Document: NUREG-0800
Document ID: bef1ea40-9941-4e02-89c6-16eca69fabac
Document Type: srp
Title: FOUNDATIONS
Source: NUREG-0800
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML0523/ML052340582.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
Chapter: 3
Section ID: 3.8.5
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REVIEW RESPONSIBILITIES Primary - Structural Engineering Branch (SEB) Secondary - None I. AREAS OF REVIEW The following areas related to the foundations of all seismic Category I structures are reviewed. 1. Description of the Foundations The descriptive information, including plans and sections of each foundation, is reviewed to establish that sufficient information is provided to define the primary structural aspects and elements relied upon to perform the foundation function. Also reviewed is the relationship between adjacent foundations, including the methods of separation provided where such separation is used to minimize seismic interaction between the buildings. In particular, the type of foundation is identified and its structural characteristics are examined. Among the various types of foundations reviewed are mat-foundations and footings, including individual column footings, combined footings supporting more than one column, and wall footings supporting bearing walls. Other types of foundations that may also be used are pile foundations, drilled caissons, caissons for water front structures, such as a pumphouse, and rock anchor systems. These types of foundation are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The major plant Category I foundations that are reviewed, together with the descriptive information, are listed below: Rev. 1 - July 1981 USNRC STAN(ARD REVIEW PLAN Standard review plans are prepared for the guidance of the Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation staff responsible for the review of applicatons to construct and operate nuclear power plants. These documents are made available to the public as part of the Commission's policy to Inform the nuclear indutry and the general public of regulatory procedures and policies. Standard review plans are not substitutes for regulatory guides or the Commission's regulations and compliance with them Is not required. The standard review plan sections are keyed to the Standard Format and Content of Safety Analysis