Transportation of radioactive materials: a summary of state and local legislative requirements for the period ending December 31, 1985

Time/motion observations and dose analysis of reactor loading, transportation, and dry unloading of an overweight truck spent fuel shipment

“…The regulations that are identified for each state are in addition to the requirements identified in 49 CFR. All states, except Idaho and Oklahoma, have passed legis1 ation regarding the transportation of spent fuel through their respective states (Knox et al 1986). Over a period of time, overweight shipments can damage bridges, overpasses, or road surfaces; therefore, some states have regulated overweight shipments generally through the use of increased tariffs.…”

“…No legislation has been identified for Wyoming (Knox et al 1986). ' The governor, by Governor Order, has requested that shippers of radioactive materials contact the State Patrol prior to entry and wait at the port of entry for a State Patrol escort through the state.…”

“…Idaho has nuclear fuel w Idaho (1986 Requlationsk not passed any legislation regulating the transport of spent thin its boundaries (Knox et al 1986). The travel of nonstandard shipments is restricted during holidays, Saturday evenings, Sundays, and at night.…”