South of the Rocky Flats Nuclear Weapons Plant, Jefferson County, Colorado 1976

Robert Adams's 1976 photograph, "South of the Rocky Flats Nuclear Weapons Plant, Jefferson County, Colorado" is a poignant example of his "New Topographics" style. The black and white image depicts a desolate landscape in Colorado, showcasing the stark realities of the nuclear age. The photograph's composition emphasizes the vast, barren terrain, punctuated by a lone, rocky outcropping, and a distant road with passing cars. The photograph is a stark reminder of the environmental impact of industrialization and the growing tension between human advancement and nature.