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Fact Sheets

NASA has prepared the following fact sheets about environmental investigations and cleanup activities at the SSFL. Fact sheets will be updated, and new fact sheets added as we continue to make progress.

Environmental Impact Statement for SSFL

This fact sheet provides a description of the proposals and alternatives being considered for the Environmental Impact Statement being prepared for SSFL.

Fact Sheet: Environmental Impact Statement for Proposed NASA Environmental Cleanup Activities and Demolition

Space Mission Engine Testing at the SSFL

This fact sheet provides a look back at NASA's rocket engine testing at SSFL, primarily for the Apollo Program and the Space Shuttle Main Engine, beginning in the 1950s through the 1990s.

Fact Sheet: A Look Back at Space Mission Engine Testing at the SSFL

SSFL Archaeological Resources Survey

A site-wide Cultural Resources Inventory of federally-owned Areas I and II was completed in April 2008. The goals of this survey were twofold: to determine whether there were any previously unrecorded cultural resources on the lands administered by NASA, and to better understand the nature and extent of the previously recorded Burro Flats Painted Cave site. This effort assists NASA in complying with Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), which directs Federal agencies to identify historic properties, including archaeological resources. Having this comprehensive inventory enables NASA to better manage these resources.

Fact Sheet: SSFL Archaeological Resources Survey

An Overview of NASA's History at SSFL

NASA administers 451.2 acres of federal property in two areas of the Santa Susana Field Laboratory (SSFL) and has operated here since 1973, when we first acquired land from the U.S. Air Force (USAF). Prior to 1973, NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) conducted testing at SSFL in cooperation with the USAF. NASA recognizes the importance of communicating directly with the community regarding our properties, current and former operations at SSFL and the ongoing environmental cleanup taking place. NASA is committed to a cleanup of the areas we administer to a level protective of public health and the environment. This literature is part of our efforts to keep you informed.

Fact Sheet: An Overview of NASA's History at SSFL

The Use of Trichloroethylene at NASA’s SSFL Sites

Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a non-flammable, colorless liquid that belongs to a group of chemicals known as Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). It is used mainly as a solvent for removing grease from metal parts, and in adhesives, paint removers and spot removers.

Fact Sheet: The Use of Trichloroethylene at NASA’s SSFL Sites

NASA’s Interim Source Removal Action

Currently, NASA is implementing a short-term action used to prevent or mitigate risks to human health or the environment before a final remedy has been selected. NASA’s Interim Source Removal Action (ISRA) is designed to remove potential sources of contaminants and improve the quality of surface water discharge.

Fact Sheet: NASA’s Interim Source Removal Action

Historic Resources Survey

Federal statutes guide federal agency stewardship of historic resources under their control and provides direction for establishing programs to manage their historic resources.

Updated 2012-02-17: Coca test stand numbers corrected on page 3.

Fact Sheet: Historic Resources Survey

You also may read the entire Historic Resources Survey and Assessment (PDF 4.8 MB).