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3.4A.2.3.2 Main Feedwater System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the main feedwater system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2, the applicant used Note I and identified no aging effect for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and valve bodies externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.
3.4A.2.3.2 Main Feedwater System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the main feedwater system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2, the applicant used Note I and identified no aging effect for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and valve bodies externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.
Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401, which states that the applicable components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.
Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401, which states that the applicable components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.
The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AERM or AMP. On the basis that-the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment  
The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AERM or AMP. On the basis that-the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment
{e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.
{e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.
On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL
On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL
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The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AEM or AMP. On the basis that the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment (e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.
The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AEM or AMP. On the basis that the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment (e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.
On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.4.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the steam and power conversion system components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.4.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the steam and power conversion system components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
3-492 OAGI0001368 00790
3-492 OAGI0001368 00790 3.5 Aging Management of Containments, Structures, and Component Supports This section of the SER documents the staff's review of the applicant's AMR results for the containment, structure, and component support components and component groups of: * * *
 
* containment building water control structures turbine building, auxiliary building, and other structures bulk commodities 3.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 3.5 provides AMR results for structures, structural components, and component supports.
===3.5 Aging===
Management of Containments, Structures, and Component Supports This section of the SER documents the staff's review of the applicant's AMR results for the containment, structure, and component support components and component groups of: * * *
* containment building water control structures turbine building, auxiliary building, and other structures bulk commodities  
 
