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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eference made to the relevant reports for a more detailed presentation. The historic seismicity of the region should also be discussed. Where possible, associate seismic events with tectonic features. Reference the data provided in the license application in order to avoid unnecessary duplication. 2.6 Regional Historic, Archeological, Architectural, Scenic, Cultural, and Natural Landmarks Areas valued for their historic, archeological, architectural, scenic, cultural, or natural significance may be affected. The environmental report should include a brief discussion of the historic, archeological, architectural, scenic, cultural, and natural significance, if any, of the disposal site and nearby areas with specific attention to the sites and areas listed in the National Registry of Natural Landmarks, properties included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places, and areas listed in any existing State or local register. The environmental report should identify those properties included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places or any State or local register located within the area of the project's potential environ- mental impact. Also discuss the consultation with the appropriate State Historic Preservation Officer and State Archeologist concerning the identification of properties included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register or any existing State or local register. 9 2.7 Background Radiological and Chemical Characteristics 2.7.1 Radiological Characteristics Describe the natural background radiation levels in the immediate vicinity of the site. The discussion should include the concentrations of radioactive materials found in important biota, soil, geological formations, regional sur- face water, and local ground water as established by the preoperational radio- logical monitoring program. 2.7.2 Chemical Characteristics Describe the chemical properties of the site and its immediate