Data and Observations of Single-Shell Flammable Gas Watch List Tank Behavior.

摘要

This report summarizes the available data, observations, and analyses performed relating to flammable gas generation, retention, and release in the nineteen single-shell nuclear waste storage tanks at the Hanford Site that are on the Flammable Gas Watch List (Public Law 101-510 1990). The tanks and the waste they contain are described in terms of their fill history, chemistry, and waste physical properties and configuration. In-situ measurement and monitoring systems are described and their data are summarized. The gas generation rates, retained gas volumes, and the spontaneous and induced gas release history of each tank are discussed. Saltwell pumping activities are also summarized, and the effects of pumping on gas generation, retention, and release are described.