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The use of asphalt emulsion to contain radon and radium in uranium tailings is being investigated at the Pacific Northwest Laboratory. Results of these studies indicate that a radon flux reduction of greater than 99% can be obtained using either a poured-on/sprayed-on seal (3.0 to 7.0 mm thick) or an admix seal (2.5 to 12.7 cm thick) containing about 18 wt % residual asphalt. A field test was carried out at the Grand Junction tailings pile in order to demonstrate the sealing process. A reduction in radon flux ranging from 4.5 to greater than 99% (76% average) was achieved using a 12.7-cm (5-in.) admix seal with a sprayed-on top coat. A hydrostatic stabilizer used to apply the admix was followed by compaction, which formed the radon seal. Overburden was applied to provide a protective soil layer over the seal. Included in part of the overburden was a herbicide to prevent root penetration.