RECA Compensation for Utah Residents
Utah was directly in the path of radioactive fallout from nuclear tests at the Nevada Test Site. Many Utah families have been affected by cancers linked to this exposure.
Affected Counties in Utah
The following Utah counties are designated as affected areas under RECA:
Utah's History with Nuclear Testing
Between 1951 and 1962, radioactive fallout from above-ground nuclear tests at the Nevada Test Site drifted across Utah, exposing communities to dangerous levels of radiation. Residents in southwestern Utah were particularly affected, with the prevailing winds carrying radioactive particles directly over populated areas. Many families in these communities have experienced unusually high rates of cancer.
Utah RECA Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for RECA compensation as a Utah resident, you generally need to meet these criteria:
Geographic
Lived in one of the affected Utah counties listed above
Time Period
Lived there for at least 1 year during 1951-1962 or during June-July 1962
Medical
Developed one of the 19 qualifying cancers linked to radiation exposure
If you or a family member lived in one of these Utah counties during the testing period and developed a qualifying cancer, you may be entitled to compensation.
Take our free eligibility assessment to find out if you may qualify for up to $100,000 or more in RECA compensation.