott’s tailings may creep even closer to homes in Magna
Rio Tinto plans an expansion to keep the copper flowing for more years and to increase the site’s stability.
(David Howells | Rio Tinto) Kennecott's north tailings impoundment on Oct. 26, 2021. The company is seeking an extension on the east side of the site to accommodate the expansion of the Bingham Canyon mine.
Alixel Cabrera is a Report for America corps member and writes about communities on the west side of the Salt Lake Valley for The Salt Lake Tribune. She has reported on the economy, energy, food and culture for newspapers and websites in Venezuela and the U.S.
Alixel Cabrera is a Report for America corps member and writes about communities on the west side of the Salt Lake Valley for The Salt Lake Tribune. She has reported on the economy, energy, food and culture for newspapers and websites in Venezuela and the U.S.