SUPPLEMENT 11 TO JOINT EVALUATION OF SOVIET MISSILE THREAT IN CUBA

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• Publication Date: October 30, 1962
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JOINT EVALUATION OF
SOVIET MISSILE THREAT, IN CUBA
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PREPARED BY
Guided Missile and Astronautics Intelligence Committee
Joint Atomic Energy Intelligence Committee
National Photographic Interpretation Center
2200 HOURS
30 OCTOBER 1962
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Cuba, 30 October 1962, prepared by Guided Missile and Astronautics
Intelligence Committee, Joint Atomic Energy Intelligence Committee,
and National Photographic Interpretation Center.
~KH Supplement 11 to Joint Evaluation of Soviet Missile Threat in 25X1
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SUPPLEMENT 11
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JOINT EVALUATION OF
SOVIET MISSILE THREAT IN CUBA
Guided Missile and Astronautics Intelligence Committee
Joint Atomic Energy Intelligence Committee
National Photographic Interpretation Center
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IRONBARK
NOTICE
This report is based on continued analysis of low-level photography
made on (See Figures 1 and 4.) The poor quality
and obliquity of much of this photography has precluded a detailed assess-
ment of activity at some of the offensive missile sites. There was no
photographic coverage on
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SUMMARY
1. Available evidence does not indicate Soviet preparation for dis-
mantling or vacating the offensive missile sites identified in Cuba. On. the
contrary, full operational capability at all MRBM sites still existed as of
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(See Figure 2.)
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2. There is clear photographic evidence that construction activity has
continued at the San Cristobal and Sagua La Grande MRBM sites since the
last observation on
Limited and poor photog-
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raphy of the IRBM sites precludes a positive assessment, of construction
activity. (See Figure 3.)
3. Many of the missile erectors at the MRBMsites have been moved
from their hardstands and are no longer visible. There is evidence that at
least one of these erectors has been concealed in woods, as have the
majority of the missile-associated vehicles and equipment. All four
erectors at San Cristobal MRBM Site 4 are in position, or nearly so, next
to the launch stands. The canvas cover has been removed from one of these
erectors. The movement of missile erectors away from positions next to
the launch stands is judged to have had no effect on full operational capa-
bility, providing these erectors have remained in the general area.
4. The use of camouflage, canvas covers, and natural concealment
has been extended since
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5. Launch stands, cabling, and other components at each of the MR BM
launch sites are still in place.
6. No refugee or clandestine reports relating to the dismantling of the
Soviet missiles ites in Cuba have been received during the period
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7. FLINT has provided information that SA-2 guidance system radars,
FRUITSET, operating in the C-Band, have been noted in operation at 17 of
the 24 SAM locations in Cuba, including the Los Angeles site, near where the
U-2 wreckage was found. SPOONREST signals have been obtained from 22
of the 24 locations.
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DISCUSSION
OFFENSIVE MISSILE READINESS
San Cristobal MR BM Area
1. Site 1 (22-40-05N 83-17-50W)
Last coverage: Low-level
a. Readiness Status
The site has a full operational capability.
b. Supporting Evidence
Only two of the four launch positions are visible on the latest
photography. At both of these positions, the erectors have been removed.
Quality of photography precludes determination of the continued presence of
launch stands. There is no evidence that any cabling has been removed.
Four missile-ready tents, and portions of three additional missile-ready
tents, are visible. Three canvas-covered missile transporters are visible.
They have not been moved from positions previously reported.
c. Significant Trends
There is some evidence of continued construction. Briefly
summarized, the activity includes:
(1) Framing has progressed on a fairly large, rectangular
building in the southwest corner of the site, where per-
sonnel accommodations are located. The uprights were
visible on This building could be a mess hall.
(2) Scaffolding is now present at the east entrance to the
arched-roof building, possibly in preparation for con-
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struction of a retaining wall. Scaffolding was noted at the
opposite entrance on A group of 10 men is 25X1
at the building. Some are at the entrance and others on
the arched-roof. (See Figure 6.)
A large frame structure in the woods just north of tent
area, which was not roofed on photography of 25X1
is now roofed.
In the support area, nine of approximately twenty-five large tents, and
eight of approximately twenty smaller tents, are no longer in evidence. This
suggests that personnel have been moved into barracks or that construction
workers have left the site.
2. Site 2 (22-41-OON 83-15-OOW)
Last coverage: Low-level
a. Readiness Status
This site has a full operational capability.
b. Supporting Evidence
Three of the four launch positions are visible on the latest photog-
raphy. The erectors previously located at these positions have been moved.
