The following information is a summary of the information provided by the licensee via telephone and email:
While in transport from Grand Rapids, MI to Franklin, WI, a Troxler moisture density gauge fell off the trailer and into a median of I-94 near Coloma, MI. The gauge was discovered and secured by another company knowledgeable with gauge use until the licensee was able to retrieve it. The licensee has secured and transported the gauge to their office until a service provider can retrieve it. There is no indication that the gauge has leaked. The date the gauge fell off the trailer is unclear at this time. The gauge was in the control of a transportation service beginning 11/30/2022. The Michigan Department of Transportation and Michigan State Police have been notified of the event (complaint number 53-4067-22).
Gauge information:
Manufacturer: Troxler
Model: 3430
SN: 31413
Source Info:
Am241: serial number 47-1397 [nominal 40 mCi]
Cs137: serial number 750-6146 [nominal 8 mCi]