For grades 7-12
Opportunity, Montana: A Brief Historical Introduction to the BP-Arco Waste Repository
Developed by CFWEP, this presentation includes:
- Current and historical photos of the Opportunity Ponds/BP-Arco Waste Repository
- Historical information about the Opportunity Ponds, Butte mines, Milltown Dam and Anaconda smelter
- A step-by-step description of the copper milling, smelting and reduction process
- An overview of Upper Clark Fork Superfund sites and environmental impacts
Use the links below to download the necessary materials for this lesson:
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