At approximately 0125 [hrs. CDT], the AquaDam providing enhanced flood protection for
FCS [Ft. Calhoun Station] Unit 1 failed. At 0221, as a precautionary measure, DG-2 [Diesel Generator] was automatically started per plant procedure to divorce bus 1A4 from offsite power. At 0250, DG-1 was automatically started to divorce bus 1A3. Both
Emergency Diesel Generators loaded on buses as designed.
345KV and 161KV offsite power remain available.
This is reportable pursuant to 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A), 'System Actuation of the Emergency Diesel Generators'. All safety related flood protection barriers remain in place.
Current river level is 1006.5' MSL and stable. FCS remains in a NOUE [Notification of Unusual Event] due to high river level.
NRC personnel stationed onsite for flood monitoring have been informed.