====3.5.1 Summary====
of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 3.5 provides AMR results for structures, structural components, and component supports.
LRA Table 3.5.1, "Summary of Aging Management Programs for Structures and Component Supports Evaluated in Chapters II and Ill of NUREG-1801  
LRA Table 3.5.1, "Summary of Aging Management Programs for Structures and Component Supports Evaluated in Chapters II and Ill of NUREG-1801  
,"is a summary comparison of the applicant's AMRs with those evaluated in the GALL Report. The applicant's AMRs evaluated and incorporated applicable plant-specific and industry operating experience in the determination of AERMs. The plant-specific evaluation included condition reports and discussions with appropriate site personnel to identify AERMs. The applicant's review of industry operating experience included a review of the GALL Report and operating experience issues identified since the issuance of the GALL Report. 3.5.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5 to determine whether the applicant provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the containments, structures, and component supports components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR, will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
,"is a summary comparison of the applicant's AMRs with those evaluated in the GALL Report. The applicant's AMRs evaluated and incorporated applicable plant-specific and industry operating experience in the determination of AERMs. The plant-specific evaluation included condition reports and discussions with appropriate site personnel to identify AERMs. The applicant's review of industry operating experience included a review of the GALL Report and operating experience issues identified since the issuance of the GALL Report. 3.5.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5 to determine whether the applicant provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the containments, structures, and component supports components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR, will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
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*. Evaluation  
*. Evaluation  
'su*pplements, h1.GALL or Report Amendments PWR Concrete (Reinforced and Prestressed) and Steel Containments Concrete elements:
'su*pplements, h1.GALL or Report Amendments PWR Concrete (Reinforced and Prestressed) and Steel Containments Concrete elements:
walls, dome, ba'semat, ring girder, buttresses, containment (as applicable).  
walls, dome, ba'semat, ring girder, buttresses, containment (as applicable).
(3.5.1-1)
(3.5.1-1)
Concrete elements; All (3.5;1-2}
Concrete elements; All (3.5;1-2}
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* system. through the period of extended qperation. *.' 3-494 Containment lnservice InspeCtion (CII) -IWL, and Structures Monitoring Not applicable Consistent with GALL Report after resolution of Open Item 3.5-1 (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1} . Notapplicable (See SER Section OAGI0001368 00792 Concrete elements: .foundation, sub-foundation (3.5.1-3)
* system. through the period of extended qperation. *.' 3-494 Containment lnservice InspeCtion (CII) -IWL, and Structures Monitoring Not applicable Consistent with GALL Report after resolution of Open Item 3.5-1 (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1} . Notapplicable (See SER Section OAGI0001368 00792 Concrete elements: .foundation, sub-foundation (3.5.1-3)
Concrete elements:
Concrete elements:
dome, wall, basemat, ring girder, buttresses, containment, concrete fill-in annulus (as applicable)  
dome, wall, basemat, ring girder, buttresses, containment, concrete fill-in annulus (as applicable)
(3.5.1-4)
(3.5.1-4)
Steel elements:
Steel elements:
dryviell; torus; drywell head; embedded shell and
dryviell; torus; drywell head; embedded shell and
* sand pocket regions; drywell support skirt; tori.Js ring girder; downcomers; liner plate, ECCS suction header, support skirt, region shielded by diaphragm floor, suppression chamber (as applicable)  
* sand pocket regions; drywell support skirt; tori.Js ring girder; downcomers; liner plate, ECCS suction header, support skirt, region shielded by diaphragm floor, suppression chamber (as applicable)
(3.5.1-5)
(3.5.1-5)
Steel elements:
Steel elements:
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Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1)
Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1)
OAGI0001368 00793   
OAGI0001368 00793   
*. Coinporient Group Aging Effect/ AMP In GALL Further AMP in LRA, Staff Evaluation  
*. Coinporient Group Aging Effect/ AMP In GALL Further AMP in LRA, Staff Evaluation
:(GALL Report Mechanism Report Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) ..  
:(GALL Report Mechanism Report Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) ..  
**. or*.* ..... Report . Amendments*.  
**. or*.* ..... Report . Amendments*.  
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' ; All Groups except . Loss of material Group 6: accessible (spalling, and inaccessible scaling) and concrete:
' ; All Groups except . Loss of material Group 6: accessible (spalling, and inaccessible scaling) and concrete:
foundation cracking due to (3.5.1-26)
foundation cracking due to (3.5.1-26)
* freeze-thaw  
* freeze-thaw
: ' All Groups except
: ' All Groups except
* Cracking due to Group 6: accessible expansion due. and inaccessible to reaction with interior/exterior.
* Cracking due to Group 6: accessible expansion due. and inaccessible to reaction with interior/exterior.
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See SER Section 3.5.2.1 Consistent with GALL Report OAGI0001368 00802 Component Group Aging Effect/ AMP in GALL Further AMP In LRA, Staff Evaluation (GALL Report Mechanism Report . Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) in GALL .. or . . *Report* _Amendments . **'. , .. ,, Groups 91.1, 91.2, Loss of lSI (IWF) No ISI-IWF See SER Section and 91.3: constant mechanical 3.5.2.1 and variable load function due to spring hangers; corrosion, : guides; stops; distortion, dirt, (3.5.1-54) overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads Steel, galvanized Loss of material Boric Acid Corrosion No Boric Acid Consistent with . steel, and aluminum due to boric acid . Corrosion GALL Report support members; corrosion Prevention welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure  
See SER Section 3.5.2.1 Consistent with GALL Report OAGI0001368 00802 Component Group Aging Effect/ AMP in GALL Further AMP In LRA, Staff Evaluation (GALL Report Mechanism Report . Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) in GALL .. or . . *Report* _Amendments . **'. , .. ,, Groups 91.1, 91.2, Loss of lSI (IWF) No ISI-IWF See SER Section and 91.3: constant mechanical 3.5.2.1 and variable load function due to spring hangers; corrosion, : guides; stops; distortion, dirt, (3.5.1-54) overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads Steel, galvanized Loss of material Boric Acid Corrosion No Boric Acid Consistent with . steel, and aluminum due to boric acid . Corrosion GALL Report support members; corrosion Prevention welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure  
-(3.5.1-55)
-(3.5.1-55)
Groups 91.1, 91.2, Loss of lSI (IWF) No ISI-IWF Consistent with and 91.3: sliding mechanical GALL Report surfaces function due to (3.5.1-56) . corrosion, distortion, dirt, l overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads Groups B1.1,.B1.2, Reduction or lSI (IWF) No Not applicable Not applicable to IP and B 1.3: vibration loss of isolation (See SER Section isolation elements function, 3.5.2.1.3)  
Groups 91.1, 91.2, Loss of lSI (IWF) No ISI-IWF Consistent with and 91.3: sliding mechanical GALL Report surfaces function due to (3.5.1-56) . corrosion, distortion, dirt, l overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads Groups B1.1,.B1.2, Reduction or lSI (IWF) No Not applicable Not applicable to IP and B 1.3: vibration loss of isolation (See SER Section isolation elements function, 3.5.2.1.3)
(3.5.1-57) radiation hardening, temperature, I humidity, sustained vibratory loading Galvanized steel and None None No None Consistent with aluminum support GALL Report members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure exposed to air -* indoor uncontrolled  
(3.5.1-57) radiation hardening, temperature, I humidity, sustained vibratory loading Galvanized steel and None None No None Consistent with aluminum support GALL Report members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure exposed to air -* indoor uncontrolled  
,.-(3.5.1-58) 3-505 OAGI0001368 00803 Stainless steel None support members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure (3.5.1-59)
,.-(3.5.1-58) 3-505 OAGI0001368 00803 Stainless steel None support members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure (3.5.1-59)
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During the phone call of September 3, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to clarify the use of the later ACI 201.2R-77 since the editions of the ASTM standards may have changed between 1963 and 1977. In its letter dated November 6, 2008, the applicant stated that IP structures designed in accordance with ACI 318-63 align with many of the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.
During the phone call of September 3, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to clarify the use of the later ACI 201.2R-77 since the editions of the ASTM standards may have changed between 1963 and 1977. In its letter dated November 6, 2008, the applicant stated that IP structures designed in accordance with ACI 318-63 align with many of the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.
As mentioned above, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response when the SER with Open Items was issued. Therefore, this issue was identified as part of Open Item 3.5-1. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated November 6, 2008, and determined that the staff required additional clarifications related to satisfaction of the GALL Report criteria for establishing concrete durability, and the applicant's claim that there are no applicable concrete aging effects requiring management.
As mentioned above, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response when the SER with Open Items was issued. Therefore, this issue was identified as part of Open Item 3.5-1. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated November 6, 2008, and determined that the staff required additional clarifications related to satisfaction of the GALL Report criteria for establishing concrete durability, and the applicant's claim that there are no applicable concrete aging effects requiring management.
In an effort to resolve this open item, the staff issued follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1, dated April 3, 2009, which requested the following information:  
In an effort to resolve this open item, the staff issued follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1, dated April 3, 2009, which requested the following information:
: a. In the clarification to LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (Part 1) on page 6 of Attachment 1 to letter NL-08-169, the applicant stated that it used Method 2 of Section 502 of ACI 318-63 by testing trial mixes to determine the water-cement ratios for the concrete mix design of the IP containments and other structures.
: a. In the clarification to LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (Part 1) on page 6 of Attachment 1 to letter NL-08-169, the applicant stated that it used Method 2 of Section 502 of ACI 318-63 by testing trial mixes to determine the water-cement ratios for the concrete mix design of the IP containments and other structures.
In order for the staff to evaluate the quality and durability of concrete in IP structures that may be subject to degradation during the period of extended operation, the staff requests the applicant to define the water-cement ratio that was used at the time of construction.
In order for the staff to evaluate the quality and durability of concrete in IP structures that may be subject to degradation during the period of extended operation, the staff requests the applicant to define the water-cement ratio that was used at the time of construction.
Additionally, to assist the staff in understanding the parameters related to concrete strength and durability during the period of extended operation, the applicant is requested to describe the methodology used to establish the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2. The applicant is requested to provide a summary of the results of statistical analyses performed, if any, of the original concrete strength tests, including number of samples, raw strength values from the test, the mean, the standard deviation, and the original criterion (e.g., mean minus 1 standard deviation, coefficient of variation) used to confirm that the required compressive strength was achieved.
Additionally, to assist the staff in understanding the parameters related to concrete strength and durability during the period of extended operation, the applicant is requested to describe the methodology used to establish the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2. The applicant is requested to provide a summary of the results of statistical analyses performed, if any, of the original concrete strength tests, including number of samples, raw strength values from the test, the mean, the standard deviation, and the original criterion (e.g., mean minus 1 standard deviation, coefficient of variation) used to confirm that the required compressive strength was achieved.
The applicant is requested to provide this information for the IP containments and other related IP Unit 2 and 3 concrete structures, including the refueling cavities and the spent fuel pools, to support the applicant's view that IP 3-515 OAGI0001368 00813 concrete meets the requirements of Method 2 in Section 502 of ACI 318-63 and the intent of ACI 201.2R-77.  
The applicant is requested to provide this information for the IP containments and other related IP Unit 2 and 3 concrete structures, including the refueling cavities and the spent fuel pools, to support the applicant's view that IP 3-515 OAGI0001368 00813 concrete meets the requirements of Method 2 in Section 502 of ACI 318-63 and the intent of ACI 201.2R-77.
: b. If the applicant is unable to provide the information requested in part (a} above, the applicant is requested to explain how the aging effects on concrete will be adequately managed and safety margins will be determined during the period of extended operation.
: b. If the applicant is unable to provide the information requested in part (a} above, the applicant is requested to explain how the aging effects on concrete will be adequately managed and safety margins will be determined during the period of extended operation.
By letter dated May 1, 2009, Entergy responded to follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1 stating that: Pour data samples taken during construction show water-to-cement ratio used at IPEC ranged from a low of 0.488 (equipment hatch area) to a high-of 0.611 (containment el. 68') with an average ratio at the time of construction of 0.534. The method used to confirm the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other safety-related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2 is testing of actual field samples taken during construction.
By letter dated May 1, 2009, Entergy responded to follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1 stating that: Pour data samples taken during construction show water-to-cement ratio used at IPEC ranged from a low of 0.488 (equipment hatch area) to a high-of 0.611 (containment el. 68') with an average ratio at the time of construction of 0.534. The method used to confirm the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other safety-related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2 is testing of actual field samples taken during construction.
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The applicant further -stated that this reduction in strength was acceptable since the original concrete compressive strength tests showed an actual strength more than 15 percent higher than the design strength 3-519 OAGI0001368 00817 of 3000 psi. The applicant did not state how it addressed the reduction in modulus of elasticity and its effect in the evaluation.
The applicant further -stated that this reduction in strength was acceptable since the original concrete compressive strength tests showed an actual strength more than 15 percent higher than the design strength 3-519 OAGI0001368 00817 of 3000 psi. The applicant did not state how it addressed the reduction in modulus of elasticity and its effect in the evaluation.
At the time of issuance of the SER with Open Items, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response; therefore, this issue was identified as Open Item 3.5-2. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated November 6, 2008, and concluded that the staff required additional clarifications before it could determine that the effects of elevated temperature on the IP2 containment structure had been adequately evaluated.
At the time of issuance of the SER with Open Items, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response; therefore, this issue was identified as Open Item 3.5-2. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated November 6, 2008, and concluded that the staff required additional clarifications before it could determine that the effects of elevated temperature on the IP2 containment structure had been adequately evaluated.
In an effort to resolve this open item, the staff issued follow-up RAI 5: Open Item 3.5-2, dated April 3, 2009, which requested the following information:  
In an effort to resolve this open item, the staff issued follow-up RAI 5: Open Item 3.5-2, dated April 3, 2009, which requested the following information:
: a. Clearly explain the role of the air-to-air heat exchangers in cooling the concrete around the hot piping penetrations.
: a. Clearly explain the role of the air-to-air heat exchangers in cooling the concrete around the hot piping penetrations.
Include the normal operating temperature of the concrete as well as the maximum concrete temperature assuming failure of the heat exchangers.  
Include the normal operating temperature of the concrete as well as the maximum concrete temperature assuming failure of the heat exchangers.
: b. In the clarification to LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (Part 3) on page 7 of Attachment 1 to letter NL-08-169, the applicant stated that a 15% reduction of concrete strength could be expected when reaching temperatures of 250 °F and that concrete compressive strength tests showed an actual strength more than 15% higher than design strength.
: b. In the clarification to LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (Part 3) on page 7 of Attachment 1 to letter NL-08-169, the applicant stated that a 15% reduction of concrete strength could be expected when reaching temperatures of 250 °F and that concrete compressive strength tests showed an actual strength more than 15% higher than design strength.
Please provide the methodology used to arrive at the conclusion that the actual concrete strength is more than 15% greater than 3000 psi, (i.e., greater than 3450 psi). Provide a summary of the results, including number of samples, raw strength values from the test, the mean, the standard deviation, and the original criterion (e.g., mean minus 1 standard deviation) used to confirm that the claimed strength was achieved.
Please provide the methodology used to arrive at the conclusion that the actual concrete strength is more than 15% greater than 3000 psi, (i.e., greater than 3450 psi). Provide a summary of the results, including number of samples, raw strength values from the test, the mean, the standard deviation, and the original criterion (e.g., mean minus 1 standard deviation) used to confirm that the claimed strength was achieved.
Explain how consideration was given to the reduction in modulus of elasticity in the high temperature concrete evaluation.  
Explain how consideration was given to the reduction in modulus of elasticity in the high temperature concrete evaluation.
: c. If the applicant is unable to provide the information requested above, the applicant is requested to explain how the aging effects on concrete, due to high temperatures, will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.
: c. If the applicant is unable to provide the information requested above, the applicant is requested to explain how the aging effects on concrete, due to high temperatures, will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.
By letter dated May 1, 2009, Entergy responded to follow-up RAI 5: Open Item 3.5-2, in which it stated: a. The air-to-air heat exchangers are discussed in IPEC 2 & 3 UFSAR Section 5.1.4.2.2 and Section 5.1.4 respectively.
By letter dated May 1, 2009, Entergy responded to follow-up RAI 5: Open Item 3.5-2, in which it stated: a. The air-to-air heat exchangers are discussed in IPEC 2 & 3 UFSAR Section 5.1.4.2.2 and Section 5.1.4 respectively.
The function of the hot penetration cooling (HPC) system is to provide a cooling medium that will limit the temperature of the containment concrete surrounding a thermally hot penetrating line. Operating procedures require the system to be placed in service whenever RCS temperature is > 150 °F. The HPC system comprises two separate and non-interconnected subsystems.
The function of the hot penetration cooling (HPC) system is to provide a cooling medium that will limit the temperature of the containment concrete surrounding a thermally hot penetrating line. Operating procedures require the system to be placed in service whenever RCS temperature is > 150 °F. The HPC system comprises two separate and non-interconnected subsystems.
Each subsystem is composed of 2 positive displacement blowers, valves, air-to-air heat exchangers and connecting piping. Each 3-520 OAGI0001368 00818 of the subsystems blowers supplies air from outside the building to the air-to-air heat exchanger which cools the space between the process line insulation and the penetration sleeve. The air-to-air heat exchanger is made by welding together one flat sheet on one embossed sheet of 10-gauge carbon steel. The embossment forms the coolant channels, through which the HPC system air passes. The unit is rolled into the form of a cylinder with an outside diameter of the penetration sleeve and inside diameter that allows placement over the outside of the pipe insulation  
Each subsystem is composed of 2 positive displacement blowers, valves, air-to-air heat exchangers and connecting piping. Each 3-520 OAGI0001368 00818 of the subsystems blowers supplies air from outside the building to the air-to-air heat exchanger which cools the space between the process line insulation and the penetration sleeve. The air-to-air heat exchanger is made by welding together one flat sheet on one embossed sheet of 10-gauge carbon steel. The embossment forms the coolant channels, through which the HPC system air passes. The unit is rolled into the form of a cylinder with an outside diameter of the penetration sleeve and inside diameter that allows placement over the outside of the pipe insulation
[The applicant referred to Figures 8 and 9 in the response].
[The applicant referred to Figures 8 and 9 in the response].
A typical hot penetration detail is shown in IP2 and IP3 UFSAR Fig 5.1-30 and 5.1-12 respectively.
A typical hot penetration detail is shown in IP2 and IP3 UFSAR Fig 5.1-30 and 5.1-12 respectively.
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Analyses have been performed to characterize the concrete temperature response in the very unlikely event of system failure. To evaluate this scenario, I PEG performed a transient heat transfer analysis of containment hot piping penetrations.
Analyses have been performed to characterize the concrete temperature response in the very unlikely event of system failure. To evaluate this scenario, I PEG performed a transient heat transfer analysis of containment hot piping penetrations.
The results of the analysis indicated that in the improbable case that all cooling air would be lost to these penetrations, the surrounding concrete temperature at the hottest 3-521 OAGI0001368 00819 penetration (main steam piping) would increase by about 80 °F in approximately 100 hours. It is highly improbable that cooling air would be lost for as much as 1 00 hours since the failure of any of the air blower drive motors is alarmed in the control room and operator daily walk downs would identify system deficiencies.
The results of the analysis indicated that in the improbable case that all cooling air would be lost to these penetrations, the surrounding concrete temperature at the hottest 3-521 OAGI0001368 00819 penetration (main steam piping) would increase by about 80 °F in approximately 100 hours. It is highly improbable that cooling air would be lost for as much as 1 00 hours since the failure of any of the air blower drive motors is alarmed in the control room and operator daily walk downs would identify system deficiencies.
Even if the adjoining concrete did reach temperatures of 250-300 °F, the strength of the structure would not be impaired for the following reasons: 1) No credit was taken for the tensile strength of the concrete around the penetrations.  
Even if the adjoining concrete did reach temperatures of 250-300 °F, the strength of the structure would not be impaired for the following reasons: 1) No credit was taken for the tensile strength of the concrete around the penetrations.
: 2) These temperatures have substantially no effect on the strength of the penetration sleeve or the reinforcing bar in the area of the penetration.  
: 2) These temperatures have substantially no effect on the strength of the penetration sleeve or the reinforcing bar in the area of the penetration.
: b. The method used to arrive at the conclusion that the actual concrete strength is at least 15% greater than 3000 psi, (i.e., greater than 3450 psi) is review of actual concrete test results. The results of concrete samples taken and tested during construction in accordance with the requirements of ACI provide assurance that the minimum design strength of 3000 psi was achieved; Actual test results show that the containment shell and internal concrete had an average compressive strength of 4050 psi as indicated in response to Follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1. No reduction in modulus of elasticity is expected for short term exposure of concrete to temperatures at or below 250 °F. Consideration of high temperatures effects on the modulus of elasticity was evaluated during the high temperature concrete evaluation.
: b. The method used to arrive at the conclusion that the actual concrete strength is at least 15% greater than 3000 psi, (i.e., greater than 3450 psi) is review of actual concrete test results. The results of concrete samples taken and tested during construction in accordance with the requirements of ACI provide assurance that the minimum design strength of 3000 psi was achieved; Actual test results show that the containment shell and internal concrete had an average compressive strength of 4050 psi as indicated in response to Follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1. No reduction in modulus of elasticity is expected for short term exposure of concrete to temperatures at or below 250 °F. Consideration of high temperatures effects on the modulus of elasticity was evaluated during the high temperature concrete evaluation.
A review of information gathered from industry literature on effects of temperature concluded that concrete does not experience a significant reduction in elastic modulus due to exposure to temperatures less than 300 °F. Based on this data, no reduction in strength or modulus of elasticity was determined in the evaluation.
A review of information gathered from industry literature on effects of temperature concluded that concrete does not experience a significant reduction in elastic modulus due to exposure to temperatures less than 300 °F. Based on this data, no reduction in strength or modulus of elasticity was determined in the evaluation.
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SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.6 states fatigue analyses included in CLB for the containment liner plate and penetrations are TLAAs as defined in 10 CFR 54.3. TLAAs are required to be evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c). The staff's review of the applicant's containment liner plate TLAA is documented in SER Section 4.6. Cracking Due to Stress Corrosion Cracking.
SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.6 states fatigue analyses included in CLB for the containment liner plate and penetrations are TLAAs as defined in 10 CFR 54.3. TLAAs are required to be evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c). The staff's review of the applicant's containment liner plate TLAA is documented in SER Section 4.6. Cracking Due to Stress Corrosion Cracking.
The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.
The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.
7 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.  
7 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.
: 7. In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.
: 7. In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.
7, the applicant stated that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of inspection methods to detect cracking due to sec since visual VT-3 examinations may be unable to detect this aging effect. Potentially susceptible components at IP are penetration sleeves and bellows. The applicant also stated that stress corrosion cracking (SCC) is an aging mechanism that requires the simultaneous action of an aggressive chemical environment, sustained tensile stress, and a susceptible material.
7, the applicant stated that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of inspection methods to detect cracking due to sec since visual VT-3 examinations may be unable to detect this aging effect. Potentially susceptible components at IP are penetration sleeves and bellows. The applicant also stated that stress corrosion cracking (SCC) is an aging mechanism that requires the simultaneous action of an aggressive chemical environment, sustained tensile stress, and a susceptible material.
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Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregate.
Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregate.
and Increase in Porosity and Permeability Due to Leaching of Calcium Hydroxide.
and Increase in Porosity and Permeability Due to Leaching of Calcium Hydroxide.
The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 0 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.1  
The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 0 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.1
: 0. In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 0, the applicant stated that in accordance with the GALL Report, aging management is not required because IP containment concrete (walls, dome, basemat and ring girder) is designed in accordance with specification ACI 318, Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete, and concrete specification requires that the potential reactivity of aggregates be tested in accordance with ASTM C 289 and ASTM C 227. Also ASTM C 295 shall be used to identify elements in the aggregate which may be unfavorably reactive with alkalis in cement. The applicant states that concrete structures are not exposed to flowing water and the concrete used was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for durability.
: 0. In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 0, the applicant stated that in accordance with the GALL Report, aging management is not required because IP containment concrete (walls, dome, basemat and ring girder) is designed in accordance with specification ACI 318, Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete, and concrete specification requires that the potential reactivity of aggregates be tested in accordance with ASTM C 289 and ASTM C 227. Also ASTM C 295 shall be used to identify elements in the aggregate which may be unfavorably reactive with alkalis in cement. The applicant states that concrete structures are not exposed to flowing water and the concrete used was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for durability.
Therefore, according to the applicant, reaction with aggregates and increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide is not an applicable aging mechanism for IP concrete structures.
Therefore, according to the applicant, reaction with aggregates and increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide is not an applicable aging mechanism for IP concrete structures.
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The below-grade environment for IP is not aggressive and concrete is designed in accordance with specification ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete," which results in low permeability and resistance to aggressive chemical solutions by providing a high cement, low water/cement ratio, proper curing and adequate air content (between 4% and 6% ). Water-cement ratios were in accordance with requirements of the version of ACI 318 used in IP construction, which allows a ratio of up to 0.576 for concrete with the compressive strength specified for IP concrete.
The below-grade environment for IP is not aggressive and concrete is designed in accordance with specification ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete," which results in low permeability and resistance to aggressive chemical solutions by providing a high cement, low water/cement ratio, proper curing and adequate air content (between 4% and 6% ). Water-cement ratios were in accordance with requirements of the version of ACI 318 used in IP construction, which allows a ratio of up to 0.576 for concrete with the compressive strength specified for IP concrete.
Although specified water-cement ratios fall outside the established range of 0.35 to 0.45 provided in the guidance of the GALL Report, IP concrete meets the specifications of ACI to ensure acceptable quality concrete is obtained.
Although specified water-cement ratios fall outside the established range of 0.35 to 0.45 provided in the guidance of the GALL Report, IP concrete meets the specifications of ACI to ensure acceptable quality concrete is obtained.
Therefore, cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 9 structures.  
Therefore, cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 9 structures.
(2) Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Aggressive Chemical Attack for Groups 1-5, 7, 9 Structures Aggressive chemical attack becomes significant to concrete exposed to an aggressive environment.
(2) Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Aggressive Chemical Attack for Groups 1-5, 7, 9 Structures Aggressive chemical attack becomes significant to concrete exposed to an aggressive environment.
Resistance to mild acid attack is enhanced by using a dense concrete with low permeability and a low water-to..,cement ratio. These groups of structures at IP use a dense low-permeable concrete with a water-to-cement ratio that met the ACI 318 requirements, which provides an acceptable degree of protection against aggressive chemical attack. Water chemical analysis results confirm that the site groundwater is non-aggressive.
Resistance to mild acid attack is enhanced by using a dense concrete with low permeability and a low water-to..,cement ratio. These groups of structures at IP use a dense low-permeable concrete with a water-to-cement ratio that met the ACI 318 requirements, which provides an acceptable degree of protection against aggressive chemical attack. Water chemical analysis results confirm that the site groundwater is non-aggressive.
IP concrete is constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for durability.
IP concrete is constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for durability.
3-529 OAGI0001368 00827 IP below-grade environment is not aggressive.
3-529 OAGI0001368 00827 IP below-grade environment is not aggressive.
Therefore, increase in porosity and permeability cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 9 concrete structures.  
Therefore, increase in porosity and permeability cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 9 concrete structures.
(3) Loss of Material Due to Corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, 8 Structures IP Structures Monitoring Program and Containment lnservice Inspection (CII-IWE) for containment steel liner will be used to manage this aging effect for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 8 structures.  
(3) Loss of Material Due to Corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, 8 Structures IP Structures Monitoring Program and Containment lnservice Inspection (CII-IWE) for containment steel liner will be used to manage this aging effect for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 8 structures.
(4) Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-Thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 Structures Aggregates were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards.
(4) Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-Thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 Structures Aggregates were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI318 and air entrainment percentages are within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. Therefore, loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze thaw are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 structures.  
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI318 and air entrainment percentages are within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. Therefore, loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze thaw are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 structures.
(5) Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates for Groups 1-5, 7-9 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction, which are in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for concrete durability.
(5) Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates for Groups 1-5, 7-9 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction, which are in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for concrete durability.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. Therefore, cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5, 7-9 structures is not an aging effect requiring management.  
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. Therefore, cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5, 7-9 structures is not an aging effect requiring management.
(6) Cracks and Distortion Due to Increased Stress Levels from Settlement for Groups 1-3, 5-9 Structures For Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures at IP, settlement is not credible since structures are founded on bedrock. Therefore, cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement for Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.  
(6) Cracks and Distortion Due to Increased Stress Levels from Settlement for Groups 1-3, 5-9 Structures For Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures at IP, settlement is not credible since structures are founded on bedrock. Therefore, cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement for Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.
(7) Reduction in Foundation Strength, Cracking, Differential Settlement Due to Erosion of Porous Concrete Subfoundation for Groups 1-3, 5-9 Structures IP concrete was provided in accordance with ACI 318 requirements resulting in dense, well-cured, high-strength concrete with low permeability, and a porous subfoundation is not provided.
(7) Reduction in Foundation Strength, Cracking, Differential Settlement Due to Erosion of Porous Concrete Subfoundation for Groups 1-3, 5-9 Structures IP concrete was provided in accordance with ACI 318 requirements resulting in dense, well-cured, high-strength concrete with low permeability, and a porous subfoundation is not provided.
Structures are supported on bedrock, and erosion of the subfoundation is 3-530 OAGI0001368 00828 not credible since the subfoundation bears directly against the bedrock and the possibility of loss of soil resulting in voids below the subgrade is not credible.
Structures are supported on bedrock, and erosion of the subfoundation is 3-530 OAGI0001368 00828 not credible since the subfoundation bears directly against the bedrock and the possibility of loss of soil resulting in voids below the subgrade is not credible.
Operating history has not identified settlement and therefore reduction in foundation strength, cracking, differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures.  
Operating history has not identified settlement and therefore reduction in foundation strength, cracking, differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures.
(8) Lock Up Due to Wear for Lubrite Radial Beam Seats in BWR Drywell and Other Sliding Support Surfaces IP is a reinforced concrete containment and does not contain radial beam seats; therefore, lockup due to wear for this component is not applicable.
(8) Lock Up Due to Wear for Lubrite Radial Beam Seats in BWR Drywell and Other Sliding Support Surfaces IP is a reinforced concrete containment and does not contain radial beam seats; therefore, lockup due to wear for this component is not applicable.
IP does use Lubrite plate in support applications inside containment; however, owing to the wear-resistant material used, the low frequency of movement, and the slow movement between sliding surfaces, lock-up due to wear is not an aging effect requiring management at IP. Nevertheless, Lubrite plates are included within the lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF)
IP does use Lubrite plate in support applications inside containment; however, owing to the wear-resistant material used, the low frequency of movement, and the slow movement between sliding surfaces, lock-up due to wear is not an aging effect requiring management at IP. Nevertheless, Lubrite plates are included within the lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF)
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The staff's evaluation of the above structure-aging effect combinations is provided below. (1) Cracking, Loss of Bond, and loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) due to Corrosion of embedded steel for Group 1-5, 7,9 structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
The staff's evaluation of the above structure-aging effect combinations is provided below. (1) Cracking, Loss of Bond, and loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) due to Corrosion of embedded steel for Group 1-5, 7,9 structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to 3-531 OAGI0001368 00829 manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.  
On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to 3-531 OAGI0001368 00829 manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.
(2) Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Aggressive Chemical Attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 Structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, and loss of material (spalling; scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
(2) Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Aggressive Chemical Attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 Structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, and loss of material (spalling; scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.  
On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.
(3) Loss of Material Due to Corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 Structures Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the loss of material due to corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 structures is an aging effect which will be managed by the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program. On this basis, the staff finds the monitoring of the above characteristic acceptable.  
(3) Loss of Material Due to Corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 Structures Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the loss of material due to corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 structures is an aging effect which will be managed by the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program. On this basis, the staff finds the monitoring of the above characteristic acceptable.
(4) Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-Thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 Structures Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
(4) Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-Thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 Structures Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effect, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.  
On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effect, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.
(5) Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
(5) Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.
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Such inspections should be considered a part of the evaluation.
Such inspections should be considered a part of the evaluation.
The weathering index for the continental U.S. is shown in ASTM C33-90, Fig. 1. (2) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregate in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.
The weathering index for the continental U.S. is shown in ASTM C33-90, Fig. 1. (2) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregate in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.
An aging management program is not necessary, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.  
An aging management program is not necessary, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.
(3) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement, and reduction.of foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundations could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.
(3) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement, and reduction.of foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundations could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.
The initial licensing basis for some plants included a program to monitor settlement.
The initial licensing basis for some plants included a program to monitor settlement.
If no settlement was evident during the first decade or so, the staff may have given the applicant approval to discontinue the program. However, if a watering system is relied upon for control of settlement and erosion, then the applicant is to ensure proper functioning of the de-watering system through the period of extended operation.  
If no settlement was evident during the first decade or so, the staff may have given the applicant approval to discontinue the program. However, if a watering system is relied upon for control of settlement and erosion, then the applicant is to ensure proper functioning of the de-watering system through the period of extended operation.
(4) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of aging management for inaccessible concrete areas, such as foundation and exterior walls below grade exposed to an 3-534 OAGI0001368 00832 aggressive environment.
(4) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of aging management for inaccessible concrete areas, such as foundation and exterior walls below grade exposed to an 3-534 OAGI0001368 00832 aggressive environment.
Possible aging effects are increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack, and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 structures.
Possible aging effects are increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack, and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 structures.
Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.
Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.
The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed.  
The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed.
(5) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.
(5) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.
An aging management program is not necessary, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI201.2R-77.
An aging management program is not necessary, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI201.2R-77.
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The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.4 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.4.
The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.4 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.4.
In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.4, the applicant stated that, for inaccessible areas of certain Group 6 structures, aging effects are covered by inspections in accordance with the Structures Monitoring Program. The Structures Monitoring Program will include guidance to perform periodic engineering evaluations of groundwater samples to assess aggressiveness of groundwater to concrete.
In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.4, the applicant stated that, for inaccessible areas of certain Group 6 structures, aging effects are covered by inspections in accordance with the Structures Monitoring Program. The Structures Monitoring Program will include guidance to perform periodic engineering evaluations of groundwater samples to assess aggressiveness of groundwater to concrete.
The applicant provided the following additional information:  
The applicant provided the following additional information:
: 1. Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling)/Aggressive Chemical Attack; and Cracking, Loss of Bond, and Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling)/Corrosion of Embedded Steel in Below-Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Below-grade exterior reinforced concrete structures are subject to non aggressive environment (pH > 5.5, chlorides  
: 1. Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling)/Aggressive Chemical Attack; and Cracking, Loss of Bond, and Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling)/Corrosion of Embedded Steel in Below-Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Below-grade exterior reinforced concrete structures are subject to non aggressive environment (pH > 5.5, chlorides  
< 500 ppm, and sulfates < 1,500 ppm). Therefore, increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling)/
< 500 ppm, and sulfates < 1,500 ppm). Therefore, increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling)/
aggressive chemical attack; and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling)/
aggressive chemical attack; and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling)/
corrosion of embedded steel are not aging effects requiring management for below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of IP Group 6 structures.  
corrosion of embedded steel are not aging effects requiring management for below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of IP Group 6 structures.
: 2. Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-thaw in Below-Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction.
: 2. Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-thaw in Below-Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed 3-536 OAGI0001368 00834 in the GALL Report. Therefore, loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze thaw are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 6 structures.  
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed 3-536 OAGI0001368 00834 in the GALL Report. Therefore, loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze thaw are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 6 structures.
: 3. Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates, Increase in Porosity and Permeability, and Loss of Strength Due to Leaching of Calcium Hydroxide in Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction, which are in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for concrete durability.
: 3. Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates, Increase in Porosity and Permeability, and Loss of Strength Due to Leaching of Calcium Hydroxide in Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction, which are in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for concrete durability.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318-63, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. IP below-grade environment is not aggressive (pH > 5.5, chlorides  
Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318-63, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. IP below-grade environment is not aggressive (pH > 5.5, chlorides  
< 500 ppm, and sulfates < 1,500 ppm). Therefore, cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates, increase in porosity and permeability, and loss of strength due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 Structures is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.
< 500 ppm, and sulfates < 1,500 ppm). Therefore, cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates, increase in porosity and permeability, and loss of strength due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 Structures is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.
SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.4 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation for inaccessible areas of certain Group 6 structure/aging effect combinations as identified below, whether or not they are covered by inspections in accordance with the GALL Report, Chapter XI.S7, "Regulatory Guide 1.127, Inspection of Water-Control Structures Associated with Nuclear Power Plants," or the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission/US Army Corp of Engineers dam inspections and maintenance.  
SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.4 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation for inaccessible areas of certain Group 6 structure/aging effect combinations as identified below, whether or not they are covered by inspections in accordance with the GALL Report, Chapter XI.S7, "Regulatory Guide 1.127, Inspection of Water-Control Structures Associated with Nuclear Power Plants," or the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission/US Army Corp of Engineers dam inspections and maintenance.
: 1. Increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack and cracking, loss of boild, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.
: 1. Increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack and cracking, loss of boild, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.
Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.
Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.
The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed, if the below-grade environment is aggressive.  
The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed, if the below-grade environment is aggressive.
: 2. Loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.
: 2. Loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.
Further evaluation is needed for plants that are located in moderate to severe weathering conditions (weathering index >100 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557, Ref. 7). Documented evidence confirms that where the existing concrete had air content of 3% to 6% and cement ratio of 0.35-0.45, subsequent inspection did not exhibit degradation related to freeze-thaw.
Further evaluation is needed for plants that are located in moderate to severe weathering conditions (weathering index >100 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557, Ref. 7). Documented evidence confirms that where the existing concrete had air content of 3% to 6% and cement ratio of 0.35-0.45, subsequent inspection did not exhibit degradation related to freeze-thaw.
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3-538 OAGI0001368 00836 In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.5, the applicant addressed cracking due to SCC and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion in stainless steel tank liners, by stating that this aging effect is not applicable because there are no concrete or steel tanks with stainless steel liners within the scope of license renewal. In SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.5, it states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of plant-specific programs to manage cracking due to sec and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion for stainless steel tank liners exposed to standing water. On the basis that there are no stainless steel tank liners within the scope of license renewal, the staff concludes that the SRP-LR criterion is not applicable, and further evaluation is not required.
3-538 OAGI0001368 00836 In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.5, the applicant addressed cracking due to SCC and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion in stainless steel tank liners, by stating that this aging effect is not applicable because there are no concrete or steel tanks with stainless steel liners within the scope of license renewal. In SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.5, it states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of plant-specific programs to manage cracking due to sec and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion for stainless steel tank liners exposed to standing water. On the basis that there are no stainless steel tank liners within the scope of license renewal, the staff concludes that the SRP-LR criterion is not applicable, and further evaluation is not required.
Aging of Supports Not Covered by the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.6.
Aging of Supports Not Covered by the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.6.
In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6, the applicant stated that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of certain component support/aging effect combinations if they are not covered by the applicant's structures monitoring program. Component supports at IP are included in the Structures Monitoring Program for Groups 82 through 65 and the lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF) program for Group 61. The applicant provided the following additional information:  
In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6, the applicant stated that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of certain component support/aging effect combinations if they are not covered by the applicant's structures monitoring program. Component supports at IP are included in the Structures Monitoring Program for Groups 82 through 65 and the lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF) program for Group 61. The applicant provided the following additional information:
(1) Reduction in concrete anchor capacity due to degradation of the surrounding concrete for Groups 81 through 85 supports:
(1) Reduction in concrete anchor capacity due to degradation of the surrounding concrete for Groups 81 through 85 supports:
IP concrete anchors and surrounding concrete are included in the Structures Monitoring Program (Groups 82 through 85) and lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF)
IP concrete anchors and surrounding concrete are included in the Structures Monitoring Program (Groups 82 through 85) and lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF)
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One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel fire damper framing in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.
One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel fire damper framing in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.
The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-39, and credits the Fire Protection Program. One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel fire hose reels in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.
The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-39, and credits the Fire Protection Program. One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel fire hose reels in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.
The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-39, and credits the Fire Water System Program. The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-25, and credits the Fire Protection Program. The applicant has also credited the Structures Monitoring Program in a separate Table 2 entry. Although the GALL Report identifies the Structures Monitoring Program as the acceptable AMP, structural commodities related to plant fire protection are typically inspected under either the Fire Protection AMP or the Fire Water System Program. For the specific applications cited above, the staff considers these AMPs to be acceptable alternatives or adjuncts to the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff's evaluation of these conditions is discussed in SER Sections 3.0.3.2. 7 and 3.0.3.2.8.  
The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-39, and credits the Fire Water System Program. The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-25, and credits the Fire Protection Program. The applicant has also credited the Structures Monitoring Program in a separate Table 2 entry. Although the GALL Report identifies the Structures Monitoring Program as the acceptable AMP, structural commodities related to plant fire protection are typically inspected under either the Fire Protection AMP or the Fire Water System Program. For the specific applications cited above, the staff considers these AMPs to be acceptable alternatives or adjuncts to the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff's evaluation of these conditions is discussed in SER Sections 3.0.3.2. 7 and 3.0.3.2.8.
(3) Reduction/loss of isolation function due to degradation of vibration isolation elements for Group 84 supports:
(3) Reduction/loss of isolation function due to degradation of vibration isolation elements for Group 84 supports:
The IP aging management review did not identify any component support structure/aging effect combination corresponding to NUREG-1801 Volume 2 Item 111.84.2-a.
The IP aging management review did not identify any component support structure/aging effect combination corresponding to NUREG-1801 Volume 2 Item 111.84.2-a.
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Since the stated aging effect is not expected for insulation in an indoor environment and is also not 3-544 OAGI0001368 00842 indicated in the applicant's operating experience, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.
Since the stated aging effect is not expected for insulation in an indoor environment and is also not 3-544 OAGI0001368 00842 indicated in the applicant's operating experience, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.
For group (4), the staff notes that water stops are completely embedded in concrete joints between walls and floors, to eliminate water leakage through the joints. They are inaccessible for inspection.
For group (4), the staff notes that water stops are completely embedded in concrete joints between walls and floors, to eliminate water leakage through the joints. They are inaccessible for inspection.
The GALL Report does not recommend inspection of water stops. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).  
The GALL Report does not recommend inspection of water stops. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
 
