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Atomic City is a small town located in Butte County, Idaho. It gained its name due to its historical significance as a key location for the development of nuclear energy during the Cold War era. The town was established in the 1950s to support the nearby National Reactor Testing Station, now known as the Idaho National Laboratory. Today, Atomic City is a quiet community with a population of around 30 residents. Despite its small size, the town attracts visitors interested in its unique history and the role it played in shaping the nuclear industry in the United States.