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DOE Approves Construction of Savannah River Plutonium Facility

DOE Approves Construction of Savannah River Plutonium Facility

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ThreatCluster •October 18, 2026 at 21:07 UTC
  • •DOE authorized full construction of the Savannah River plutonium facility on October 15, 2026.
  • •The facility will produce war reserve plutonium pits, enhancing U.S. nuclear deterrent capabilities.
  • •This project is part of a broader strategy involving Los Alamos National Laboratory.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has authorized full construction of the Savannah River Pit Production Facility (SRPPF) Main Processing Building as of October 15, 2026. This facility will produce war reserve plutonium pits and is part of a two-site strategy alongside Los Alamos National Laboratory. The approval, known as Critical Decision (CD)-2/3, marks a significant step in modernizing the U.S. nuclear deterrent capabilities. The facility will cover 160 acres at the Savannah River Site (SRS) and includes auxiliary support facilities. Earlier in 2026, DOE also approved CD-2/3 for a High-Fidelity Training and Operations Center at SRS, aimed at specialized training for plutonium pit production. The construction is expected to enhance the U.S. nuclear arsenal's reliability and effectiveness.

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2026-10-15
DOE approves construction of SRPPF
The Department of Energy authorized full construction of the Savannah River Pit Production Facility's Main Processing Building.
Energy
2026-2026-01-15
Approval for High-Fidelity Training Center
DOE approved the performance baseline for the High-Fidelity Training and Operations Center at SRS earlier in 2026.
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What is the purpose of the Savannah River facility?
The facility is designed to produce war reserve plutonium pits, which are critical for the U.S. nuclear deterrent.
When did the DOE authorize construction?
The DOE authorized full construction on October 15, 2026.
What other facilities are involved in this project?
The project includes collaboration with the Los Alamos National Laboratory as part of a two-site strategy.