Learn about the co-creators of this map, their process, and their partners

How we got here

In 2018, we realized we had all separately come to the same conclusion: Despite the ample information about nuclear weapons and their history online, there was no single repository for it all. This made it hard to understand the full scope of nuclear infrastructure and how it has impacted, and continues to impact, people all across the United States. 

We then set out to compile information on nuclear sites across the country, and began collecting stories from people who worked at, lived near, or had otherwise been impacted by this infrastructure. This project has been a labor of love and perseverance over many years. We hope that you find it informative, and that it will further your understanding of nuclear weapons infrastructure and the many lives it has impacted across the country.

These values helped shape our project. We hope you keep them in mind as you explore the site.

Center perspectives from frontline communities

Nuclear weapons are often talked about in sterile, technical ways. We want to uplift the human side of this enterprise and allow often-overlooked communities to share their experiences.

Information transparency

We believe knowledge is power. We strive to include as much credible information as possible and to make that information easily accessible.

Collaboration

This project is only possible out of many people coming together to contribute information, expertise, lived experience, and time.

Empowerment

We aim to give people the tools and information to take care of themselves and their communities, and advocate for their needs.

Our Approach

In creating this map, we have aimed to center impacted communities. We invite you to learn more and to offer your feedback on our process.

Our network

Since the origin of this project, many people have stepped up to contribute. We’d like you to get to know the people and organizations that made this project possible.