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Idaho
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Project Overview: |
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In situ jet grouting was used to encapsulate blocks of beryllium that were disposed of in the
Subsurface Disposal Area (SDA) of the Radioactive Waste Management Complex at the Idaho National
Engineering Laboratory. The process injected a paraffin-based grout at high pressure at depths
of 3 to 25 feet below ground. This grout was injected to solidify and reduce the migration of
contaminants from the beryllium blocks.
Prior to the work within the SDA, an Operational Grout Test (cold test) was performed at Layne
GeoConstruction’s Salt Lake City Facility. The cold test was a means for Layne to demonstrate
operational readiness prior to entering the SDA. The cold test followed all approved procedures
from the Vendor Data Submittals while successfully injecting the wax grout in a simulated Soil
Vault Row containing 55 gallon drums, pipes, miscellaneous debris, and unconsolidated native soil.
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Value of Work Performed: |
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$2,890,000
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Project Duration: |
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4 months |
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Project Completion Date: |
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October 2004 |
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Project Reference: |
Project Owner
Department of Energy
Idaho National Engineering Laboratory
General Contractor
Bechtel BWXT
Mike Drake
(208) 526-2593
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