3.5.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the structures and component supports within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended function(s) will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a}(3).
====3.5.3 Conclusion====
3.6 Aging Management of Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls System This section of the SER documents the staff's review of the applicant's AMR results for the following electrical and instrumentation and control (I&C) system components and component groups: * * * * *
 
* high-voltage insulators insulated cables and connections metal-enclosed bus switchyard bus and connections transmission conductors and connections direct burial 138-kilovolt (kV) insulated transmission cables 3.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 3.6 provides AMR results for the electrical and I&C system components and component groups. LRA Table 3.6.1, "Summary of Aging Management Programs for the Electrical and I&C Components Evaluated in Chapter VI of NUREG 1801 ,"is a summary comparison of the applicant's AMRs with those evaluated in the GALL Report for the electrical and I&C system components and component groups. The applicant's AMRs evaluated and incorporated applicable plant-specific and industry operating experience in the determination of AERMs. The plant-specific evaluation included condition reports and discussions with appropriate site personnel to identify AERMs. The applicant's review of industry operating experience included a review of the GALL Report and operating experience issues identified since the issuance of the GALL Report. 3-545 OAGI0001368 00843 3.6.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.6 to determine whether the applicant provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging, for the electrical and I&C system components within the scope of license renewal and subjectto an AMR, will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). The staff conducted an onsite audit of AMRs to verify the applicant's claim that certain AMRs are consistent with the GALL Report. The staff did not repeat its review of the matters described in the GALL Report; however, the staff did verify that the material presented in the LRA is applicable and that the applicant identified the appropriate GALL Report AMRs. SER Section 3.0.3 documents the staff's evaluations ofthe AMPs. SER Section 3.6.2.1 documents the details of the staff's audit evaluation.
The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the structures and component supports within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended function(s) will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a}(3).  
 
===3.6 Aging===
Management of Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls System This section of the SER documents the staff's review of the applicant's AMR results for the following electrical and instrumentation and control (I&C) system components and component groups: * * * * *
* high-voltage insulators insulated cables and connections metal-enclosed bus switchyard bus and connections transmission conductors and connections direct burial 138-kilovolt (kV) insulated transmission cables 3.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 3.6 provides AMR results for the electrical and I&C system components and component groups. LRA Table 3.6.1, "Summary of Aging Management Programs for the Electrical and I&C Components Evaluated in Chapter VI of NUREG 1801 ,"is a summary comparison of the applicant's AMRs with those evaluated in the GALL Report for the electrical and I&C system components and component groups. The applicant's AMRs evaluated and incorporated applicable plant-specific and industry operating experience in the determination of AERMs. The plant-specific evaluation included condition reports and discussions with appropriate site personnel to identify AERMs. The applicant's review of industry operating experience included a review of the GALL Report and operating experience issues identified since the issuance of the GALL Report. 3-545 OAGI0001368 00843
 
====3.6.2 Staff====
Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.6 to determine whether the applicant provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging, for the electrical and I&C system components within the scope of license renewal and subjectto an AMR, will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). The staff conducted an onsite audit of AMRs to verify the applicant's claim that certain AMRs are consistent with the GALL Report. The staff did not repeat its review of the matters described in the GALL Report; however, the staff did verify that the material presented in the LRA is applicable and that the applicant identified the appropriate GALL Report AMRs. SER Section 3.0.3 documents the staff's evaluations ofthe AMPs. SER Section 3.6.2.1 documents the details of the staff's audit evaluation.
During the onsite audit, the staff also selected AMRs consistent with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended.
During the onsite audit, the staff also selected AMRs consistent with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended.
The staff confirmed that the applicant's further evaluations are consistent with the SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2 acceptance criteria.
The staff confirmed that the applicant's further evaluations are consistent with the SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2 acceptance criteria.
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* . :*Mechanism_;
* . :*Mechanism_;
High voltage Degradation of A plant-specific Yes None Consistent with insulators insulation quality aging management GALL Report (see (3.6.1-11) due to presence program is to be SER Section of any salt evaluated 3.6.2.2.2)
High voltage Degradation of A plant-specific Yes None Consistent with insulators insulation quality aging management GALL Report (see (3.6.1-11) due to presence program is to be SER Section of any salt evaluated 3.6.2.2.2)
* deposits and surface contamination;  
* deposits and surface contamination;
: loss of material caused by , mechanical wear due to wind blowing on : transmission . conductors Transmission Loss of material A plant-specific Yes None Consistent with conductors and due to wind aging management
: loss of material caused by , mechanical wear due to wind blowing on : transmission . conductors Transmission Loss of material A plant-specific Yes None Consistent with conductors and due to wind aging management
* GALL Report (see connections; induced program is to be SER Section switchyard bus and
* GALL Report (see connections; induced program is to be SER Section switchyard bus and
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Contributing causes, such as manufacturing defects or damage caused by shipping and installation, could initiate the aging effects. The likelihood of failure from any of these causes increases over time as the cable insulation degrades.
Contributing causes, such as manufacturing defects or damage caused by shipping and installation, could initiate the aging effects. The likelihood of failure from any of these causes increases over time as the cable insulation degrades.
The staff determined that IP2 cable life depends on the dielectric properties and that the applicant needs to address how it plans to monitor the degradation and manage the aging effects during the period of extended operation.
The staff determined that IP2 cable life depends on the dielectric properties and that the applicant needs to address how it plans to monitor the degradation and manage the aging effects during the period of extended operation.
In addition, neither the vendor nor the applicant has established any qualified life for these cables. 3-560 OAGI0001368 00858 To address the.staff's concern, the applicant stated that it would revise its aging management evaluations in an amendment to the LRA. In a letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to state that LRA Sections A.2.1.28 and 6.1.29 were modified to add the 138-kV underground transmission cable, which is part of the Unit 2 offsite power path, to the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The routine maintenance will include vendor-recommended testing and inspections as stated in the amended text for LRA Sections A.2.2.28 and 8.1.29. SER Section 3.0.3.3.7 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's concerns identified in RAI 3.6.2.3-2 are resolved because the applicant has established .an AMP to manage the potential loss of dielectric strength leading to reduced insulation resistance and electrical failure of the cables and its termination ends. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).  
In addition, neither the vendor nor the applicant has established any qualified life for these cables. 3-560 OAGI0001368 00858 To address the.staff's concern, the applicant stated that it would revise its aging management evaluations in an amendment to the LRA. In a letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to state that LRA Sections A.2.1.28 and 6.1.29 were modified to add the 138-kV underground transmission cable, which is part of the Unit 2 offsite power path, to the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The routine maintenance will include vendor-recommended testing and inspections as stated in the amended text for LRA Sections A.2.2.28 and 8.1.29. SER Section 3.0.3.3.7 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's concerns identified in RAI 3.6.2.3-2 are resolved because the applicant has established .an AMP to manage the potential loss of dielectric strength leading to reduced insulation resistance and electrical failure of the cables and its termination ends. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
 
3.6.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the electrical and I&C system components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.
====3.6.3 Conclusion====
as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
 
3.7 Conclusion for Aging Management Review Results The staff reviewed the information in LRA Section 3, "Aging Management Review Results," and LRA Appendix B, "Aging Management Programs and Activities." On the basis of its review of the AMR results and AMPs, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the aging effects will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the electrical and I&C system components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.
as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).  
 
===3.7 Conclusion===
 
for Aging Management Review Results The staff reviewed the information in LRA Section 3, "Aging Management Review Results," and LRA Appendix B, "Aging Management Programs and Activities." On the basis of its review of the AMR results and AMPs, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the aging effects will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).
The staff also reviewed the applicable UFSAR supplement program summaries and concludes that the supplement adequately describes the AMPs credited for managing aging, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
The staff also reviewed the applicable UFSAR supplement program summaries and concludes that the supplement adequately describes the AMPs credited for managing aging, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
With regard to these matters, the staff concludes that there is reasonable assurance that the applicant will continue to conduct the activities authorized by the renewed licenses will continue to be conducted in accordance with the CLB, and any changes made to the CLB, in order to comply with 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3), are in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and NRC regulations.
With regard to these matters, the staff concludes that there is reasonable assurance that the applicant will continue to conduct the activities authorized by the renewed licenses will continue to be conducted in accordance with the CLB, and any changes made to the CLB, in order to comply with 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3), are in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and NRC regulations.
3-561 OAGI0001368 00859 OAGI0001368 00860 SECTION 4 TIME-LIMITED AGING ANALYSES 4.1 Identification of Time-Limited Aging Analyses This section of the safety evaluation report (SER) addresses the identification of time-limited aging analyses (TLAAs). In Sections 4.2 through 4.7 of the license renewal application (LRA), Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant) addressed the TLMs for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3). SER Sections 4.2 through 4.8 document the review of the TLAAs conducted by the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC or the staff). TLMs are certain plant-specific safety analyses that involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term. Pursuant to Title 10, Section 54.21 (c)(1 ), of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)), applicants*must list TLAAs as defined in 10 CFR 54.3, "Definitions." In addition, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), applicants must list plant-specific exemptions granted under 10 CFR 50.12, "Specific Exemptions," based on TLAAs. For any such exemptions, the applicant must evaluate and justify the continuation of the exemptions for the period of extended operation.  
3-561 OAGI0001368 00859 OAGI0001368 00860 SECTION 4 TIME-LIMITED AGING ANALYSES 4.1 Identification of Time-Limited Aging Analyses This section of the safety evaluation report (SER) addresses the identification of time-limited aging analyses (TLAAs). In Sections 4.2 through 4.7 of the license renewal application (LRA), Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant) addressed the TLMs for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3). SER Sections 4.2 through 4.8 document the review of the TLAAs conducted by the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC or the staff). TLMs are certain plant-specific safety analyses that involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term. Pursuant to Title 10, Section 54.21 (c)(1 ), of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)), applicants*must list TLAAs as defined in 10 CFR 54.3, "Definitions." In addition, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), applicants must list plant-specific exemptions granted under 10 CFR 50.12, "Specific Exemptions," based on TLAAs. For any such exemptions, the applicant must evaluate and justify the continuation of the exemptions for the period of extended operation.
 
4.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application To identify the the applicant evaluated calculations for IP2 and IP3 against the six criteria specified in 10 CFR 54.3. The applicant indicated that it has identified the calculations that met the six criteria by searching the current licensing basis (CLB). The CLB includes the updated final safety analysis report (UFSAR), technical specifications, the technical requirements manual, fire protection program documents, NRC safety evaluation reports, licensing correspondence, and applicable vendor reports. In LRA Table 4.1-1, "List of IP2 TLM and Resolution," and LRA Table 4.1-2, "List of IP3 TLAA and Resolution," the applicant listed the following applicable TLMs:
====4.1.1 Summary====
of Technical Information in the Application To identify the the applicant evaluated calculations for IP2 and IP3 against the six criteria specified in 10 CFR 54.3. The applicant indicated that it has identified the calculations that met the six criteria by searching the current licensing basis (CLB). The CLB includes the updated final safety analysis report (UFSAR), technical specifications, the technical requirements manual, fire protection program documents, NRC safety evaluation reports, licensing correspondence, and applicable vendor reports. In LRA Table 4.1-1, "List of IP2 TLM and Resolution," and LRA Table 4.1-2, "List of IP3 TLAA and Resolution," the applicant listed the following applicable TLMs:
* reactor vessel (RV) neutron embrittlement analyses
* reactor vessel (RV) neutron embrittlement analyses
* metal fatigue analyses
* metal fatigue analyses
* environmental qualification (EQ) analyses of electrical equipment
* environmental qualification (EQ) analyses of electrical equipment
* concrete containment tendon prestress analyses
* concrete containment tendon prestress analyses
* containment liner plate and penetrations fatigue analyses leak before break (LBB) steam generator flow-induced vibration Pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), the applicant stated that it did not identify exemptions granted under 10 CFR 50.12 based on a TLM, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.3. 4-1 OAGI0001368 00861
* containment liner plate and penetrations fatigue analyses leak before break (LBB) steam generator flow-induced vibration Pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), the applicant stated that it did not identify exemptions granted under 10 CFR 50.12 based on a TLM, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.3. 4-1 OAGI0001368 00861 4.1.2 Staff Evaluation LRA Section 4.1 lists the IP2 and IP3 TLAAs. The staff reviewed the information to determine whether the applicant had provided sufficient information pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1) and 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2).
 
As defined in 10 CFR 54.3, TLAAs meet the following six criteria:
====4.1.2 Staff====
Evaluation LRA Section 4.1 lists the IP2 and IP3 TLAAs. The staff reviewed the information to determine whether the applicant had provided sufficient information pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1) and 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2).
As defined in 10 CFR 54.3, TLAAs meet the following six criteria:  
(1) involve systems, structures, and components within the scope of license renewal, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.4(a) (2) consider the effects of aging (3) involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term (40 years) ( 4) are determined to be relevant by the applicant in making a safety determination (5) involve conclusions, or provide the basis for conclusions, related to the capability of the system, structure, and component to perform its intended functions, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.4(b) (6) are contained or incorporated by reference in the CLB The applicant reviewed the list of common TLAAs in "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants" (SRP-LR), issued September 2005. The applicant listed TLAAs applicable to IP2 and IP3 in LRA Tables 4.1-1 and 4.1-2. As required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), the applicant must list all exemptions granted in accordance with 10 CFR 50.12, based on TLAAs, and evaluated and justified for continuation through the period of extended operation.
(1) involve systems, structures, and components within the scope of license renewal, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.4(a) (2) consider the effects of aging (3) involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term (40 years) ( 4) are determined to be relevant by the applicant in making a safety determination (5) involve conclusions, or provide the basis for conclusions, related to the capability of the system, structure, and component to perform its intended functions, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.4(b) (6) are contained or incorporated by reference in the CLB The applicant reviewed the list of common TLAAs in "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants" (SRP-LR), issued September 2005. The applicant listed TLAAs applicable to IP2 and IP3 in LRA Tables 4.1-1 and 4.1-2. As required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), the applicant must list all exemptions granted in accordance with 10 CFR 50.12, based on TLAAs, and evaluated and justified for continuation through the period of extended operation.
The LRA states that each active exemption was reviewed to determine whether it was based on a TLAA. The applicant did not identify any TLAA-based exemptions.
The LRA states that each active exemption was reviewed to determine whether it was based on a TLAA. The applicant did not identify any TLAA-based exemptions.
Based on the information provided by the applicant regarding the results of the applicant's search of the CLB to identify these exemptions, the staff has determined, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), that there are no TLAA-based exemptions which have been justified for continuation through the period of extended operation.  
Based on the information provided by the applicant regarding the results of the applicant's search of the CLB to identify these exemptions, the staff has determined, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), that there are no TLAA-based exemptions which have been justified for continuation through the period of extended operation.
 
4.1.3 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has provided an acceptable list of TLMs, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
====4.1.3 Conclusion====
}, and that no exemptions have been granted on the basis of a TLAA for which continuation has been justified during the period of extended operation as specified in 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2).
 
4.2 Reactor Vessel Neutron Embrittlement The regulations governing RV integrity are in 10 CFR Part 50, "Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities." As required by 10 CFR 50.60, "Acceptance Criteria for Fracture Prevention Measures for Lightwater Nuclear Power Reactors for Normal Operation," all light-water reactors meet the fracture toughness, pressure-temperature (P-T} limits, and material surveillance program requirements for the reactor coolant pressure boundary pursuant to Appendices G, "Fracture Toughness Requirements," and H, "Reactor Vessel Material 4-2 OAGI0001368 00862 Surveillance Program Requirements," to 10 CFR Part 50. In addition, 10 CFR 50.61, "Fracture Toughness Requirements for Protection against Pressurized Thermal Shock Events," requires that all pressurized-water nuclear power reactors meet specific screening criteria for protection against RV failure from pressurized thermal shock (PTS) events. The applicant's CLB analyses of RV fracture toughness reduction for 40 years are TLAAs. A summary of the RV neutron embrittlement TLAA for each unit follows. Forty-eight effective full-power years (EFPY) are projected for the end of the period of extended operation (60 years) based on actual capacity factors from the start of commercial operation until 2005 and on a projected average capacity factor of 95 percent from 2005 until the end of the period of extended operation.
On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has provided an acceptable list of TLMs, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
4.2.1 Reactor Vessel Fluence 4.2.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.1 summarizes the evaluation of RV neutron fluence for the period of extended operation, projecting neutron exposure levels for the RVs for an operating period extending to 48 EFPYs. These calculations utilized discrete ordinates (Sn) transport analysis to determine the neutron radiation environment within the RV and the surveillance capsules.
}, and that no exemptions have been granted on the basis of a TLAA for which continuation has been justified during the period of extended operation as specified in 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2).  
 