The fourth launch position can be identified but poor quality photography
precludes detailed interpretation. Of the three launch positions observed,
two launch stands, and probably a third, are still in place. Cabling from the
launch stand to the junction and to the control center is visible at two launch
positions; at the third, cabling connects only the junction and control center.
Three missile transporters, plus one probable missile transporter, are
visible and have not been moved from previously reported positions. Five
missile-ready tents are still visible.
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c. Significant Trends
Nine to ten large tents, about 50 percent of total tentage, are no
longer present. This again suggests that personnel have moved to more
permanent quarters or that construction personnel have departed from the
area.
Some improvement of the site has taken place. The POL dump is now
being fenced. Three large, horizontal tanks have been added to the pre-
viously reported tanks. The five vehicle revetments previously reported are
now camouflaged, as are two tents in the same area. Hardstands were being
constructed on at the entrances of two missile-ready tents. On
photographic evidence indicates that the sides of these tents
have been rolled up and a complete foundation was observed.
The twin - 30mm AAA position is still present; the 57mm AAA position
was not covered by the latest photography.
3. Site 3 (22-42-40N 83-08-25W)
Last coverage: Low-level
a. Readiness Status
The site has a full operational capability.
b. Supporting Evidence
Three of the four launch-positions are visible. Since
the erectors have been moved from these positions. The launch stands and
cabling are in place.
c. Significant Trends
Some shift of equipment appears to have taken place. The heavily
camouflaged missile transporter observed on has been moved.
Two probable oxidizer trailers are parked on the north side of the launch
site. Netting or canvas has been placed over most of the prepared surfaces
between the ready tents and launch positions.
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with gravel are noted in the area. Additional construction sinceL -1 25X1
is noted at the arched-roof building, now near completion. Scaffolding ig
present at the front of the structure.
Approximately the same number of tents remain in the area. A radar
van and another piece of associated equipment is located near the AAA site.
prepared and an eighth excavation has been started. Dump trucks loaded
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The last of the eight barracks-type buildings in the support area has
been roofed since A roller and grader are working on a hard 25X1
surface in front of these buildings. Construction activity is evident at the 7
previously observed excavations near the AAA site. Foundations are being
4. Site 4 (22-46-55N 82-58-50W) (See Figure 5.)
Last coverage: Low-level
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a. Readiness Status
This site has a full operational capability.
b. Supporting Evidence
This is the first coverage of Site 4 since 25X1
At two of the launch positions, the erectors remain in positions as observed
on Friday. At one launch point, an uncovered erector is visible but it has
been pulled back from the launch stand. This erector was not visible on
The fourth erector remains in the same position 25X1
as was observed on Friday. Within a four day period, additional aggregate
was added to the front of this launch stand and also to the road leading to
the missile ready tent. There are now six missile-ready tents, one having
been erected between the One of the missile 25X1
transporters observed on has been moved. In the area where 25X1
fuel trailers were visible on Friday, there are two separate groups of
canvas-covered vehicles. These cannot be identified because of canvas
screening. Construction activity continues in the support area on four new
building foundations. Dump trucks with aggregate are observed approaching
the area.
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c. Significant Trends
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construction and site improvement was accomplished. There is no evidence
to indicate that this site was being deactivated when observed on the 25X1
Conversely, further improvement was underway and the site remained
operational. At least one launch position was being hard-surfaced.
Sagua La Grande MRBM Area
5. Site 1 (22-43-44N 80-01-40W
Last coverage: Low-level
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a. Readiness Status
This site is considered to have a full operational capability.
b. Supporting Evidence
Two of the four' launch positions were observed on poor quality,
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An erector not apparent on is now observed to 25X1
the rear of one of the launch stands. A canvas-covered missile transporter
is located on the road adjacent to this launch position. The other launch
position has been covered with additional canvas screening since Saturday
and all equipment is obscured. Fuel and oxidizer transporters, observed
in the area on have been moved and cannot be located 25X1
on the latest photography. The cement work observed and reported in
Supplement 9 is now complete at two of the three missile-ready tent
foundations. The foundation for the third missile-ready tent was under
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c. Significant Trends
Evidence indicates that this site was not being deactivated when
observed on the latest photography. The continuing construction activity
on the missile -ready building foundation clearly indicates site improvement.
