A Modelling Study of Alternatives for the Management of Uranium Wastes

Abstract

The CHINTEX model was used to analyse the environmental impact from several management options for large quantities of uranium wastes. These included stabilization of the existing waste disposal sites, disposal in an engineered near surface disposal facility, and disposal in underground caverns. The process of modelling the above facilities lead to an enhanced understanding of the critical features of the management facilities and the surrounding environment. The modelling tool, the modelling process, and the significant results of the modelling are discussed in the present paper.