===4.2 Reactor===
Vessel Neutron Embrittlement The regulations governing RV integrity are in 10 CFR Part 50, "Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities." As required by 10 CFR 50.60, "Acceptance Criteria for Fracture Prevention Measures for Lightwater Nuclear Power Reactors for Normal Operation," all light-water reactors meet the fracture toughness, pressure-temperature (P-T} limits, and material surveillance program requirements for the reactor coolant pressure boundary pursuant to Appendices G, "Fracture Toughness Requirements," and H, "Reactor Vessel Material 4-2 OAGI0001368 00862 Surveillance Program Requirements," to 10 CFR Part 50. In addition, 10 CFR 50.61, "Fracture Toughness Requirements for Protection against Pressurized Thermal Shock Events," requires that all pressurized-water nuclear power reactors meet specific screening criteria for protection against RV failure from pressurized thermal shock (PTS) events. The applicant's CLB analyses of RV fracture toughness reduction for 40 years are TLAAs. A summary of the RV neutron embrittlement TLAA for each unit follows. Forty-eight effective full-power years (EFPY) are projected for the end of the period of extended operation (60 years) based on actual capacity factors from the start of commercial operation until 2005 and on a projected average capacity factor of 95 percent from 2005 until the end of the period of extended operation.  
 
====4.2.1 Reactor====
Vessel Fluence 4.2.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.1 summarizes the evaluation of RV neutron fluence for the period of extended operation, projecting neutron exposure levels for the RVs for an operating period extending to 48 EFPYs. These calculations utilized discrete ordinates (Sn) transport analysis to determine the neutron radiation environment within the RV and the surveillance capsules.
The IP2 evaluation calculated plant-and fuel-cycle-specific exposure parameters of fast neutron fluence (E > 1.0 million electron volts (MeV)) and iron atom displacements for the first 16 reactor operating cycles (1973-2004).
The IP2 evaluation calculated plant-and fuel-cycle-specific exposure parameters of fast neutron fluence (E > 1.0 million electron volts (MeV)) and iron atom displacements for the first 16 reactor operating cycles (1973-2004).
The fuel cycle designs analyzed in these calculations have been implemented.
The fuel cycle designs analyzed in these calculations have been implemented.
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* WCAP-16251, "Analysis of Capsule X from Entergy's Indian Point Unit 3 Reactor Vessel Radiation Surveillance Program"
* WCAP-16251, "Analysis of Capsule X from Entergy's Indian Point Unit 3 Reactor Vessel Radiation Surveillance Program"
* WCAP-15805, "Analysis of Capsule X from the Carolina Power and Light Company H.B. Robinson Unit 2 Reactor Vessel Radiation Surveillance Program" WCAP-15629, Revision 1, is contained in a January 11, 2002, letter from Entergy. WCAP-16251 is contained in a July 29, 2004, letter from Entergy. WCAP-15805 is contained in an April 25, 2002, letter from Carolina Power and Light Company. WCAP-16251, Section 6; WCAP-15805, Section 6; and WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Appendix B, describe the methodology used for determining the neutron fluence for the surveillance capsules.
* WCAP-15805, "Analysis of Capsule X from the Carolina Power and Light Company H.B. Robinson Unit 2 Reactor Vessel Radiation Surveillance Program" WCAP-15629, Revision 1, is contained in a January 11, 2002, letter from Entergy. WCAP-16251 is contained in a July 29, 2004, letter from Entergy. WCAP-15805 is contained in an April 25, 2002, letter from Carolina Power and Light Company. WCAP-16251, Section 6; WCAP-15805, Section 6; and WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Appendix B, describe the methodology used for determining the neutron fluence for the surveillance capsules.
The staff finds that the methodology documented in WCAP-16251, Section 6; WCAP-15805, Section 6; and WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Appendix B, is acceptable because ( 1) it has been extensively benchmarked as described in WCAP-15557, "Qualification of Westinghouse Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence Evaluation Methodology";  
The staff finds that the methodology documented in WCAP-16251, Section 6; WCAP-15805, Section 6; and WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Appendix B, is acceptable because ( 1) it has been extensively benchmarked as described in WCAP-15557, "Qualification of Westinghouse Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence Evaluation Methodology";
(2) it adheres to the guidance in RG 1.190, "Calculational and Dosimetry Methods for Determining Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence," issued March 2001; and (3) it uses plant-specific dosimetry results to provide additional specific validation of the generic benchmarking in WCAP-15557.
(2) it adheres to the guidance in RG 1.190, "Calculational and Dosimetry Methods for Determining Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence," issued March 2001; and (3) it uses plant-specific dosimetry results to provide additional specific validation of the generic benchmarking in WCAP-15557.
The staff reviewed the applicant's evaluations of the RV surveillance capsules for the materials in the RV of IP3 as described in report WCAP-16251.
The staff reviewed the applicant's evaluations of the RV surveillance capsules for the materials in the RV of IP3 as described in report WCAP-16251.
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4.2.1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(ii}, that, for reactor vessel neutron fluence, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
4.2.1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(ii}, that, for reactor vessel neutron fluence, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
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4-6 OAGI0001368 00866 4.2.2 Charpy Upper*Shelf Energy 4.2.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.2 summarizes the evaluation of Charpy USE for the period of extended operation.
 
====4.2.2 Charpy====
Upper*Shelf Energy 4.2.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.2 summarizes the evaluation of Charpy USE for the period of extended operation.
Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 requires the applicant to ensure that the reactor coolant pressure boundary pressure-retaining components made of ferritic materials meet American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code fracture toughness requirements, as supplemented, during system hydrostatic tests and any condition of normal operation, including anticipated operational occurrences.
Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 requires the applicant to ensure that the reactor coolant pressure boundary pressure-retaining components made of ferritic materials meet American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code fracture toughness requirements, as supplemented, during system hydrostatic tests and any condition of normal operation, including anticipated operational occurrences.
For RV beltline materials, reference temperature nil ductility (RT NoT) and Charpy USE values must. account for the effects of neutron radiation, determined by consideration of the neutron fluence at the deepest point on the crack front of the flaw assumed in the analysis.
For RV beltline materials, reference temperature nil ductility (RT NoT) and Charpy USE values must. account for the effects of neutron radiation, determined by consideration of the neutron fluence at the deepest point on the crack front of the flaw assumed in the analysis.
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4.2.4.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of L TOP PORV setpoints in LRA Sections A.2.2.1.2 and A.3.2.1.2.
4.2.4.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of L TOP PORV setpoints in LRA Sections A.2.2.1.2 and A.3.2.1.2.
On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address L TOP PORV setpoints is adequate.
On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address L TOP PORV setpoints is adequate.
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: 4. 2.4.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), that, for LTOP PORV setpoints, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
: 4. 2.4.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), that, for LTOP PORV setpoints, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).  
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).  
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4.3.1.6.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
4.3.1.6.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(iii), that, for the CRDMs, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
)(iii), that, for the CRDMs, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the 4-33 OAGI0001368 00893 U FSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).  
The staff also concludes that the 4-33 OAGI0001368 00893 U FSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
: 4. 3.1. 7 Class 1 Heat Exchangers 4.3.1.7.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1. 7 describes the evaluation performed for the Class 1 heat exchangers.
: 4. 3.1. 7 Class 1 Heat Exchangers 4.3.1.7.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1. 7 describes the evaluation performed for the Class 1 heat exchangers.
The applicant calculated a projected CUF of 0.13 expected in 60 years for the regenerative heat exchangers and stated that the TLMs for the heat exchanger fatigue remain valid for the period of extended operation.
The applicant calculated a projected CUF of 0.13 expected in 60 years for the regenerative heat exchangers and stated that the TLMs for the heat exchanger fatigue remain valid for the period of extended operation.
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4.3.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of non-Class 1 fatigue in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.2 and A.3.2.2.2, as amended by letter dated March 24, 2008. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of non-Class 1 piping and components is adequate.
4.3.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of non-Class 1 fatigue in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.2 and A.3.2.2.2, as amended by letter dated March 24, 2008. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of non-Class 1 piping and components is adequate.
4.3.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i), that, for non-Class 1 fatigue, the analyses remain valid for the period of 4-40 OAGI0001368 00900 extended operation.
4.3.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i), that, for non-Class 1 fatigue, the analyses remain valid for the period of 4-40 OAGI0001368 00900 extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the U FSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).  
The staff also concludes that the U FSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
 
4.3.3 Effects of Reactor Water Environment on Fatigue Life 4.3.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.3 summarizes the applicant's evaluation of the effects of the RCS environment on fatigue life of piping and components under Generic Safety Issue (GSI)-190, "Fatigue Evaluation of Metal Components for 60-Year Plant Life," for the period of extended operation.
====4.3.3 Effects====
of Reactor Water Environment on Fatigue Life 4.3.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.3 summarizes the applicant's evaluation of the effects of the RCS environment on fatigue life of piping and components under Generic Safety Issue (GSI)-190, "Fatigue Evaluation of Metal Components for 60-Year Plant Life," for the period of extended operation.
The fatigue data for the ASME Code, Section Ill, fatigue curves result from tests performed in air at room temperature and constant strain rate. Concerns over the potential effect of elevated temperature, reactor coolant chemistry environments, and different strain rates prompted staff-sponsored research and studies. Results are documented in NUREG/CR-5999, "Interim Fatigue Design Curves for Carbon, Low-Alloy, and Austenitic Stainless Steels in LWR Environments." Subsequent research and studies, including NUREG/CR-6260, "Application of NUREG/CR-5999 Interim Fatigue Curves to Selected Nuclear Power Plant Components," refined the earlier study methods. Based on NUREG/CR-6260 and the IP2 and IP3 plant design, the following component locations were shown to be the most sensitive to reactor water environmental effects: * * * * *
The fatigue data for the ASME Code, Section Ill, fatigue curves result from tests performed in air at room temperature and constant strain rate. Concerns over the potential effect of elevated temperature, reactor coolant chemistry environments, and different strain rates prompted staff-sponsored research and studies. Results are documented in NUREG/CR-5999, "Interim Fatigue Design Curves for Carbon, Low-Alloy, and Austenitic Stainless Steels in LWR Environments." Subsequent research and studies, including NUREG/CR-6260, "Application of NUREG/CR-5999 Interim Fatigue Curves to Selected Nuclear Power Plant Components," refined the earlier study methods. Based on NUREG/CR-6260 and the IP2 and IP3 plant design, the following component locations were shown to be the most sensitive to reactor water environmental effects: * * * * *
* RV shell and lower head RV inlet and outlet nozzles pressurizer surge line (including hot leg and pressurizer nozzles) RCS piping charging system nozzle RCS piping safety injection nozzle RHR Class 1 piping The applicant evaluated the limiting locations using the guidelines of the GALL Report, Volume 2, Section X.M1, which calls for following the guidance (formulas) of (1) NUREG/CR-5704, "Effects of LWR Coolant Environments on Fatigue Design Curves of Austenitic Stainless Steels," issued April 1999, for austenitic stainless steel; and (2) NUREG/CR-6583, "Effects of LWR Coolant Environments on Fatigue Design Curves of Carbon and Low-Alloy Steels," issued February 1998, for carbon steel and low-alloy steel to calculate environmentally assisted fatigue correction factors (Fen). LRA Tables 4.3-13 (IP2) and 4.3-14 (IP3) list the environmentally adjusted CUF values for the applicant's NUREG/CR-6260 limiting locations.
* RV shell and lower head RV inlet and outlet nozzles pressurizer surge line (including hot leg and pressurizer nozzles) RCS piping charging system nozzle RCS piping safety injection nozzle RHR Class 1 piping The applicant evaluated the limiting locations using the guidelines of the GALL Report, Volume 2, Section X.M1, which calls for following the guidance (formulas) of (1) NUREG/CR-5704, "Effects of LWR Coolant Environments on Fatigue Design Curves of Austenitic Stainless Steels," issued April 1999, for austenitic stainless steel; and (2) NUREG/CR-6583, "Effects of LWR Coolant Environments on Fatigue Design Curves of Carbon and Low-Alloy Steels," issued February 1998, for carbon steel and low-alloy steel to calculate environmentally assisted fatigue correction factors (Fen). LRA Tables 4.3-13 (IP2) and 4.3-14 (IP3) list the environmentally adjusted CUF values for the applicant's NUREG/CR-6260 limiting locations.
4.3.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
4.3.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 against SRP-LR Section 4.3.3.2, "Generic Safety Issue." The SRP-LR recommends that license renewal applicants address GSI-190. To assess the 4-41 OAGI0001368 00901 impact of the reactor coolant environment on a sample of critical components, the SRP-LR states that applicants should address the recommendations as follows: (1) The critical components include, as a minimum, those selected in NUREG/CR-6260.  
The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 against SRP-LR Section 4.3.3.2, "Generic Safety Issue." The SRP-LR recommends that license renewal applicants address GSI-190. To assess the 4-41 OAGI0001368 00901 impact of the reactor coolant environment on a sample of critical components, the SRP-LR states that applicants should address the recommendations as follows: (1) The critical components include, as a minimum, those selected in NUREG/CR-6260.
(2) Evaluation of the sample of critical components applied environmental correction factors to the ASME Code fatigue analyses.  
(2) Evaluation of the sample of critical components applied environmental correction factors to the ASME Code fatigue analyses.
(3) Formulas for calculating the environmental life correction factors are those in NUREG/CR-6583 for carbon and low-alloy steels and those in NUREG/CR-5704 for austenitic stainless steels or approved technical equivalents.
(3) Formulas for calculating the environmental life correction factors are those in NUREG/CR-6583 for carbon and low-alloy steels and those in NUREG/CR-5704 for austenitic stainless steels or approved technical equivalents.
The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that, for the bottom head to shell transition, the RV inlet nozzle, and the RV outlet nozzle for IP2 and IP3, the applicant projected its analyses to the end of the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii).
The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that, for the bottom head to shell transition, the RV inlet nozzle, and the RV outlet nozzle for IP2 and IP3, the applicant projected its analyses to the end of the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii).
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)(ii). The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) for IP2 and IP3 will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation in the (1) pressurizer surge line nozzle, (2) surge line piping to safe-end weld, (3) RCS piping charging system nozzle, (4) RCS piping safety injection nozzle, and (5) RHR Class 1 piping. In a letter dated June 11, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to note that, for the bottom head to shell transition, the RV inlet nozzle and the RV outlet nozzle locations will no longer be dispositioned under the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(ii). For these locations, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(ii). The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) for IP2 and IP3 will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation in the (1) pressurizer surge line nozzle, (2) surge line piping to safe-end weld, (3) RCS piping charging system nozzle, (4) RCS piping safety injection nozzle, and (5) RHR Class 1 piping. In a letter dated June 11, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to note that, for the bottom head to shell transition, the RV inlet nozzle and the RV outlet nozzle locations will no longer be dispositioned under the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(ii). For these locations, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(iii). During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that LRA Tables 4.3-13 (IP2) and 4.3-14 (IP3) indicate that some of the listed NUREG/CR-6260 locations with environmentally adjusted CUFs are projected to exceed a value of one during the period of extended operation.
)(iii). During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that LRA Tables 4.3-13 (IP2) and 4.3-14 (IP3) indicate that some of the listed NUREG/CR-6260 locations with environmentally adjusted CUFs are projected to exceed a value of one during the period of extended operation.
The staff also noted that several locations currently do not have an environmentally adjusted CUF. These include two components from LRA Table 4.3-13 the RCS piping safety injection nozzle and the RHR Class 1 piping-and three components from LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3}-the RCS piping charging system nozzle, RCS piping safety injection nozzle, and RHR Class 1 piping. The staff asked the applicant to explain why the number of components between the IP2 and IP3 without environmentally adjusted CUFs differ. The staff also noted that, on LRA pages 4.3-22 and 4.3-23, the applicant provided a corrective action plan to address the environmentally assisted fatigue issue before the calculated CUF exceeds a value of one. The staff asked the applicant to confirm that the fatigue usage factors will be developed for the locations noted in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 and to commit to a corrective action plan. In a letter dated January 22, 2008, the applicant submitted LRA Amendment  
The staff also noted that several locations currently do not have an environmentally adjusted CUF. These include two components from LRA Table 4.3-13 the RCS piping safety injection nozzle and the RHR Class 1 piping-and three components from LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3}-the RCS piping charging system nozzle, RCS piping safety injection nozzle, and RHR Class 1 piping. The staff asked the applicant to explain why the number of components between the IP2 and IP3 without environmentally adjusted CUFs differ. The staff also noted that, on LRA pages 4.3-22 and 4.3-23, the applicant provided a corrective action plan to address the environmentally assisted fatigue issue before the calculated CUF exceeds a value of one. The staff asked the applicant to confirm that the fatigue usage factors will be developed for the locations noted in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 and to commit to a corrective action plan. In a letter dated January 22, 2008, the applicant submitted LRA Amendment
: 2. The applicant revised the list of TLAA resolution options in LRA Tables 4.1-1 (IP2) and 4.1-2 (IP3). For the 4-42 OAGI0001368 00902 TLAA entitled, "Effects of Reactor Water Environment on Fatigue Life," the applicant stated that it will use an aging management program (AMP) to manage this aging effect, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).
: 2. The applicant revised the list of TLAA resolution options in LRA Tables 4.1-1 (IP2) and 4.1-2 (IP3). For the 4-42 OAGI0001368 00902 TLAA entitled, "Effects of Reactor Water Environment on Fatigue Life," the applicant stated that it will use an aging management program (AMP) to manage this aging effect, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).
The applicant also provided revised corrective actions in LRA Amendment  
The applicant also provided revised corrective actions in LRA Amendment
: 2. The applicant confirmed that the fatigue usage faCtors will be developed for the locations identified in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 and committed to a corrective action plan (Commitment 33). In LRA Amendment 2, the applicant also provided additional information on the Fatigue Monitoring Program. Originally, the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program took an exception for "detection of aging effects," which indicates that the applicant would not perform periodic updates of fatigue usage calculations.
: 2. The applicant confirmed that the fatigue usage faCtors will be developed for the locations identified in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 and committed to a corrective action plan (Commitment 33). In LRA Amendment 2, the applicant also provided additional information on the Fatigue Monitoring Program. Originally, the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program took an exception for "detection of aging effects," which indicates that the applicant would not perform periodic updates of fatigue usage calculations.
As stated in Commitment 33, the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program includes the assessment of the impact of the reactor water environment on critical components, as identified in NUREG/CR-6260.
As stated in Commitment 33, the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program includes the assessment of the impact of the reactor water environment on critical components, as identified in NUREG/CR-6260.
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During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that the applicant made a commitment on LRA page 4.3-22 to reanalyze the pressurizer fatigue analysis.
During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that the applicant made a commitment on LRA page 4.3-22 to reanalyze the pressurizer fatigue analysis.
As stated in the LRA, the IP2 pressurizer surge nozzle has an environmentally adjusted CUF less than 1.0, while the IP3 pressurizer surge nozzle has an environmentally adjusted CUF of greater than 1.0. This is because the IP3 surge nozzle calculation includes the effects of the insurges/outsurges seen by these nozzles, while the IP2 analysis does not include these effects. The applicant stated that it will re-analyze the pressurizer surge line nozzle for both units to include insurge/outsurge and environmental effects. The staff asked the applicant if there was an official commitment made to perform this reanalysis.
As stated in the LRA, the IP2 pressurizer surge nozzle has an environmentally adjusted CUF less than 1.0, while the IP3 pressurizer surge nozzle has an environmentally adjusted CUF of greater than 1.0. This is because the IP3 surge nozzle calculation includes the effects of the insurges/outsurges seen by these nozzles, while the IP2 analysis does not include these effects. The applicant stated that it will re-analyze the pressurizer surge line nozzle for both units to include insurge/outsurge and environmental effects. The staff asked the applicant if there was an official commitment made to perform this reanalysis.
In its response, dated January 22, 2008, the applicant stated that the pressurizer reanalysis is included in Commitment  
In its response, dated January 22, 2008, the applicant stated that the pressurizer reanalysis is included in Commitment
: 33. On the basis that the applicant has committed to performing the pressurizer fatigue reanalysis, the staff finds the response acceptable (Commitment 33). During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that the applicant misquotes NUREG/CR-6260 in LRA page 4.3-21, third paragraph, as having fatigue curves incorporating environmental effects and incorrectly references NUREG/CR-6260 in LRA page 4.3-22, third paragraph.
: 33. On the basis that the applicant has committed to performing the pressurizer fatigue reanalysis, the staff finds the response acceptable (Commitment 33). During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that the applicant misquotes NUREG/CR-6260 in LRA page 4.3-21, third paragraph, as having fatigue curves incorporating environmental effects and incorrectly references NUREG/CR-6260 in LRA page 4.3-22, third paragraph.
The staff asked the applicant to clarify its statements in both instances (Audit Item 147). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:
The staff asked the applicant to clarify its statements in both instances (Audit Item 147). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:
The LRA paragraph will be revised to read as follows. "NUREG/CR-6260 identified locations of interest for consideration of environmental effects in several plant designs. Section 5.5 of NUREG/CR-6260 identified the following component locations to be evaluated for the environmental effects on fatigue for IPEC vintage Westinghouse plants. These locations and the subsequent calculations are directly relevant to IPEC. In the same letter, the applicant amended LRA Section 4.3.3 as described above. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the applicant amended LRA page 4.3-21 to correct its discussion of NUREG/CR-6260 statements.
The LRA paragraph will be revised to read as follows. "NUREG/CR-6260 identified locations of interest for consideration of environmental effects in several plant designs. Section 5.5 of NUREG/CR-6260 identified the following component locations to be evaluated for the environmental effects on fatigue for IPEC vintage Westinghouse plants. These locations and the subsequent calculations are directly relevant to IPEC. In the same letter, the applicant amended LRA Section 4.3.3 as described above. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the applicant amended LRA page 4.3-21 to correct its discussion of NUREG/CR-6260 statements.
In LRA Section 4.3.3, the applicant stated that at least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in NUREG/CR-6260 for Westinghouse PWRs such as IP2 and IP3, it would refine the fatigue analyses, manage the effects of aging, or repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. The staff noted during the audit that it was unclear as to which environmental-assisted fatigue plant-specific locations Entergy would implement one of the above mentioned options. In response to the staff's 4-45 OAGI0001368 00905 question, the applicant amended the LRA by letter dated January 22, 2008. The revised paragraph now reads as follows: At least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), under the Fatigue Monitoring Program, IP2 and IP3 will implement one or more of the following.  
In LRA Section 4.3.3, the applicant stated that at least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in NUREG/CR-6260 for Westinghouse PWRs such as IP2 and IP3, it would refine the fatigue analyses, manage the effects of aging, or repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. The staff noted during the audit that it was unclear as to which environmental-assisted fatigue plant-specific locations Entergy would implement one of the above mentioned options. In response to the staff's 4-45 OAGI0001368 00905 question, the applicant amended the LRA by letter dated January 22, 2008. The revised paragraph now reads as follows: At least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), under the Fatigue Monitoring Program, IP2 and IP3 will implement one or more of the following.
(1) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Detection of Aging Effects, update the fatigue usage calculations using refined the fatigue analyses to determine valid CUFs less than 1.0 when accounting for the effects of reactor water environment.
(1) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Detection of Aging Effects, update the fatigue usage calculations using refined the fatigue analyses to determine valid CUFs less than 1.0 when accounting for the effects of reactor water environment.
This includes applying the appropriate Fen factors to valid CUFs determined in accordance with one of the following.
This includes applying the appropriate Fen factors to valid CUFs determined in accordance with one of the following.
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Representative CUF values from other plants, adjusted to or enveloping the IPEC plant-specific external loads may be used if demonstrated applicable to IPEC. An analysis using an NRC-approved version of the ASME code or approved alternative (e.g., NRC-approved code case) may be performed to determine a valid CUF. (2) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Corrective Actions, repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. The staff finds the applicant's commitment acceptable because the applicant, through LRA Amendment 2, corrected the third paragraph on LRA page 4.3-22 by referencing LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 to clearly indicate the affected plant-specific locations instead of referencing NUREG/CR-6260.
Representative CUF values from other plants, adjusted to or enveloping the IPEC plant-specific external loads may be used if demonstrated applicable to IPEC. An analysis using an NRC-approved version of the ASME code or approved alternative (e.g., NRC-approved code case) may be performed to determine a valid CUF. (2) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Corrective Actions, repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. The staff finds the applicant's commitment acceptable because the applicant, through LRA Amendment 2, corrected the third paragraph on LRA page 4.3-22 by referencing LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 to clearly indicate the affected plant-specific locations instead of referencing NUREG/CR-6260.
Additionally, the staff finds that this commitment is consistent with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).
Additionally, the staff finds that this commitment is consistent with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).
4.3.3.3 UFSAR Supplement In a letter dated January 22, 2008, the applicant submitted LRA Amendment  
4.3.3.3 UFSAR Supplement In a letter dated January 22, 2008, the applicant submitted LRA Amendment
: 2. The applicant revised its LRA Sections A.2.2.2.3 and A.3.2.2.3 regarding the UFSAR supplement summary description of the TLAA evaluation of the effects of reactor water environment on fatigue life. On the basis of its review of the revised UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of reactor water environment on fatigue life is adequate.
: 2. The applicant revised its LRA Sections A.2.2.2.3 and A.3.2.2.3 regarding the UFSAR supplement summary description of the TLAA evaluation of the effects of reactor water environment on fatigue life. On the basis of its review of the revised UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of reactor water environment on fatigue life is adequate.
4-46 OAGI0001368 00906 4.3.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), that, for the components identified in NUREG/CR-6260, the effects of aging on the intended functions will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
4-46 OAGI0001368 00906 4.3.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), that, for the components identified in NUREG/CR-6260, the effects of aging on the intended functions will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
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The harsh environments of the plant are those areas subject to environmental effects by loss-of-coolant accidents or high-energy line breaks. EQ equipment comprises safety-related equipment, nonsafety-related equipment whose failure could prevent satisfactory accomplishment of any safety-related function, and certain post-accident monitoring equipment.
The harsh environments of the plant are those areas subject to environmental effects by loss-of-coolant accidents or high-energy line breaks. EQ equipment comprises safety-related equipment, nonsafety-related equipment whose failure could prevent satisfactory accomplishment of any safety-related function, and certain post-accident monitoring equipment.
As required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
As required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
), the applicant must provide a list ofTLAAs in the LRA. The applicant shall demonstrate that: (i) The analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation; (iii) The analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation; or (iii) The effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.  
), the applicant must provide a list ofTLAAs in the LRA. The applicant shall demonstrate that: (i) The analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation; (iii) The analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation; or (iii) The effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
 
