// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | ⚠ Superfund / Contamination Site |
| Operator / Branch | Dawn Mining / EPA |
| Host County | Stevens County WA |
| Nearest City | Ford, WA |
| Primary Risk Radius | 5 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 25 miles |
// Strategic Significance
The Midnite Mine in Stevens County Washington is an abandoned uranium mine on the Spokane Indian Reservation leaving radioactive waste piles and contaminated water. The mine operated from 1954 to 1981 leaving uranium tailings that leach into Blue Creek and the Spokane River. The Spokane Tribe of Indians is a primary party in cleanup negotiations.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Stevens County and the Spokane Tribe face ongoing radioactive contamination from uranium tailings in the Blue Creek watershed. The Spokane River downstream provides recreation and water supply.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
Stevens County residents and Spokane Tribe members should follow EPA guidance on Blue Creek and Spokane River use near the mine site.