The USS Alexandria (SSN 757), a Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine, arrived at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington, on the evening of July 13, 2026.
The shipyard’s workforce will spend the coming months defueling the reactor, a task that requires extreme precision and adherence to federal safety protocols.
As the ship enters the shipyard, it represents a closing chapter for the specific crew members who served during its transition from a Cold War asset to a modern security tool in the Pacific.
According to the Stars and Stripes report, the disposal process requires the extraction of the nuclear reactor core.
The shipyard’s ability to manage these complex projects is often a point of pride for the Bremerton community, which has hosted the Navy since the 19th century.
The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Alexandria arrived in Bremerton to begin a multi-year inactivation and recycling process after 35 years of service.