South Albuquerque Works Information

Location

Albuquerque, New Mexico

The AEC owned the South Albuquerque Works from 1951-1967 and used it to produce weapons components. It was opened in anticipation of the 1952 closing of the Buffalo Works. American Car and Foundry was part of the Buffalo operation and also operated the South Albuquerque Works for the AEC.

Alternative Names

  • American Car and Foundry
  • ACF Industries
  • Air Force Plant 83
  • South Valley Superfund Site

Type of Facility

  • Department of Energy

Covered by EEOICPA

  • Part B and Part E

EEOICPA Covered Years

  • 1951-1967

Contractors

  • 1951-1967 American Car and Foundry, Incorporated

DOE

DOL

NIOSH

Other Resources

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