4.4.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.4 summarizes the evaluation of TLAAs associated with EQ of electric equipment for the period of extended operation.
====4.4.1 Summary====
of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.4 summarizes the evaluation of TLAAs associated with EQ of electric equipment for the period of extended operation.
The applicant evaluated EQ electrical components using 10 CFR 50.49(f) qualification methods. Equipment qualification evaluations that specify a qualification duration of at least 40 years, but fewer than 60 years, are considered TLAAs for license renewal. The applicant stated that these TLAAs have not been projected for the period of extended operation; rather, the aging effects associated with these analyses are managed by the Environmental Qualification of Electric Components Program in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
The applicant evaluated EQ electrical components using 10 CFR 50.49(f) qualification methods. Equipment qualification evaluations that specify a qualification duration of at least 40 years, but fewer than 60 years, are considered TLAAs for license renewal. The applicant stated that these TLAAs have not been projected for the period of extended operation; rather, the aging effects associated with these analyses are managed by the Environmental Qualification of Electric Components Program in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(iii). The EQ Program is an existing program established to meet the applicant's commitments for 10 CFR 50.49. Further, the applicant stated that the program is consistent with the GALL Report, Section X.E1, "Environmental Qualification of Electric Components." 4-47 OAGI0001368 00907
)(iii). The EQ Program is an existing program established to meet the applicant's commitments for 10 CFR 50.49. Further, the applicant stated that the program is consistent with the GALL Report, Section X.E1, "Environmental Qualification of Electric Components." 4-47 OAGI0001368 00907 4.4.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.4 and plant basis documents to determine whether the applicant provided adequate information to meet the requirement of 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1).
 
====4.4.2 Staff====
Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.4 and plant basis documents to determine whether the applicant provided adequate information to meet the requirement of 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1).
For the electrical equipment identified in the EQ master list, the applicant uses 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1}(iii}
For the electrical equipment identified in the EQ master list, the applicant uses 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1}(iii}
in its TLAA evaluation to demonstrate that the aging effects of EQ equipment will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.
in its TLAA evaluation to demonstrate that the aging effects of EQ equipment will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.
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The Environmental Qualification of Electric Components Program ensures that these EQ components are maintained in accordance with their qualification bases. Aging evaluations for EQ components that specify a qualification of at least 40 years are TLAAs for license renewal. The staff reviewed the EQ Program to determine whether it will ensure that the electrical and instrumentation and control components covered under this program will continue to perform their intended functions, consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation.
The Environmental Qualification of Electric Components Program ensures that these EQ components are maintained in accordance with their qualification bases. Aging evaluations for EQ components that specify a qualification of at least 40 years are TLAAs for license renewal. The staff reviewed the EQ Program to determine whether it will ensure that the electrical and instrumentation and control components covered under this program will continue to perform their intended functions, consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation.
The staff's evaluation of the components' qualification focused on how the EQ Program manages the aging effects to meet the requirements pursuant to 1 0 CFR 50.49. The staff conducted an audit of the information provided in LRA Section B 1.10 and program basis documents.
The staff's evaluation of the components' qualification focused on how the EQ Program manages the aging effects to meet the requirements pursuant to 1 0 CFR 50.49. The staff conducted an audit of the information provided in LRA Section B 1.10 and program basis documents.
As documented in SER Section 3.0.3.1.4, the staff finds that the EQ Program, which the applicant stated is consistent with GALL Report, Section X.E1, is consistent with the EQ program in the GALL Report. Therefore, the staff finds that the EQ Program is capable of programmatically managing the qualified life of components within the scope of the program for license renewal. The continued implementation of the EQ Program provides reasonable assurance that the aging effects will be managed and that components within the scope of the EQ Program will continue to perform their intended functions for the period of extended operation.  
As documented in SER Section 3.0.3.1.4, the staff finds that the EQ Program, which the applicant stated is consistent with GALL Report, Section X.E1, is consistent with the EQ program in the GALL Report. Therefore, the staff finds that the EQ Program is capable of programmatically managing the qualified life of components within the scope of the program for license renewal. The continued implementation of the EQ Program provides reasonable assurance that the aging effects will be managed and that components within the scope of the EQ Program will continue to perform their intended functions for the period of extended operation.
 
4.4.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of EQ of electrical equipment in LRA Section A.2.1.9 and A.3.1.9 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.
====4.4.3 UFSAR====
On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address EQ of electric equipment is adequate.
Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of EQ of electrical equipment in LRA Section A.2.1.9 and A.3.1.9 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.
4.4.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 }(iii), that, for EQ of electrical equipment, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address EQ of electric equipment is adequate.  
 
====4.4.4 Conclusion====
 
On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 }(iii), that, for EQ of electrical equipment, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d}.
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d}.
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4-48 OAGI0001368 00908 4.5 Concrete Containment Tendon Prestress Analyses 4.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.5 states that this section is not applicable because the IP2 and IP3 containment structures do not have prestressed tendons. 4.5.2 Staff Evaluation The containments do not have prestressed tendons; therefore, the staff finds this TLAA is not applicable.
 
4.5.3 UFSAR Supplement The staff concludes that a UFSAR supplement is not required because the containment structures do not have prestressed tendons. 4.5.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes this TLAA is not applicable.
===4.5 Concrete===
4.6 Containment Liner Plate and Penetration Fatigue Analyses 4.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application In LRA Section 4.6, the applicant described a TLAA for the IP2 containment liner plate as follows: In 1973, a feedwater line cracked circumferentially resulting in damage to the liner plate causing containment liner plate buckling at the penetration for feedwater line #22. No repair was required for this buckling of the liner plate. Studies were performed to evaluate the effects of fatigue on the deformed area of the liner due to predicted high strain-limited cycle loading during its projected 40-year life. The evaluation used an AEC-approved maximum strain and concluded that the strain load endurance limit of the material was 450 cycles at 7.7 percent strain. The evaluation estimated that the containment liner was likely to see 50 LOCAs (concurrent with earthquakes) at 1 percent strain, and 8 cycles from containment testing (1 pre-startup full pressure test at 6.5 percent strain and 7 cycles at 3.25 percent strain). This combines to 58 cycles at assorted strain (6.5 percent maximum strain). The evaluation conservatively projected a worst case of (;?0 cycles at 6.5 percent strain. As this projection was so far below the allowed 450 cycles at 7. 7 percent strain, no further analysis was performed.
Containment Tendon Prestress Analyses 4.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.5 states that this section is not applicable because the IP2 and IP3 containment structures do not have prestressed tendons. 4.5.2 Staff Evaluation The containments do not have prestressed tendons; therefore, the staff finds this TLAA is not applicable.  
 
====4.5.3 UFSAR====
Supplement The staff concludes that a UFSAR supplement is not required because the containment structures do not have prestressed tendons. 4.5.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes this TLAA is not applicable.  
 
===4.6 Containment===
 
Liner Plate and Penetration Fatigue Analyses 4.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application In LRA Section 4.6, the applicant described a TLAA for the IP2 containment liner plate as follows: In 1973, a feedwater line cracked circumferentially resulting in damage to the liner plate causing containment liner plate buckling at the penetration for feedwater line #22. No repair was required for this buckling of the liner plate. Studies were performed to evaluate the effects of fatigue on the deformed area of the liner due to predicted high strain-limited cycle loading during its projected 40-year life. The evaluation used an AEC-approved maximum strain and concluded that the strain load endurance limit of the material was 450 cycles at 7.7 percent strain. The evaluation estimated that the containment liner was likely to see 50 LOCAs (concurrent with earthquakes) at 1 percent strain, and 8 cycles from containment testing (1 pre-startup full pressure test at 6.5 percent strain and 7 cycles at 3.25 percent strain). This combines to 58 cycles at assorted strain (6.5 percent maximum strain). The evaluation conservatively projected a worst case of (;?0 cycles at 6.5 percent strain. As this projection was so far below the allowed 450 cycles at 7. 7 percent strain, no further analysis was performed.
The applicant stated that IP2 will not experience 50 loss-of-coolant accidents (concurrent with earthquakes) in 60 years of operation.
The applicant stated that IP2 will not experience 50 loss-of-coolant accidents (concurrent with earthquakes) in 60 years of operation.
Containment pressure testing is scheduled only once every 10 years. Therefore, the number of cycles experienced will continue to be less than the 60 cycles originally assumed and well below the 450-cycle limit in 60 years of operation.
Containment pressure testing is scheduled only once every 10 years. Therefore, the number of cycles experienced will continue to be less than the 60 cycles originally assumed and well below the 450-cycle limit in 60 years of operation.
4-49 OAGI0001368 00909 Therefore, the TLAA associated with the IP2 liner adjacent to the feedwater line #22 penetration remains valid for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). The applicant further indicated that no other TLAAs are associated with IP2 and IP3 containment liner plate or penetrations.  
4-49 OAGI0001368 00909 Therefore, the TLAA associated with the IP2 liner adjacent to the feedwater line #22 penetration remains valid for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). The applicant further indicated that no other TLAAs are associated with IP2 and IP3 containment liner plate or penetrations.
 
4.6.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.6 to verify that the analysis remains valid for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).
====4.6.2 Staff====
Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.6 to verify that the analysis remains valid for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).
* During an onsite audit, the staff requested additional information about the 1973 feedwater line break event that resulted in buckling of the containment liner plate (Audit Item 30), as follows: (a) Describe in greater detail the event that resulted in the permanent liner plate deformation.
* During an onsite audit, the staff requested additional information about the 1973 feedwater line break event that resulted in buckling of the containment liner plate (Audit Item 30), as follows: (a) Describe in greater detail the event that resulted in the permanent liner plate deformation.
When specifically did it occur? What was identified as the root cause? How was this corrected? (b) Discuss the history of lSI of the permanently deformed liner plate, from 1973 to the present. The applicant provided the requested information in its response to Audit Item 30, dated March 24, 2008. In response to part (a) of the question, the applicant provided the requested history and corrective actions as documented in the letter dated March 24, 2008. In response to part (b) of the staff's question, the applicant stated the following:
When specifically did it occur? What was identified as the root cause? How was this corrected? (b) Discuss the history of lSI of the permanently deformed liner plate, from 1973 to the present. The applicant provided the requested information in its response to Audit Item 30, dated March 24, 2008. In response to part (a) of the question, the applicant provided the requested history and corrective actions as documented in the letter dated March 24, 2008. In response to part (b) of the staff's question, the applicant stated the following:
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Upon further discussion with the applicant during the onsite audit, the staff became aware that the affected area of the containment liner (1) was covered with thermal insulation shortly after the accident, (2) is considered inaccessible by the applicant, and (3) is not considered for inspection under the ASME Code, Section XI, Subsection IWE accessibility for examination requirements. Consequently, there has been no inspection of the affected liner area since shortly after the 1973 event occurred.
Upon further discussion with the applicant during the onsite audit, the staff became aware that the affected area of the containment liner (1) was covered with thermal insulation shortly after the accident, (2) is considered inaccessible by the applicant, and (3) is not considered for inspection under the ASME Code, Section XI, Subsection IWE accessibility for examination requirements. Consequently, there has been no inspection of the affected liner area since shortly after the 1973 event occurred.
Although the staff does not expect significant degradation to have occurred, the applicant was requested to verify the lack of degradation with a one-time inspection in connection with the applicant's Containment lnservice Inspection Program. By letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant committed to conduct a one-time inspection of the affected area of containment liner 4-50 OAGI0001368 00910 before entering the period of extended operation (Commitment 35). The staff's evaluation of the Containment lnservice Inspection Program and the applicant's response to the related Audit Item 27 is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3.2.
Although the staff does not expect significant degradation to have occurred, the applicant was requested to verify the lack of degradation with a one-time inspection in connection with the applicant's Containment lnservice Inspection Program. By letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant committed to conduct a one-time inspection of the affected area of containment liner 4-50 OAGI0001368 00910 before entering the period of extended operation (Commitment 35). The staff's evaluation of the Containment lnservice Inspection Program and the applicant's response to the related Audit Item 27 is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3.2.
The staff finds that the original post-accident evaluation of allowable strain cycles will remain valid because the projected number of cycles for 60 years of operation is less than 50 cycles, as compared to an allowable number of 450 cycles. Therefore, this analysis is acceptable.  
The staff finds that the original post-accident evaluation of allowable strain cycles will remain valid because the projected number of cycles for 60 years of operation is less than 50 cycles, as compared to an allowable number of 450 cycles. Therefore, this analysis is acceptable.
 
4.6.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses in LRA Sections A.2.2.4 and A.3.2.4. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses is adequate.
====4.6.3 UFSAR====
4.6.4. Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). 'The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 {d). 4. 7 Other Plant-Specific TLAAs LRA Section 4.7 summarizes the evaluation of the following plant-specific TLAAs: * *
Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses in LRA Sections A.2.2.4 and A.3.2.4. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses is adequate.  
 
