ML19282C173

LER 79-007/04T-0 on 790228:sulfuric Acid Was Discharged Onto Ground Via Storm Drains Near Storage Tank.Caused by Pipe Weld Failure.Spill Isolated & Contained,Leak Located & Welded

ML19282C173
Person / Time
Site:	Calvert Cliffs
Issue date:	03/14/1979
From:	Eherts R BALTIMORE GAS & ELECTRIC CO.
To:	NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION I)
Shared Package
ML19282C169	List: ML19282C168 ML19282C173
References
LER-79-007-04T, LER-79-7-4T, NUDOCS 7903210134
Download: ML19282C173 (2)

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