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Geologic and geophysical characterization studies of Yucca Mountain, Nevada, a potential high-level radioactive-waste repository

Data Series 58
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https://doi.org/10.3133/ds58

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In recognition of a critical national need for permanent radioactive-waste storage, Yucca Mountain in southwestern Nevada has been investigated by Federal agencies since the 1970's, as a potential geologic disposal site. In 1987, Congress selected Yucca Mountain for an expanded and more detailed site characterization effort. As an integral part of this program, the U.S. Geological Survey began a series of detailed geologic, geophysical, and related investigations designed to characterize the tectonic setting, fault behavior, and seismicity of the Yucca Mountain area. This document presents the results of 13 studies of the tectonic environment of Yucca Mountain, in support of a broad goal to assess the effects of future seismic and fault activity in the area on design, long-term performance, and safe operation of the potential surface and subsurface repository facilities.

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Whitney, J., Keefer, W.R., 2000, Geologic and geophysical characterization studies of Yucca Mountain, Nevada, a potential high-level radioactive-waste repository (Version 1.0): U.S. Geological Survey Data Series 58, Title Page: 14 Chapters, https://doi.org/10.3133/ds58.

ISSN: 2327-638X (online)

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Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Geologic and geophysical characterization studies of Yucca Mountain, Nevada, a potential high-level radioactive-waste repository
Series title Data Series
Series number 58
ISBN 0607948221
DOI 10.3133/ds58
Edition Version 1.0
Year Published 2000
Language English
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher location Reston, VA
Description Title Page: 14 Chapters
Country United States
State Nevada
Other Geospatial Yucca Mountain
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