====4.6.4. Conclusion====
 
On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). 'The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 {d). 4. 7 Other Plant-Specific TLAAs LRA Section 4.7 summarizes the evaluation of the following plant-specific TLAAs: * *
* RCP flywheel analysis LBB steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear 4.7.1 Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Analysis 4.7.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4. 7.1 summarizes the evaluation of the RCP flywheel analysis for the period of extended operation.
* RCP flywheel analysis LBB steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear 4.7.1 Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Analysis 4.7.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4. 7.1 summarizes the evaluation of the RCP flywheel analysis for the period of extended operation.
The RCP motors have flywheels to increase rotational inertia, prolong pump coastdown, and ensure a prolonged primary coolant flow to the core if electrical power to the pump is lost. The aging effect of concern was identified by the applicant as fatigue crack initiation and growth in the flywheel bore keyway from stresses from the motor upon startup. RG 1.14, "Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Integrity," recommends periodic volumetric inspection of flywheels.
The RCP motors have flywheels to increase rotational inertia, prolong pump coastdown, and ensure a prolonged primary coolant flow to the core if electrical power to the pump is lost. The aging effect of concern was identified by the applicant as fatigue crack initiation and growth in the flywheel bore keyway from stresses from the motor upon startup. RG 1.14, "Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Integrity," recommends periodic volumetric inspection of flywheels.
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Based on the evaluations provided in WCAP-15666, which has been approved by the staff, the applicant concluded that the above inspection methods and frequency are sufficient to ensure structural integrity of the RCP flywheels through the period of extended operation.
Based on the evaluations provided in WCAP-15666, which has been approved by the staff, the applicant concluded that the above inspection methods and frequency are sufficient to ensure structural integrity of the RCP flywheels through the period of extended operation.
With regard to part (c), the applicant stated that some of the surface areas of the RCP flywheels are painted. However, the areas that are subject to inspection via volumetric, surface, and visual examinations are not painted. Therefore, the applicant concluded that the effectiveness of the NDE examinations performed on the RCP flywheel is not compromised.
With regard to part (c), the applicant stated that some of the surface areas of the RCP flywheels are painted. However, the areas that are subject to inspection via volumetric, surface, and visual examinations are not painted. Therefore, the applicant concluded that the effectiveness of the NDE examinations performed on the RCP flywheel is not compromised.
The staff finds that the applicant has performed necessary volumetric, surface, and visual examinations of the flywheel at a frequency that was approved by the staff. Therefore, the staff finds that the examination of the flywheel is acceptable.  
The staff finds that the applicant has performed necessary volumetric, surface, and visual examinations of the flywheel at a frequency that was approved by the staff. Therefore, the staff finds that the examination of the flywheel is acceptable.
: 4. 7.1.3 UFSAR Supplement In RAI 4.7.1-5, dated December 21, 2007, the staff noted that the applicant failed to provide a summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the RCP flywheel in LRA Section A.2.2. By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant stated that a TLAA evaluation is not applicable because the RCP flywheel analysis is not a TLAA as defined in 10 CFR 54.3(a). The applicant explained 4-54 OAGI0001368 00914 that because the flywheel is not susceptible to stress corrosion cracking and the number of start/stop cycles bound the projected number of cycles for 60 years, the analysis is not a TLAA. As this analysis is not a TLAA, it is not included in LRA, Appendix A.2.2. The staff finds that the RCP flywheel analysis of WCAP-15666 is applicable for 60 years of operation.
: 4. 7.1.3 UFSAR Supplement In RAI 4.7.1-5, dated December 21, 2007, the staff noted that the applicant failed to provide a summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the RCP flywheel in LRA Section A.2.2. By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant stated that a TLAA evaluation is not applicable because the RCP flywheel analysis is not a TLAA as defined in 10 CFR 54.3(a). The applicant explained 4-54 OAGI0001368 00914 that because the flywheel is not susceptible to stress corrosion cracking and the number of start/stop cycles bound the projected number of cycles for 60 years, the analysis is not a TLAA. As this analysis is not a TLAA, it is not included in LRA, Appendix A.2.2. The staff finds that the RCP flywheel analysis of WCAP-15666 is applicable for 60 years of operation.
Therefore, the RCP flywheel should not be considered as a TLAA and a summary description in LRA Section A.2.2 is not required.  
Therefore, the RCP flywheel should not be considered as a TLAA and a summary description in LRA Section A.2.2 is not required.
: 4. 7. 1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the RCP flywheel analyses are not TLAAs. The staff also concludes that a summary description of the TLAA evaluation in the UFSAR supplement is not needed because the RCP flywheel is not a TLAA and should not be considered for TLAA evaluation.  
: 4. 7. 1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the RCP flywheel analyses are not TLAAs. The staff also concludes that a summary description of the TLAA evaluation in the UFSAR supplement is not needed because the RCP flywheel is not a TLAA and should not be considered for TLAA evaluation.
: 4. 7.2 Leak before Break 4. 7.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.7.2 summarizes the evaluation of LBB for the period of extended operation.
: 4. 7.2 Leak before Break 4. 7.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.7.2 summarizes the evaluation of LBB for the period of extended operation.
LBB analyses evaluate postulated flaw growth in piping and consider the thermal aging of cast austenitic stainless steel piping and fatigue transients that drive flaw growth over the operating life of the plant. Because these two analytic considerations could be influenced by time, LBB analyses are potential TLAAs. The IP2 structural design protects against the effects of postulated reactor coolant loop pipe ruptures.
LBB analyses evaluate postulated flaw growth in piping and consider the thermal aging of cast austenitic stainless steel piping and fatigue transients that drive flaw growth over the operating life of the plant. Because these two analytic considerations could be influenced by time, LBB analyses are potential TLAAs. The IP2 structural design protects against the effects of postulated reactor coolant loop pipe ruptures.
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The applicant performed crack stability analyses using the most limiting fracture toughness values considering both the pre-service conditions as well as the fully aged conditions.
The applicant performed crack stability analyses using the most limiting fracture toughness values considering both the pre-service conditions as well as the fully aged conditions.
Because no additional drop in fracture toughness properties is expected once fully aged conditions are reached, these analyses are time independent and therefore bound the 60-year operating life. The leak detection systems for both IP2 and IP3 are based on the following (1) containment air radioactive particulate monitor, (2) containment air radioactive gas monitor (sensitivity variable depending on the amount of fuel clad leakage to provide radioactive gas to the coolant), (3) containment sump monitor, and (4) fan cooler unit condensate flow rate monitor. The applicant stated that the capability of the leak detection system components remains unchanged from that represented in the staff's SERs approving LBB for each unit. The staff finds that the original LBB analyses for the RCS piping will not be affected by the additional 20 years of operation in terms of leakage calculations, leak detection system capability, and crack stability.
Because no additional drop in fracture toughness properties is expected once fully aged conditions are reached, these analyses are time independent and therefore bound the 60-year operating life. The leak detection systems for both IP2 and IP3 are based on the following (1) containment air radioactive particulate monitor, (2) containment air radioactive gas monitor (sensitivity variable depending on the amount of fuel clad leakage to provide radioactive gas to the coolant), (3) containment sump monitor, and (4) fan cooler unit condensate flow rate monitor. The applicant stated that the capability of the leak detection system components remains unchanged from that represented in the staff's SERs approving LBB for each unit. The staff finds that the original LBB analyses for the RCS piping will not be affected by the additional 20 years of operation in terms of leakage calculations, leak detection system capability, and crack stability.
Therefore, the LBB analyses are applicable to the extended period of operation.  
Therefore, the LBB analyses are applicable to the extended period of operation.
: 4. 7.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of LBB in LRA Sections A.2.2.5 and A.3.2.5 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.
: 4. 7.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of LBB in LRA Sections A.2.2.5 and A.3.2.5 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.
On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address LBB is adequate and acceptable.  
On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address LBB is adequate and acceptable.
: 4. 7.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), that, for LBB, the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.
: 4. 7.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), that, for LBB, the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).  
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
 
4.7.3 Steam Generator Flow-Induced Vibration and Tube Wear 4. 7.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.7.3 summarizes the evaluation of steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear for the period of extended operation.
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Generator Flow-Induced Vibration and Tube Wear 4. 7.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.7.3 summarizes the evaluation of steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear for the period of extended operation.
The IP2 steam generators were evaluated on the basis of flow-induced vibration (tube wear) for the power increase.
The IP2 steam generators were evaluated on the basis of flow-induced vibration (tube wear) for the power increase.
The analysis of the effects of steam generator flow-induced vibration on tube wear assumed 40 years of operation.
The analysis of the effects of steam generator flow-induced vibration on tube wear assumed 40 years of operation.
The IP2 replacement steam generators went into service in January 2000 and will have less than 40 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation (September 2033); therefore, the analysis of flow-induced vibration effects on tube wear will remain valid through the end of the period of extended operation.
The IP2 replacement steam generators went into service in January 2000 and will have less than 40 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation (September 2033); therefore, the analysis of flow-induced vibration effects on tube wear will remain valid through the end of the period of extended operation.
4-62 OAGI0001368 00922 The IP3 steam generators were evaluated as to flow-induced vibration on tube wear for the power increase.
4-62 OAGI0001368 00922 The IP3 steam generators were evaluated as to flow-induced vibration on tube wear for the power increase.
The maximum pre-uprate predicted tube wear was 1.3 mils. As a result of the 4.8-percent uprate, tube wear increased 87 percent. The post-uprate wear over 40 years is approximately 2.4 mils (approximately  
The maximum pre-uprate predicted tube wear was 1.3 mils. As a result of the 4.8-percent uprate, tube wear increased 87 percent. The post-uprate wear over 40 years is approximately 2.4 mils (approximately 4.9 percent through-wall wear). This amount of wear will not affect tube integrity significantly.
 
The IP3 replacement steam generators went into service in 1989 and will have 46.5 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation (2035); therefore, this analysis is a TLM. As tube wear is a result of time in service, it is appropriate to project the additional wear for the period of extended operation as 46.5/40 times the 40-year wear. Projected wear is 2.8 mils (approximately 5.7 percent through-wall) by the end of the period of extended operation, still well below the allowable 40-percent through-wall wear depth (20 mils); hence, tube wear during the period of extended operation will not be unacceptably high, and the IP3 tube wear TLM has been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
===4.9 percent===
through-wall wear). This amount of wear will not affect tube integrity significantly.
The IP3 replacement steam generators went into service in 1989 and will have 46.5 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation (2035); therefore, this analysis is a TLM. As tube wear is a result of time in service, it is appropriate to project the additional wear for the period of extended operation as 46.5/40 times the 40-year wear. Projected wear is 2.8 mils (approximately  
 
===5.7 percent===
through-wall) by the end of the period of extended operation, still well below the allowable 40-percent through-wall wear depth (20 mils); hence, tube wear during the period of extended operation will not be unacceptably high, and the IP3 tube wear TLM has been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.  
: 4. 7.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.7.3, to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation and that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
: 4. 7.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.7.3, to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation and that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
The IP2 replacement steam generators were installed in January of 2000. The applicant stated that the design life of the replacement steam generators extends to 2040, which exceeds the period of extended operation sought in its LRA. The applicant concludes that the steam generator flow-induced vibration analysis remains valid for the period of extended operation.
The IP2 replacement steam generators were installed in January of 2000. The applicant stated that the design life of the replacement steam generators extends to 2040, which exceeds the period of extended operation sought in its LRA. The applicant concludes that the steam generator flow-induced vibration analysis remains valid for the period of extended operation.
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The projected wear is well below the allowable wear depth. The staff reviewed and confirmed the licensee's analysis.
The projected wear is well below the allowable wear depth. The staff reviewed and confirmed the licensee's analysis.
In addition to a valid induced vibration analysis, the IP3 steam generators are designed to minimize the potential for flow-induced vibration to occur. Steam generator tubes are supported to minimize excessive vibration which could be detrimental to their structural integrity.
In addition to a valid induced vibration analysis, the IP3 steam generators are designed to minimize the potential for flow-induced vibration to occur. Steam generator tubes are supported to minimize excessive vibration which could be detrimental to their structural integrity.
The impact of flow-induced vibration will most likely cause tube wear at the intersection of antivibration bars and the tubes. However, periodic inspections conducted in accordance with the applicant's Steam Generator Integrity Program will monitor and detect any potential tube wear. On the basis of the information the applicant submitted, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(ii), the TLM of flow-induced vibration on steam generator 4-63 OAGI0001368 00923 tubes has been projected to the end of the period' of extended operation and is therefore acceptable.  
The impact of flow-induced vibration will most likely cause tube wear at the intersection of antivibration bars and the tubes. However, periodic inspections conducted in accordance with the applicant's Steam Generator Integrity Program will monitor and detect any potential tube wear. On the basis of the information the applicant submitted, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(ii), the TLM of flow-induced vibration on steam generator 4-63 OAGI0001368 00923 tubes has been projected to the end of the period' of extended operation and is therefore acceptable.
: 4. 7.3.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear in LRA Sections A.2.2.6 and A.3.2.6. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear is adequate.  
: 4. 7.3.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear in LRA Sections A.2.2.6 and A.3.2.6. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear is adequate.
: 4. 7.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), that, for IP2, the steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.
: 4. 7.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), that, for IP2, the steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.
The applicant also has demonstrated, pursuant to10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), that, for IP3, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
The applicant also has demonstrated, pursuant to10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), that, for IP3, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).  
The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).
 
4.8 Conclusion for TLAAs The staff reviewed the information in LRA Section 4, "Time-Limited Aging Analyses." On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has provided a sufficient list of TLAAs, as defined in 10 CFR 54.3, and that the applicant has demonstrated that (1) the TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
===4.8 Conclusion===
 
for TLAAs The staff reviewed the information in LRA Section 4, "Time-Limited Aging Analyses." On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has provided a sufficient list of TLAAs, as defined in 10 CFR 54.3, and that the applicant has demonstrated that (1) the TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(i), (2) the TLAAs have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), or (3) the effects of aging on intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(i), (2) the TLAAs have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), or (3) the effects of aging on intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1  
)(iii). The staff also reviewed the UFSAR supplement for the TLAAs and finds that the supplement contains descriptions of the TLAAs sufficient to satisfy the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (d). In addition, the staff concludes, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), that no plant-specific, TLAA-based exemptions are in effect. With regard to these matters, the staff concludes that reasonable assurance exists that the activities authorized by the renewed licenses will continue to be conducted in accordance with the CLB and that any changes made to the CLB, in order to comply with 10 CFR 54.29(a), are in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and NRC regulations.
)(iii). The staff also reviewed the UFSAR supplement for the TLAAs and finds that the supplement contains descriptions of the TLAAs sufficient to satisfy the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (d). In addition, the staff concludes, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), that no plant-specific, TLAA-based exemptions are in effect. With regard to these matters, the staff concludes that reasonable assurance exists that the activities authorized by the renewed licenses will continue to be conducted in accordance with the CLB and that any changes made to the CLB, in order to comply with 10 CFR 54.29(a), are in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and NRC regulations.
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We also had the benefit of the documents referenced.
We also had the benefit of the documents referenced.
This report fulfills the requirement of 10 CFR 54.25 that the ACRS review and report on all license renewal applications.
This report fulfills the requirement of 10 CFR 54.25 that the ACRS review and report on all license renewal applications.
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION  
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
: 1. The programs established and committed to by the applicant to manage age-related degradation provide reasonable assurance that IP2 and IP3 can be operated in accordance with their current licensing bases for the period of extended operation without undue risk to the health and safety of the public. 2. The Entergy application for renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3 should be approved.
: 1. The programs established and committed to by the applicant to manage age-related degradation provide reasonable assurance that IP2 and IP3 can be operated in accordance with their current licensing bases for the period of extended operation without undue risk to the health and safety of the public. 2. The Entergy application for renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3 should be approved.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION IP2 and IP3 are Westinghouse 4-loop pressurized water reactors with large, dry ambient pressure containments.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION IP2 and IP3 are Westinghouse 4-loop pressurized water reactors with large, dry ambient pressure containments.
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This inspection and monitoring program is consistent with the GALL Report and significantly exceeds the minimum number of inspections required in similar programs at other plants. The staff reviewed Entergy's amended buried piping and tanks inspection program and concluded it was adequate to manage aging effects. We concur with the staff's conclusion.
This inspection and monitoring program is consistent with the GALL Report and significantly exceeds the minimum number of inspections required in similar programs at other plants. The staff reviewed Entergy's amended buried piping and tanks inspection program and concluded it was adequate to manage aging effects. We concur with the staff's conclusion.
We agree with the staff that there are no issues related to the matters described in 10 CFR 54.29(a)(1) and (a)(2) that preclude renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3. The programs established and committed to by Entergy provide reasonable assurance that IP2 and IP3 can be operated in accordance with their current licensing bases for the period of extended operation without undue risk to the health and safety of the public. The Entergy application for renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3 should be approved.
We agree with the staff that there are no issues related to the matters described in 10 CFR 54.29(a)(1) and (a)(2) that preclude renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3. The programs established and committed to by Entergy provide reasonable assurance that IP2 and IP3 can be operated in accordance with their current licensing bases for the period of extended operation without undue risk to the health and safety of the public. The Entergy application for renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3 should be approved.
Sincerely, Mario V. Bonaca Chairman 5-5 OAGI0001368 00929 REFERENCES  
Sincerely, Mario V. Bonaca Chairman 5-5 OAGI0001368 00929 REFERENCES
: 1. Memorandum to Edwin M. Hackett, Executive Director, ACRS, transmitting the NRC Final Safety Evaluation Report for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 License Renewal Application -Safety Evaluation Report, August 18, 2009 (ML092250413 and ML092240268)  
: 1. Memorandum to Edwin M. Hackett, Executive Director, ACRS, transmitting the NRC Final Safety Evaluation Report for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 License Renewal Application -Safety Evaluation Report, August 18, 2009 (ML092250413 and ML092240268)
: 2. Letter from F.R. Dacimo (Entergy) to U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, transmitting the Application to Renew the Operating Licenses of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units No.2 and 3, April23, 2007 (ML071210512)  
: 2. Letter from F.R. Dacimo (Entergy) to U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, transmitting the Application to Renew the Operating Licenses of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units No.2 and 3, April23, 2007 (ML071210512)
: 3. U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, "Generic Aging Lessons Learned (GALL) Report," NUREG-1801, Volumes 1 & 2, Revision 1, September 2005 (ML052110005 and ML052110006)  
: 3. U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, "Generic Aging Lessons Learned (GALL) Report," NUREG-1801, Volumes 1 & 2, Revision 1, September 2005 (ML052110005 and ML052110006)
: 4. Letter from Kimberly Green, Safety Project Manager, NRR, to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Audit Reports Regarding the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application," January 13, 2009 (ML083540625)  
: 4. Letter from Kimberly Green, Safety Project Manager, NRR, to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Audit Reports Regarding the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application," January 13, 2009 (ML083540625)
: 5. Letter from R. J. Conte, Chief, Engineering Branch 1, Region 1, to J. Pollock, Site Vice President, Entergy, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 :-NRC License Renewal Inspection Report 05000247/2008006 and 05000286/2008006," August 1, 2008 (ML082140149)  
: 5. Letter from R. J. Conte, Chief, Engineering Branch 1, Region 1, to J. Pollock, Site Vice President, Entergy, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 :-NRC License Renewal Inspection Report 05000247/2008006 and 05000286/2008006," August 1, 2008 (ML082140149)
: 6. Letter from P. Musegaas, Esq. and D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to M. V. Bonaca, Chairman, ACRS, "Comments to the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards on the Indian Point License Renewal Application and Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items," February 27, 2009 (ML092640558)  
: 6. Letter from P. Musegaas, Esq. and D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to M. V. Bonaca, Chairman, ACRS, "Comments to the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards on the Indian Point License Renewal Application and Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items," February 27, 2009 (ML092640558)
: 7. Letter from P. Musegaas, Esq. and D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to 0. L. Maynard, ACRS, "Follow-up Comments to the ACRS on the Indian Point License Renewal Application and Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items," dated April 16, 2009(ML091170625)  
: 7. Letter from P. Musegaas, Esq. and D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to 0. L. Maynard, ACRS, "Follow-up Comments to the ACRS on the Indian Point License Renewal Application and Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items," dated April 16, 2009(ML091170625)
: 8. Letter from D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to M. V. Bonaca, Chairman, ACRS, "September 10-12, 2009 ACRS Meeting to Discuss License Renewal Application and Final Safety Evaluation (SER) Report for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3," September 4, 2009 (ML092540360)  
: 8. Letter from D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to M. V. Bonaca, Chairman, ACRS, "September 10-12, 2009 ACRS Meeting to Discuss License Renewal Application and Final Safety Evaluation (SER) Report for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3," September 4, 2009 (ML092540360)
: 9. Letter from M. W. Hodges, NRR, toW. Rasin, Vice President and Director, Nuclear Management and Resources Council, "Staff Safety Assessment of Report WCAP-13587, Revision 1, "Reactor Vessel Upper Shelf Energy Bounding Evaluation for Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactors," September 1993," April 21, 1994 (ML090580069) 5-6 OAGI0001368 00930 SECTION 6 . CONCLUSION The staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff) reviewed the license renewal application (LRA) for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, in accordance with NRC regulations and NUREG-1800, Revision 1, "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants," dated September 2005. Title 10, Section 54.29, of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 54.29) sets the standards for issuance of a renewed license. Pursuant to 10 CFR 54.29(a), the Commission may issue a renewed license if finds that actions have been identified and have been or will be taken, such that there is reasonable assurance that the activities authorized by the renewed license will continue to be conducted in accordance with the current licensing basis (CLB). On the basis of its review of the LRA, the staff determines that the requirements of 10 CFR 54.29(a) have been met. The staff notes that any requirements of 10 CFR Part 51, Subpart A, will be documented in Supplement 38 to NUREG-1437, "Generic Environmental Impact Statement for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants Regarding Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3." 6-1 OAGI0001368 00931 OAGI0001368 00932 Appendix A 0AGI0001368_00933 OAGI0001368 00934 APPENDIX A INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS During the review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3), license renewal application (LRA) by the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff), Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant) made commitments related to aging management programs (AMPs) to manage the aging effects for certain structures and components during the period of extended operation.
: 9. Letter from M. W. Hodges, NRR, toW. Rasin, Vice President and Director, Nuclear Management and Resources Council, "Staff Safety Assessment of Report WCAP-13587, Revision 1, "Reactor Vessel Upper Shelf Energy Bounding Evaluation for Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactors," September 1993," April 21, 1994 (ML090580069) 5-6 OAGI0001368 00930 SECTION 6 . CONCLUSION The staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff) reviewed the license renewal application (LRA) for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, in accordance with NRC regulations and NUREG-1800, Revision 1, "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants," dated September 2005. Title 10, Section 54.29, of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 54.29) sets the standards for issuance of a renewed license. Pursuant to 10 CFR 54.29(a), the Commission may issue a renewed license if finds that actions have been identified and have been or will be taken, such that there is reasonable assurance that the activities authorized by the renewed license will continue to be conducted in accordance with the current licensing basis (CLB). On the basis of its review of the LRA, the staff determines that the requirements of 10 CFR 54.29(a) have been met. The staff notes that any requirements of 10 CFR Part 51, Subpart A, will be documented in Supplement 38 to NUREG-1437, "Generic Environmental Impact Statement for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants Regarding Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3." 6-1 OAGI0001368 00931 OAGI0001368 00932 Appendix A 0AGI0001368_00933 OAGI0001368 00934 APPENDIX A INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS During the review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3), license renewal application (LRA) by the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff), Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant) made commitments related to aging management programs (AMPs) to manage the aging effects for certain structures and components during the period of extended operation.
The following table lists these commitments along with the applicant's stated implementation schedules and sources for each commitment.
The following table lists these commitments along with the applicant's stated implementation schedules and sources for each commitment.
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* LRA Section Schedule
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NUCLEAR GENERATING UN.IT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS  
NUCLEAR GENERATING UN.IT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS  
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* discharge canal (IP2/3)
* discharge canal (IP2/3)
* emergency lighting poles and foundations (IP2/3)
* emergency lighting poles and foundations (IP2/3)
* fire pumphouse  
* fire pumphouse
{IP2)
{IP2)
* fire protection pumphouse  
* fire protection pumphouse
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{IP3)
* fire water storage tank foundations (IP2/3)
* fire water storage tank foundations (IP2/3)
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Additional P-T curves will be submitted as required per 1 0 CFR 50, Appendix G prior to the perio<:l of extended operation as part of the Reactor Vessel Surveillance Program. As required by 10 CFR 50.61(b)4), IP3 will submit a specific safety analysis for plate 82803-3 to the NRC three years prior to reaching the RT PTS screening criterion.
Additional P-T curves will be submitted as required per 1 0 CFR 50, Appendix G prior to the perio<:l of extended operation as part of the Reactor Vessel Surveillance Program. As required by 10 CFR 50.61(b)4), IP3 will submit a specific safety analysis for plate 82803-3 to the NRC three years prior to reaching the RT PTS screening criterion.
Alternatively, the site may choose to implement the revised PTS rule when approved.
Alternatively, the site may choose to implement the revised PTS rule when approved.
A-21 **. *.*.* UFSAR ,*:*' supplement LRA Section* ; * ** A.2.1.41 A.3.1.41 A.2.2.1.2 A.3.2.1.2 4.2.3 A.3.2.1.4  
A-21 **. *.*.* UFSAR ,*:*' supplement LRA Section* ; * ** A.2.1.41 A.3.1.41 A.2.2.1.2 A.3.2.1.2 4.2.3 A.3.2.1.4 4.2.5 Applicant's Implementation Schedule IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 IIP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 _ .. IIP3: December 12, I NL-07-039 2015 . NL-08-127 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 100 0 0 <D (J'1 (j)
 
