Document: NRC Regulatory Guide
Document ID: 2654196f-c25a-40d1-8edc-e828353b6377
Document Type: regulatory_guide
Title: Standard Format and Content of Environmental Reports for Near-Surface Disposal of Radioactive Waste + HISTORY - HISTORY 04/1982 – Draft WM 013-4
Source: NRC Regulatory Guide Division 4
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML1218/ML12187A698.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
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Section ID: RG-4.18
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section. 4.2.2.5 Other Effects. Discuss any effects of operation that do not clearly fall under any single topic of paragraphs 4.2.2.1 through 4.2.2.4. These may include changes in land and water use at the project site; interaction of the tacility with other existing or projected neighboring facilities; effects of construction and operation of roads, transmission corridors, railroads, etc.; and disposal of solid and liquid wastes other than those already discussed. 4.2.3 Facility Closure Activities This section should describe the interaction of the closure activities and the environment. Such activities are expected to include dismantling, decon- tamination, filling, grading, revegetation, marking, and capping. A statement should be made that includes a listing and description of the various activities that will be considered part of closure at the facility. Because of the short duration of the activities, the information requirements of this section, as described below, are similar to those of Section 4.2.1, which also deals with activities of short duration. 4.2.3.1 Land Use and Terrestrial Impacts. Describe how closure activities may disturb the existing terrain and wildlife habitats. Identify any impacts that will result from or be enhanced by closure activities. Of the impacts identified, indicate whether these will be temporary and end with facility closure or whether they will continue after the facility has been closed. Discuss measures designed to mitigate or reverse undesirable effects such as erosion control, dust stabilization, landscape restoration, control of truck traffic, and restoration of affected habitats. The discussion should also include any effects of site closure activities the consequences of which may be beneficial to the region. 4.2.3.2 Water Use and Aquatic Impacts. The discussion of water use should describe the impact of facility closure activities on area water sources. Such 20 r activities may include use of water for