Medina Modification Center Information

Location

San Antonio, Texas

The Medina Modification Center was established in 1958 for component testing, modification, repairs, and refinements. It operated until the early spring of 1966, at which point its functions were transferred to Burlington and Pantex.

Throughout the course of its operations, the potential for beryllium exposure existed at this site.

Type of Facility

  • Department of Energy

Covered by EEOICPA

  • Part B and Part E

EEOICPA Covered Years

  • 1958-1966

Contractors

  • 1958-1966 Mason and Hanger-Silas Mason

Did work for:

  • Burlington
  • Pantex

DOE

DOL

NIOSH

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