Gamma and beta logging of underground sewer and process lines

Technical Report · Wed Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1989

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5320398· OSTI ID:5320398

Rangel, M. J.; Martz, D. E.; Langner, Jr., G. H.

The GammaSnake can be useful for locating uranium mill tailings used as backfill for sewer lines or storm drains where the lines can be readily accessed from a cleanout access port or other opening. The time required to determine if contamination is present using the GammaSnake method is considerably less than when using the delta gamma or drilling methods. There is, also, less potential hazard to the equipment operators when using the GammaSnake method. The GammaSnake method is generally limited to a distance of 100 feet or less. Used with the MAC-51B line locator, the GammaSnake method can provide useful information without extensive drilling or surveying. 7 figs., 2 tabs.

• Research Organization: UNC Geotech, Grand Junction, CO (USA)
• Sponsoring Organization: DOE/NE
• DOE Contract Number: AC07-86ID12584
• OSTI ID: 5320398
• Report Number(s): DOE/ID/12584-45; UNC/GJ-49(TMC); ON: DE90002598; TRN: 89-032023
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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