6. Site 2 (22-39-1ON 79-51-5~W
Last coverage: Low-level
a. Readiness Status
This site is considered to have a full operational capability.
b. Supporting Evidence
Four of the launch positions were observed on the latest photo-
graphic coverage. Since two erectors have been
removed from their launch positions. One erector remains pulled back, as
,reported in Supplement 9. One launch position may have the erector in
place; if it is, it is heavily screened by canvas. The launch stands remain
at the four launch positions. In at least two of these, the cabling can be
observed. Nine oxidizer trailers remain in the same position in which
they were located on Saturday. Three of five fuel trailers observed pre-
viously have remained stationary. The area in which the remaining
oxidizers and fuel trucks were last observed was not covered by the latest
photography. Sixteen pre-cast concrete arches have been hauled to the
probable nuclear weapons storage building site, have been offloaded, and
have been partially camouflaged. (See Figure 7.) These were observed in
transit on
c. Significant Trends
No evidence exists that this site is being deactivated. Heavy
camouflage is evident, and improvements in the canvas screens have been
made. The fact that it was raining at the time of the latest coverage may
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account for the overall lack of personnel activity in the site area. The
limited photographic evidence available does not permit determination of
any site construction or improvement.
Guanajay IRBM Area
7. Site 1 (22-57-OON 82-39-25)
Last coverage: Low-level
This site was not covered by photography on It is
estimated that this IRBM site could have an emergency operational capa-
bility on 15 November and full operational capability by 1 December.
8. Site 2 (22-57-25N 82-36-55MD
Last coverage: Low-level
a. Readiness Status
It is estimated that this site will have an emergency operational
capability by 1 December and a full operational capability by 15 December.
b. Supporting Evidence
No change.
c. Significant Trends
Only one of the missile control buildings and the rectangular
building are observable. No other items at the site are visible due to the
extreme obliquity of the photography. The observable buildings are still
intact.
Remedios IRBM Area
9. Site 1 (22-25-OON 79-35-OOW)
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Last coverage: Low-level
a. Readiness Status
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December and a full operational capability by 15 December.
b. Supporting Evidence
Photography of revealed that one launch control building
was nearly complete and, the other had its vertical framework in place.
Construction of the launch pads had progressed.
c. Significant Trends
The limited coverage and the poor quality of the photography on
preclude a determination of the continuation or suspension of con-
struction. The launch pad areas are barely identifiable. Good quality,
reveals a normal motor pool operation. Several vehicles are being repaired
at the time of photography.
vertical photography of a limited part of the support area on
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Supply and Logistics
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Coastal Defense
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Air Defense
15. Tentative FLINT analysis available 30 October indicates that C-
Band FRUITSET signals have been intercepted from 17 of the 24 SA-2 site
locations in Cuba. Reports of S-Band FRUITSET signals have not been
confirmed. Command guidance signals were also recovered from two
sites, Chambas and Santa Lucia. SPOONREST signals have been intercepted
from 22 of the SA-2 site locations. With the exception of the intercept from
the Senado SA-2 site on 19 October, all of these intercepts have been ob-
tained on or since 26 October. These intercepts include signals from the
Los Angeles site area near Banes where U-2 wreckage was found.
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16. The locations with which C-Band FRUITSET signals and SPOON-
REST signals are tentatively associated are as follows:
Site
FRUITSET
SPOONREST
Bahia Honda
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Havana
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La Coloma
x
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Mariel
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Matanzas
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San. Julian
x
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Santa Lucia
x
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Caibarien
x
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Sagua La Grande
x
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Sancti Spiritus
x
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Los Angeles
x
X
Chaparra
x
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Jiguani
x
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Manzanillo
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Manati
x
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Senado
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Chambas
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Esmeralda
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Santiago de Cuba
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Cabanas
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Deleite
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Ciego de Avila
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Tactical Missiles
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TABLE 1
SUMMARY OF MRBM AND IRBM THREAT IN CUBA
Status as of 2200 hours on 30 October 1962
Probably
Planned
Total
Identified
Probably
Deployed*
Missiles
Total
Identified
Prob Basic
Load**
MRBM - Range 1020-nm (non-rotating earth)
San Cristob
(2 regts)
Sagua La
Grande
(1 regt)
al 4 4 16 16 23 32
24 24, 33 48
IRBM - Range 2200-nm (non-rotating earth)
Guanajay 2 2 8 under . 8 0 16
(1 regt) construction
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Sites
Probably
Planned
Total
Identified
Remedios
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Total
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Probably
Deployed
Total
Identified
Prob Basic
Load**
2 4under 8 0 16
construction
IRBM TOTAL 3 4 12 under
construction
GRAND TOTAL 9 10 36 40 33 80
This reflects an estimate of 8 operational launchers authorized per regiment.
This reflects an estimate of 16 operational missiles per regiment.
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MRBM COMPLEX
SITE I
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MISSILE LOAD WITHOIN ABOUT 6 TO 8 HOURS ANO WITH THE ABILITY TO
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