====4.2.5 Applicant's====
 
Implementation Schedule IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 IIP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 _ .. IIP3: December 12, I NL-07-039 2015 . NL-08-127 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 100 0 0 <D (J'1 (j)
A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT Nos.:2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL coMMITMENTS  
A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT Nos.:2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL coMMITMENTS  
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*t At least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), under the Fatigue Monitoring Program, IP2 and IP3 will implement one or more of the following:  
*t At least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), under the Fatigue Monitoring Program, IP2 and IP3 will implement one or more of the following:
(1) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Detection of Aging Effects, update the fatigue usage calculations using refined fatigue analyses to determine valid CUFs less than 1.0 when accounting for the effects of reactor water environment.
(1) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Detection of Aging Effects, update the fatigue usage calculations using refined fatigue analyses to determine valid CUFs less than 1.0 when accounting for the effects of reactor water environment.
This includes applying the appropriate Fen factors to valid CUFs determined in accordance with one of the following:  
This includes applying the appropriate Fen factors to valid CUFs determined in accordance with one of the following:
: 1. For locations in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), with existing fatigue analysis valid for the . period of extended operation, use the existing CUF. 2. Additional plant-specific locations with a valid CUF may be evaluated.
: 1. For locations in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), with existing fatigue analysis valid for the . period of extended operation, use the existing CUF. 2. Additional plant-specific locations with a valid CUF may be evaluated.
In particular, the pressurizer lower shell will be reviewed to ensure the surge nozzle remains the limiting *component.  
In particular, the pressurizer lower shell will be reviewed to ensure the surge nozzle remains the limiting *component.
: 3. Representative CUF values from other plants, adjusted to or enveloping the IPEC plant specific external loads may be used if demonstrated applicable to IPEC. 4. An analysis using an NRC-approved version of the ASME code or NRC-approved alternative (e.g., approved code case) may be performed to determine a valid CUF. . A-22 I A.2.2.2.3 A.3.2.2.3  
: 3. Representative CUF values from other plants, adjusted to or enveloping the IPEC plant specific external loads may be used if demonstrated applicable to IPEC. 4. An analysis using an NRC-approved version of the ASME code or NRC-approved alternative (e.g., approved code case) may be performed to determine a valid CUF. . A-22 I A.2.2.2.3 A.3.2.2.3 4.3.3 Audit Item 146
 
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Item 146
* Applicant's Implementation Schedule  
* Applicant's Implementation Schedule  
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The sample will be obtained by NL-09-056 core boring the refueling cavity wall in an area that is NL-09-079 susceptible to exposure to borated water leakage. The inspection will include an assessment of embedded reinforcing steel. Additional core bore samples will be taken, if the leakage is not stopped, prior to the end of the first ten years of the period of extended operation.
The sample will be obtained by NL-09-056 core boring the refueling cavity wall in an area that is NL-09-079 susceptible to exposure to borated water leakage. The inspection will include an assessment of embedded reinforcing steel. Additional core bore samples will be taken, if the leakage is not stopped, prior to the end of the first ten years of the period of extended operation.
A sample of leakage fluid will be analyzed to determine the composition of the fluid. If additional core samples are taken prior to the end of the first ten years of the period of extended operation, a sample of leakage fluid will be analyzed.
A sample of leakage fluid will be analyzed to determine the composition of the fluid. If additional core samples are taken prior to the end of the first ten years of the period of extended operation, a sample of leakage fluid will be analyzed.
37 Enhance the Containment lnservice_lnspection  
37 Enhance the Containment lnservice_lnspection
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Audit Item 361 IP2: September 28, NL-08-127 Program to include inspections of the containment using 2013 enhanced characterization of degradation (i.e., quantifying the dimensions of noted indications through the use of optical aids) IP3: December 12, during the period of extended operation:
Audit Item 361 IP2: September 28, NL-08-127 Program to include inspections of the containment using 2013 enhanced characterization of degradation (i.e., quantifying the dimensions of noted indications through the use of optical aids) IP3: December 12, during the period of extended operation:
The enhancement 2015 includes obtaining critical dimensional data of degradation where possible through direct measurement or the use of scaling technologies for photographs, and the use of consistent vantage points for visual inspections.
The enhancement 2015 includes obtaining critical dimensional data of degradation where possible through direct measurement or the use of scaling technologies for photographs, and the use of consistent vantage points for visual inspections.
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:, APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS
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: . .. *.';' . . ' . . . ... 12/18/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Amendment 1 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073650195) 12/18/2007 12/03/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Requests for Additional Information Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450399) 12/20/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Reactor Vessel Surveillance and Neutron Embrittlement (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450327) 12/20/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA-Station Blackout Recovery (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450261) 12/21/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Requests for Additional Information for the Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel and Leak Break Analysis (ADAMS . ' Accession No. ML073460141) 01/04/2008 Letter from Eritergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information, Regarding License Renewal Application (Steam Generator Tube Integrity and Chemistry) (ADAMS Accession No; ML080160123) 01/04/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-(Balance of Plant Systems) (ADAMS Accession No. ML080160284) 01/14/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
: . .. *.';' . . ' . . . ... 12/18/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Amendment 1 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073650195) 12/18/2007 12/03/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Requests for Additional Information Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450399) 12/20/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Reactor Vessel Surveillance and Neutron Embrittlement (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450327) 12/20/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA-Station Blackout Recovery (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450261) 12/21/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Requests for Additional Information for the Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel and Leak Break Analysis (ADAMS . ' Accession No. ML073460141) 01/04/2008 Letter from Eritergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information, Regarding License Renewal Application (Steam Generator Tube Integrity and Chemistry) (ADAMS Accession No; ML080160123) 01/04/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-(Balance of Plant Systems) (ADAMS Accession No. ML080160284) 01/14/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
-Seeping and Screening Methodology (ADAMS Accession No. ML0801 00645) 01/17/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application  
-Seeping and Screening Methodology (ADAMS Accession No. ML0801 00645) 01/17/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application  
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-Seeping and Screening Methodology (ADAMS Accession No. ML08051 0579) 02/13/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Balance of Plant, Fire Protection and Nickel Alloy (ADAMS Accession No. ML080380429) 02/27/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application  
-Seeping and Screening Methodology (ADAMS Accession No. ML08051 0579) 02/13/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Balance of Plant, Fire Protection and Nickel Alloy (ADAMS Accession No. ML080380429) 02/27/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application  
-Reactor Coolant System and Structures (ADAMS Accession No. ML080640843) 03/10/2008 02/08/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generation Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML080420629) 03/12/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-Balance of Plant, Fire Protection, and Nickel Alloy (ADAMS Accession No. ML080780438) 03/24/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Amendment 3 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081070255) 04/02/2008 03/07/2008-Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080840568) 04/03/2008 03/18/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080850050)
-Reactor Coolant System and Structures (ADAMS Accession No. ML080640843) 03/10/2008 02/08/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generation Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML080420629) 03/12/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-Balance of Plant, Fire Protection, and Nickel Alloy (ADAMS Accession No. ML080780438) 03/24/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Amendment 3 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081070255) 04/02/2008 03/07/2008-Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080840568) 04/03/2008 03/18/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080850050)
B-8 OAGI0001368 00970 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 04/09/2008 02/12/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Request for Additional Information Related to the Iridian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application Leak Before Break Analyses (ADAMS Accession No. ML080800437) 04/18/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information, Review of License Renewal Application-Time-Limited Aging Analyses, Bolted Connections, and Boraflex (ADAMS Accession No. ML08087037  
B-8 OAGI0001368 00970 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 04/09/2008 02/12/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Request for Additional Information Related to the Iridian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application Leak Before Break Analyses (ADAMS Accession No. ML080800437) 04/18/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information, Review of License Renewal Application-Time-Limited Aging Analyses, Bolted Connections, and Boraflex (ADAMS Accession No. ML08087037
: 4) 04/23/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding Site Audit Review of License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081230243) 04/23/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Revision of Schedule for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081000441) 04/29/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generatif'!g Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
: 4) 04/23/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding Site Audit Review of License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081230243) 04/23/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Revision of Schedule for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081000441) 04/29/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generatif'!g Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
-Metal Enclosed Buses and Fire Protection (ADAMS Accession No. ML081150435) 04/30/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Amendment 4 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081280491) 05/07/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
-Metal Enclosed Buses and Fire Protection (ADAMS Accession No. ML081150435) 04/30/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Amendment 4 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081280491) 05/07/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
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B-12 OAGI0001368 0097 4 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 01/13/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Audit Reports regarding the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540625) 01/13/2009 "Seeping and Screening Methodolgy Audit Trip Report For Indian Point, Units 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540648) 01/13/2009 "Audit Report For Plant Aging Management Programs and Reviews for Indian Point, Units 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540662) 01/15/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 .and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090060045) 01/15/2009 "Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090150571) 01/16/2009 Press Release 09-012: NRC Issues Safety Evaluation Reportwith Open Items for Indian Point Nuclear Plant License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML090160217) 02/04/2009 12/17/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, LRA-Open Items {ADAMS Accession No. ML090300033) 01/27/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point, 'Units 2 & 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information  
B-12 OAGI0001368 0097 4 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 01/13/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Audit Reports regarding the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540625) 01/13/2009 "Seeping and Screening Methodolgy Audit Trip Report For Indian Point, Units 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540648) 01/13/2009 "Audit Report For Plant Aging Management Programs and Reviews for Indian Point, Units 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540662) 01/15/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 .and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090060045) 01/15/2009 "Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090150571) 01/16/2009 Press Release 09-012: NRC Issues Safety Evaluation Reportwith Open Items for Indian Point Nuclear Plant License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML090160217) 02/04/2009 12/17/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, LRA-Open Items {ADAMS Accession No. ML090300033) 01/27/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point, 'Units 2 & 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information  
-Miscellaneous Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090420455) 03/13/2009 Summary of Telephone Conference Calls Held Between February 9 and 17, 2009, between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Indian Point Nuclear Generating .Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Status of Open Items (ADAMS Accession ML090710320) 03/25/2009 03/02/2009 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point, Units 2 & 3, License Renewal Application  
-Miscellaneous Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090420455) 03/13/2009 Summary of Telephone Conference Calls Held Between February 9 and 17, 2009, between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Indian Point Nuclear Generating .Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Status of Open Items (ADAMS Accession ML090710320) 03/25/2009 03/02/2009 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point, Units 2 & 3, License Renewal Application  
-Open Items (ADAMS Accession No. ML0907607  
-Open Items (ADAMS Accession No. ML0907607
: 48) B-13 OAGI0001368 00975 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY . *'* ,' -. ' .* -*._. Date Subject :: 03/12/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Response to Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal" (ADAMS Accession No. M L090830518) 03/04/2009 "Transcript of the ACRS Plant License Renewal Subcommittee Meeting (Indian Point), March 04, 2009" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090840402) 04/03/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
: 48) B-13 OAGI0001368 00975 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY . *'* ,' -. ' .* -*._. Date Subject :: 03/12/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Response to Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal" (ADAMS Accession No. M L090830518) 03/04/2009 "Transcript of the ACRS Plant License Renewal Subcommittee Meeting (Indian Point), March 04, 2009" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090840402) 04/03/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application  
-Open Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090920150) 04/09/2009 04/01/09 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application  
-Open Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090920150) 04/09/2009 04/01/09 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application  
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SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 36 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26 and Amendment No. 10 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, dated November 30, 1977 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003781118)
SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 36 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26 and Amendment No. 10 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, dated November 30, 1977 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003781118)
SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 37 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26 and Amendment No. 11 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, dated February 3, 1978 (ADAMS Accession No. ML00377 4906) SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 46 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26, dated January 31, 1979 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003775054)
SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 37 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26 and Amendment No. 11 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, dated February 3, 1978 (ADAMS Accession No. ML00377 4906) SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 46 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26, dated January 31, 1979 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003775054)
SER .Related to the Issuance of Amendment 24 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64 for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Plant, Unit No. 3, dated March 6, 1979 (ADAMS Accession No. ML0037787  
SER .Related to the Issuance of Amendment 24 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64 for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Plant, Unit No. 3, dated March 6, 1979 (ADAMS Accession No. ML0037787
: 49) SER Supplement to Fire Protection Safety Evaluation Supporting Additional Modifications re Change from Reliance Upon Fire Rated Door to Reliance Upon Water, dated May 2, 1980 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession Nos. 8005270021 and 8005270023)
: 49) SER Supplement to Fire Protection Safety Evaluation Supporting Additional Modifications re Change from Reliance Upon Fire Rated Door to Reliance Upon Water, dated May 2, 1980 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession Nos. 8005270021 and 8005270023)
SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 64 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26, dated October 31, 1980 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003778538)
SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 64 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26, dated October 31, 1980 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003778538)

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New York State (NYS) Pre-Filed Evidentiary Hearing Exhibit NYS000326E, NRC Staff, Safety Evaluation Report Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generation Units Nos. 2 and 3, NUREG-1930 (November 2009) (NUREG-1930)
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Monitoring Program in SER Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. In LRA Table 3.4.2-1-IP2, the applicant applied Note F and identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel strainers exposed to steam (external).

The applicant has credited the Fatigue Monitoring Program with managing this aging effect. The staff documents its review and evaluation of the proposed Fatigue Monitoring Program in SER Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components such as strainers exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.4A.2.3.2 Main Feedwater System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the main feedwater system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP2, the applicant used Note I and identified no aging effect for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and valve bodies externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.

Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401, which states that the applicable components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.

The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AERM or AMP. On the basis that-the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment

{e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL

  • Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3-477 OAGI0001368 00775 3.4A.2.3.3 Auxiliary Feedwater System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the AFW system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant applied Note F and identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel strainers exposed to steam (external).

The applicant has credited the Fatigue Monitoring Program with managing this aging effect. The staff reviewed and evaluated the proposed Fatigue Monitoring Program and documents its evaluation in SER Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components such as strainers exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant proposed using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program to manage the loss of material in stainless steel piping, tubing, and valve bodies exposed to an external environment of outdoor air. The applicant applied Note G to indicate that the environment for these components and material is not included in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant's External Surfaces Monitoring Program includes periodic visual inspections of external surfaces during the system engineers' walkdowns of the systems. The staff evaluates the External Surfaces Monitoring Program in SER Section 3.0.3.2.5.

The staff finds that the aging effect of the loss of material in stainless steel piping tubing and valve bodies exposed to an external environment of outdoor air will be adequately managed by using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant proposed using the One-Time Inspection Program to manage the loss of material in stainless steel tubing and valve bodies exposed to a treated water (internal) environment.

The applicant applied Note G and plant-specific Note 407 to indicate that the environment for these components and material is not included in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant's One-Time Inspection Program will use inspections to detect whether these components are incurring a loss of material.

The program uses both visual and NDE techniques for inspection.

The program includes a provision that any unacceptable results or findings will be evaluated in accordance with the site corrective action process to determine the need for subsequent (including periodic) inspections.

The staff evaluates the External Surfaces Monitoring Program in SER Section 3.0.3.1.9.

Based on the above, the staff finds that the aging effect of the loss of material in these components will be adequately managed by using the One-Time Inspection Program. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant applied Note G and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for carbon steel piping exposed to treated water (internal) and proposed the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER Section 3.0;3.3.7.

