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Category : Radioactive decontamination
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Program
Author: Oak Ridge National LaboratoryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Radioactive decontamination
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Program
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Languages : en
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The results of a radiological survey of the Linde Air Products Division of Union Carbide Corporation, Tonawanda, New York, are presented. During the period 1940 to 1948, this site was used for the separation of UO2 from uranium ores and for the conversion of UO2 to UF4. Five buildings were involved in these operations. The survey included measurements of the following: residual alpha and beta-gamma contamination levels in these buildings; external gamma radiation levels at one meter above the surface in these buildings and outdoors throughout the Linde property; radon and radon daughter concentrations in the air in these buildings; uranium, radium, actinium, and thorium concentrations in soil samples taken both onsite and offsite; contamination in surface water on and near the site; and airborne concentrations of uranium, radium, and thorium in the building in which the separation process was carried out. Elevated concentrations of uranium, radium, and/or actinium were found in two of the buildings and outdoors in widely separated areas of the site. Alpha and beta-gamma contamination levels in some areas of the buildings were above limits set by current federal guidelines concerning the release of property for unrestricted use. Elevated external gamma radiation levels were measured at some outdoor locations and in three of the buildings. The concentration of radium in a water sample taken from an old conveyor pit in one of the buildings was in excess of the non-occupational maximum permissible concentration.
Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Programs
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites, Remedial Action Program: Radiological survey of the former Linde Uranium Refinery, Tonawanda, New York
Author: Oak Ridge National LaboratoryPublisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Program. Radiological Survey of the Ashland Oil Company (former Haist Property), Tonawanda, New York. Final Report
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Languages : en
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The results of a radiological survey of the former Haist property, Tonawanda, New York, are presented in this report. The property served as a repository for uranium ore tailings during the period 1944--46. It was released for unrestricted use following a survey conducted in 1958 by the Health and Safety Laboratory (HASL), operated then by the Atomic Energy Commission. The property is now owned by Ashland Oil, Inc., and is used for oil refining operations. The survey was undertaken to determine whether the present radiological status of the property is consistent with current radiation protection guidelines and to determine the extent of movement of radioactive residues from the property via natural means such as surface run-off. The survey included measurement of external gamma and surface beta-gamma radiation levels on and near the site; radium and uranium concentrations in the soil on the site; concentrations of radium, uranium, and thorium in water samples collected on the site and in the drainage paths between the site and the Niagara River; radium concentrations in mud samples taken from the drainage areas; and radon daughter levels in the only building on the site. The results indicate that the residues on the site do not pose an immediate health hazard, assuming that residues remain in place (except for normal drainage) and that the site continues to be used in the manner in which it is presently used. However, potential health hazards could result from some uses of the site. In particular, if buildings were to be constructed in certain areas on the site, significant concentrations of radon daughters could develop in these structures.
Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites, Remedial Action Program: Radiological survey of the Ashland Oil Company (former Haist property), Tonawanda, New York
Author: Oak Ridge National LaboratoryPublisher:
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Category : Radiation
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Nuclear Facility Decommissioning and Site Remedial Actions
Author: Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Program
Author: Oak Ridge National LaboratoryPublisher:
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Category : Nuclear facilities
Languages : en
Pages : 100
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Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Program. Radiological Survey of the Seaway Industrial Park, Tonawanda, New York. Final Report
Author: Oak Ridge National LaboratoryPublisher:
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Languages : en
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The results of a radiological survey of the Seaway Industrial Park, Tonawanda, New York, are presented in this report. The site is adjacent to the former Haist property, which was used to receive residues from uranium processing during the period 1944--46. In 1974 approximately 6000 yd3 of this residue was transported to Seaway, where it was used as landfill. The survey was undertaken to determine radiation levels and the extent of radioactive materials on the Seaway property, as well as the extent of movement of radioactive residues by natural means such as surface run-off. The survey included measurement of: external gamma radiation on and near the site; beta-gamma radiation at the surface in the most contaminated areas; radium and uranium concentrations in the soil; concentrations of radium, uranium, and thorium in water samples collected from the drainage areas; and radium concentrations in mud samples taken from the drainage areas. The results indicate that the residues on the site do not pose any immediate health hazards. However, potential health hazards could result from some uses of the site. In particular, if buildings were to be built in certain areas on the site, significant concentrations of radon daughters could develop in these structures. 16 figs, 3 tables.
Formerly Utilized MED/AEC Sites Remedial Action Program
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Results of a radiological survey of the former Simonds Saw and Steel Company (current name of this facility is Guterl Special Steel Corporation), Lockport, New York, are presented in this report. During the period 1948 to 1956, this company handled large quantities of uranium metal and smaller quantities of thorium metal in rolling mill operations. The survey included measurement of residual alpha and beta-gamma radiation levels in the rolling mill building and forging shop; external gamma radiation in the same area; uranium, radium, and thorium in soil samples taken from beneath removable floor plates in the rolling mill area and from other parts of the site; radon and radon daughter concentrations in the rolling mill building; and contamination in drainage paths leading from the buildings and grounds. Elevated concentrations of uranium were found in soil samples taken from beneath the floor plates within 40 ft of the 16-inch rolling mill. Beta-gamma radiation levels were greater than 1 mrad/hr at the locations having the highest concentrations of uranium. External gamma radiation levels were above the background level in a few small isolated areas in the rolling mill building. The 16-inch rolling mill showed elevated alpha and beta contamination levels in several areas.