Esmeralda County Repository Oversight Program
Economic effects if the proposed Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste facility is licensed and construction begins Esmeralda County workers could be employed because of site characterization, then there may be a boost in the local economy. Resident employment might result in an increased demand for consumer goods and services. This may create a need for new businesses and may reduce some of the economic leakage currently experienced within Esmeralda County, particularly in the retail sector. It may even create induced nonbasic employment opportunities. Local businesses in the construction industry may also benefit due to local construction or by competing for bids on government contracts. They may increase their business by providing materials and/or services for the Yucca Mountain project.
Photo description: The garage is closed now but evidences prior commerce in Goldfield, Nevada servicing the mining industry and boom era's.