In addition to Note G, the applicant applies Note 407 to this line item. Note 407 states, 'This treated water environment includes water that has been treated but is not maintained by a chemistry control program, such as water from the city water system. There is no environment in NUREG-1801 that will support a useful comparison for this line." The GALL Report states that, "Raw water may contain contaminates, including oil and 3-478 OAGI0001368 00776 boric acid, depending on the location, as well as originally treated water that is not monitored by a chemistry program." Therefore, it is the staff's opinion that this environment should be classified as raw water according to the GALL Report definition.

The applicant has credited the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program with managing the aging effect. This program includes activities to monitor components to detect degradation and monitor parameters such as wall thickness and surface condition.

The program uses both visual and NDE techniques to perform inspections.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing the loss of material in steel piping and piping components such as valve bodies. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant proposed using the Bolting Integrity Program to manage the loss of material in stainless steel bolting exposed to the outdoor air (external) environment.

The applicant applied Note G to indicate that the environment for this component and material is not included in the GALL Report. The staff evaluates the Bolting Integrity Program in Section 3.0.3.2.2.

This program is also recommended in Table4, Item 22, of the GALL Report to manage the loss of material due to general, pitting, and crevice corrosion in steel bolting exposed to outdoor air (external).

Based on the above, the staff finds that the aging effect of the loss of material in these components will be adequately managed by using the Bolting Integrity Program. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant applied Note G and plant-specific Note 402 to carbon steel piping externally exposed to condensation with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note 402 states, "[t]his environment is inside the condensate storage tank [CST]. The tank vapor space is nitrogen blanketed but the environment is conservatively assumed to be condensation." The applicant proposed the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's review of Water Chemistry Primary and Secondary Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2. 17. In Table VIII.H, Line Item VIII.H-10 of the GALL Report, it recommends the use of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program to manage loss of material on external surfaces of carbon steel piping exposed to condensation.

Therefore, loss of material is an appropriate aging effect for this material/environment combination.

However, the piping component of interest is internal to the CST. Therefore, use of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program is not practical.

The staff notes that during normal operation, the tank vapor space is blanketed with nitrogen which will reduce the presence of oxygen. The staff agrees that consideration of condensation as an environment is conservative.

The applicant proposed to use the water chemistry control program in lieu the External Surfaces Monitoring Program. The staff finds that use of the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary Program is acceptable because the program periodically monitors and controls known detrimental contaminants such as chlorides, fluorides, dissolved oxygen, and sulfate concentrations below the levels known to result in loss of material or cracking.

Additionally, water chemistry control is in accordance with industry guideline EPRI TR-102134 for secondary water chemistry in PWRs. As noted previously, the presence of oxygen which contributes to loss of material is reduced by the presence of the nitrogen blanket. Based on the above, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.

In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant applied Note G and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for carbon steel tanks exposed to concrete and oiled sand (external) and proposed the Aboveground Steel Tanks Program to manage this aging effect. The staff's review of the 3-479 OAGI0001368 00777 Aboveground Steel Tanks Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.1.

The staff finds this acceptable because the staff has accepted considering steel tanks exposed to concrete and oiled sand bounded by steel tanks exposed to soil which is in the GALL Report. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant applied Note G and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for copper alloy tubing exposed to steam (internal) and proposed the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary to manage this aging effect. The staff's review of Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.17.

Based on the review of this program, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing loss of material due to exposure to steam (internal) because American Society of Metals (ASM) Handbook, Volume 13B, "Corrosion of Metals," page 138, 2005 states that steam is not corrosive to copper alloys as long as levels of carbon dioxide, oxygen, and ammonia remain low. These species will be controlled by the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary to manage this aging effect. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP2, the applicant applied Note Hand identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel piping, piping components, and tubing exposed to steam (internal).

The applicant referenced this combination as a metal fatigue TLAA. The staff's evaluation of the metal fatigue TLAAs is documented in SER Section 4.3.2. During an audit, the staff questioned the applicant about these AMR results, to gain a better understanding of the conditions and how cracking would be managed (Audit Item 233). In its response, dated December 18, 2007, the applicant provided additional explanation of the conditions potentially leading to cracking and the consequences of a crack on performance of intended function.

The staff reviewed this information and concluded that the applicant has been conservative in postulating potential cracking and in assessing the potential consequences.

Therefore, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.

The applicant has credited the Fatigue Monitoring Program with managing this aging effect. The staff reviewed and evaluated the proposed Fatigue Monitoring Program and documents its evaluation in SER Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing*cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions Will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.4A.2.3.4 Steam Generator Slowdown System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-4-IP2 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-4-IP2, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the SG blowdown system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-4-IP2, the applicant used Note I and identified no aging effect for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and valve bodies externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.

3-480 OAGI0001368 00778 Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401, which states that the applicable components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.

The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AERM or AMP. On the basis that the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment (e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required}, the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has *demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.4A.2.3.5 IP2 Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Room Fire Event-Summary of Aging Management Review-LRA Tables 3.4.2-5-1-IP2 through 3.4.2-5-13-IP2 The staff reviewed LRA Tables 3.4.2-5-1-IP2 through 3.4.2-5.13-IP2 which summarize the results of AMR evaluations for the IP2 AFW pump room fire event component groups. LRA Table 3.4.2-5-2-IP2 Condensate System

  • By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant amended its LRA to include AMR line items for the following material/environmenUaging effect combinations:

titanium heat exchanger tubes exposed to externally to steam with an aging effect of loss of material and fouling; stainless steel heat exchanger tubes exposed externally to steam with an aging effect of fouling; and titanium heat exchanger tubes exposed internally to treated water with an aging effect of loss of material and fouling. The applicant proposed to manage these aging effects by using the Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary program. The staff documents its review of the Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary program in SER Section 3.0.3.2.17.

The Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary Program includes preventive measures that manage loss of material, cracking, or fouling for these components and follows EPRI Guidelines in TR-105714, Rev. 5, Pressurized Water Reactor Primary Water Chemistry Guidelines, and TR-102134, Rev. 6, Pressurized Water Reactor Secondary Chemistry Guidelines.

Because this system is non-safety related, and the applicant is adhering to appropriate EPRI Guidelines, the staff finds that this aging effect will be effectively managed by this program. By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant amended its LRA to state that titanium heat exchanger tubes exposed internally to raw water with an aging effect of fouling and loss of material will be managed by using the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3. 7. The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing 3-481 OAGI0001368 00779 activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material and fouling, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by this aging management program. LRA Table 3A.2-5-3-IP2 Circulating Water System By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant added line items with Note G for elastomer expansion joints exposed externally to outdoor air with the aging effects of cracking and change of material properties.

Note G is environment not in GALL for this component and material.

The applicant proposes to manage the effects of aging using the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER section 3.0.3.3.7.

The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for cracking and change of material properties, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by this aging management program. LRA Table 3.4.2-5-4-IP2 City Water System By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant added line items with Note G for carbon steel piping, sight glasses, and strainer bodies exposed to treated water on the inside with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL for this component and material.

The applicant proposes to manage the effects of aging using the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER section 3.0.3.3.7.

The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for cracking and change of material properties, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this AMP. In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G for stainless steel bolting, piping, tubing, and valve bodies exposed to an external environment of outdoor air, with the aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposed to manage the effects of aging of bolting components by the Bolting Integrity Program. The staff's evaluation of these programs is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.2.

The Bolting Integrity Program conducts inspections of bolting in accordance with the ASME Code,Section XI, Tables IWB 2500-1, IWC 2500-1 and IWD 2500-1, using visual techniques to inspect for leakage, loss of material, cracking, and loss of preload/loss of prestress.

The applicant proposed to manage the effects of aging for piping, tubing and valve bodies exposed externally to outdoor air by using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program. The staff's review of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program is documented in SER section 3.0.3.2.5.

The staff determined that this program will perform periodic visual inspections which will be capable of detecting loss of material and evidence of corrosion in these stainless 3-482 OAGI0001368 00780 steel components.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that, because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this program. In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, Note 407 for stainless steel flexible hose, piping, strainer, strainer housing, tubing and valve bodies exposed internally to treated water with the aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

Note 407 states: "This treated water environment includes water that has been treated but is not maintained by a chemistry control program, such as water from the city water system. There is no environment in NUREG-1801 that will support a useful comparison for this line." The applicant proposed to manage the aging using the Time Inspection Program. The staff's evaluation of this program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.1.9.

The staff notes that it is not anticipated that city water will attack stainless steel components because stainless steel is commonly used to contain potable water supplies.

The staff notes the use of the One-Time Inspection Program will verify that corrosion is not occurring or, if loss of material is identified during the one-time inspection, a corrective action report will be prepared and an evaluation will be conducted which may result in additional inspections of these components.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that, because these components will be inspected to confirm whether loss of material has occurred and additional inspections may be conducted if degradation is found, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this program. In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, Note 407, for sight glasses exposed externally to outdoor air and internally to treated water with no aging effect and no aging management program required.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The staff notes that GALL AMR Line Item V.F-10 states that glass exposed to air does not experience an aging effect requiring management.

The staff further notes that GALL AMR Line Item VII.J-7 states that glass exposed to treated water does not experience an aging effect requiring management The staff determines that sight glasses exposed to outdoor air and treated water do not have an aging effect requiring management.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because the applicant's determination is consistent with the recommendations of the GALL Report for glass exposed to outdoor air and treated water, the applicant has appropriately concluded that these components do not experience an aging effect requiring management.

In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, Note 407, for copper alloy with greater than 15 percent zinc strainer housing exposed on the interior to treated water with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposes that the aging effects be managed using the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program and the Selective Leaching Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3.7.

The staff's review of the Selective Leaching Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.1.13.

The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which generally implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The 3-483 OAGI0001368 00781 Selective Leaching Program will include a one-time visual inspection, hardness measurement (where feasible based on form and configuration) or other industry-accepted mechanical inspection techniques of selected components that may be susceptible to selective leaching to determine whether loss of material due to selective leaching has occurred and whether the process will affect component ability to perform intended functions during the period of extended operation.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the Selective Leaching Program will determine if selective leaching has occurred and if so, it will be evaluated to determine if additional inspections are required.

Accordingly, the staff finds that the aging effects for these component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by these programs.

LRA Table 3.4.3.-5-5-IP2 Wash Water System In a letter dated June 9, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, for stainless steel bolting exposed to outdoor air with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposed using the Bolting Integrity Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's evaluation of this program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.2.

The Bolting Integrity Program conducts inspections of bolting in accordance with the ASME Section XI, Tables IWB 2500-1, IWC 2500-1 and IWD 2500-1, using visual techniques to inspect for leakage, loss of material, cracking, and loss of preload/loss of prestress.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that, because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by this program. In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, for elastomer expansion joints exposed to outdoor air with the aging effects of cracking and change of material properties.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposes to manage the effects of aging using the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER section 3.0.3.3.7.

The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which generally implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for cracking and change of material properties, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by this AMP. In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G for stainless steel flexible hose, piping, pump casing, tubing and valve bodies exposed to an externally to outdoor air, with the aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposed using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program to manage this aging effect. The staff's review of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.5.

This program involves periodic visual inspection of SSCs in scope for license renewal to identify evidence of corrosion.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for signs of corrosion, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this AMP. 3-484 OAGI0001368 00782 LRA Table 3.4.2-5-7-IP2 Instrument Air System By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, for stainless steel bolting exposed to outdoor air with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposed using the Bolting Integrity Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's evaluation of this program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.2.

The Bolting Integrity Program conducts inspections of bolting in accordance with the ASME Code,Section XI, Tables IWB 2500-1, IWC 2500-1 and IWD 2500-1, using visual techniques to inspect for leakage, loss of material, cracking, and loss of preload/loss of prestress.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that, because these *Components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by this program. By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G, Note 407, for copper alloy with greater than 15 percent zinc heat exchanger tubes exposed on the interior to condensation with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposes that the aging effects be managed using the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3.7.

The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which generally implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. LRA Table 3.4.2-5-9-IP2 Service Water System In a letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note E, for stainless steel bolting exposed to condensation with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note E is defined as the AMR is consistent with the GALL Report AMR result for material, environment and aging effect, but a different AMP is credited, or the GALL Report identifies that a plant-specific AMP should be used. The applicant proposed using the Bolting Integrity Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's evaluation of this program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.2.

The Bolting Integrity Program conducts inspections of bolting in accordance with the ASME Section XI, Tables IWB 2500-1, IWC 2500-1 and IWD 2500-1, using visual techniques to inspect for leakage, loss of material, cracking, and loss of preload/loss of prestress.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that, because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combination will be effectively managed by this AMP. By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note E for stainless steel piping tubing and valve bodies and copper alloy tubing exposed to an external environment of condensation, with the aging effect of loss of material.

Note E is defined as the AMR is consistent with the GALL Report AMR result for material, environment and aging effect, but a different AMP is credited, or the GALL Report identifies that a plant-specific AMP should be used. The applicant proposed using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program to manage this aging effect. The staff's review of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program is documented in SER 3-485 OAGI0001368 00783 Section 3.0.3.2.5.

This program involves visual inspection of SSCs in scope for license renewal to identify evidence of corrosion.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for signs of corrosion, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this AMP. LRA Table 3.4.2-5-1 O-IP2 Lube Oil System By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant added line items with Note F for titanium heat exchanger tubes exposed internally to lube oil and externally to raw water with the aging effects of fouling and loss of material.

Note F is material not in the GALL Report for this component.

The applicant proposed to manage these aging effects by using the Oil Analysis Program for the lube oil environment and the Service Water Integrity Program for the raw water environment.

The staff's evaluation of the Oil Analysis Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.12.

The Oil Analysis Program maintains oil systems free of contaminants (primarily water and particulates) to preserve an environment that is not conducive to loss of material, cracking, or fouling. Activities include sampling and analysis of lubricating oil in accordance with industry standards such as ISO 4406, ASTM 0445, ASTM 04951, and ASTM 096.The staff's review of the Service Water Integrity Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.1.14.

The Service Water Integrity Program implements the recommendations of GL 89-13 for managing the effects of aging on the service water (SW) system, during the period of extended operation.

The program inspects components for erosion, corrosion, and biofouling to confirm the heat transfer capability of safety-related heat exchangers cooled by SW. Chemical treatment with biocides and sodium hypochlorite and periodic cleaning and flushing of infrequently used loops are methods for controlling fouling within the heat exchangers and managing loss of material in SW components.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for signs of corrosion, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by these aging management programs.

LRA Table 3.4.2-5-11-IP2 River Water Service System By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant referenced Note G for stainless steel bolting, tubing, and valve bodies exposed to an external environment of outdoor air, with the aging effect of loss of material.

Note G is environment not in GALL Report for this component and material.

The applicant proposed to manage the effects of aging of bolting components by using the Bolting Integrity Program. The staff's evaluation of these programs is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.2.

The Bolting Integrity Program conducts inspections of bolting in accordance with the ASME Code,Section XI, Tables IWB 2500-1, IWC 2500-1 and IWD 2500-1, using visual techniques to inspect for leakage, loss of material, cracking, and loss of preload/loss of prestress.

The applicant proposed to manage the effects of aging for tubing and valve bodies exposed externally to outdoor air by using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program. The staff's review of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program is documented in SER section 3.0.3.2.5.

The staff determined that this program will perform periodic visual inspections which will be capable of detecting loss of material and evidence of corrosion in these stainless steel components.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that, because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this program. 3-486 OAGI0001368 00784 LRA Table 3.4.2-5-12-IP2 Fresh Water Cooling System By letter dated June 12, 2009, the applicant amended its LRA to state that titanium heat exchanger tubes exposed internally to raw water and externally to treated water with the aging effects of fouling and loss of material, and referenced Note F. Note F indicates that the material is not in the GALL Report for this component.

The applicant proposes to manage the effects of aging using the Periodic SuNeillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's review of the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3. 7. The Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program enhancements add new activities to the plant's preventive maintenance and surveillance programs, which generally implement preventive maintenance and surveillance testing activities through repetitive tasks or routine monitoring of plant operations.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that because these components will be inspected periodically for loss of material and fouling, the aging effect for the component, material and environment combinations will be effectively managed by this aging management program. LRA Table 3.4.2-5-13-IP2 IP1 Station Air System The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-5-13-IP2, which summarizes the results of AMR results for the IP1 station air system with regard to the IP2 AFW pump room fire event. The staff's review did not identify any line items with plant-specific Notes F through J, indicating that the combinations of component type, material, environment, and AERM for this system are consistent with the GALL Report. The staff's evaluation of the line items with Notes A through E is documented in SER Section 3.4.2.1. 3.48.2.3 IP3 AMR Results Not Consistent with, or Not Addressed in, the GALL Report In LRA Tables 3.4.2-1-IP3 through 3.4.2-4-IP3, the staff reviewed additional details of the AMR results for combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not consistent with, or not addressed in, the GALL Report. In LRA Tables 3.4.2-1-IP3 through 3.4.2-4-IP3, the applicant indicated, through Notes F through J, that the combination of component type, material, environment, and AERM does not correspond to a line item in the GALL Report. The applicant provided further information about how it will manage the aging effects. Specifically, Note F indicates that the material for the AMR line item component is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note G indicates that the environment for the AMR line item component and material is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note H indicates that the aging effect for the AMR line item combination of component, material, and environment is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note I indicates that the aging effect identified in the GALL Report for the line item combination of component, material, and environment is not applicable.

Note J indicates that neither the component nor the combination of material and environment for the line item is evaluated in the GALL Report. For combinations of component type, material, and environment not evaluated in the GALL Report, the staff reviewed the applicant's evaluation to determine whether the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately mal"!aged so that the intended 3-487 OAGI0001368 00785 functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.

The staff documents its evaluation in the following sections.

3.4B.2.3.1 Main Steam System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-1-IP3 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-1-IP3, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the main steam system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-1-IP3, the applicant used Note *I and identified no aging effect for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and piping components such as steam trap, flow element, strainer housing, and valve bodies, externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.

Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401, which implies that these components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.

These components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AERM or AMP. On the basis that the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment (e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.

In LRA Table 3.4.2-1-IP3, the applicant applied Note Hand identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel piping, piping components, piping elements, tubing, strainers, thermowells, and valve bodies exposed to steam {internal).

The applicant has credited the Fatigue Monitoring Program with managing this aging effect. The staff reviewed and evaluated the proposed Fatigue Monitoring Program and documents its evaluation in Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. In LRA Table 3.4.2-1-IP3, the applicant applied Note F and identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel strainers exposed to steam (external).

The applicant has credited the Fatigue Monitoring Program with managing this aging effect. The staff reviewed and evaluated the proposed Fatigue Monitoring Program and documents its evaluation in Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on its review, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3-488 OAGI0001368 00786 3.48.2.3.2 Main Feedwater System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP3 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP3, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the main feedwater system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-2-IP3, the applicant used Note I and identified no aging effects for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and valve bodies externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.

Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401, which implies that the applicable components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.

The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AERM or AMP. On the basis that the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment (e,g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.4B.2.3.3 Auxiliary Feedwater System-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the AFW system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note F and identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel strainer exposed to steam (external).

The applicant has credited the Fatigue Monitoring Program with managing this aging effect. The staff reviewed and evaluated the proposed Fatigue Monitoring Program and documents its evaluation in SER Section 3.0.3.2.6.

Based on the review of this program, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing cracking due to fatigue in stainless steel piping and piping components such as strainers exposed to steam. The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill gives curves for fatigue of stainless steel and the Fatigue Monitoring Program is a conservative way to manage this aging effect. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant proposed using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program to manage the loss of material in stainless steel piping, tubing, and valve bodies exposed to an external environment of outdoor air. The applicant applied Note G to indicate that the environment for these components and material is not included in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant's External Surfaces Monitoring Program includes periodic visual inspections of external surfaces during the system engineer's walkdowns of the systems. The 3-489 OAGI0001368 00787 staff evaluates the External Surfaces Monitoring Program in SER Section 3.0.3.2.5.

The staff finds that the aging effect of the loss of material in stainless steel piping and tanks exposed to an external environment of outdoor air will be adequately managed by using the External Surfaces Monitoring Program. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant proposed using the Bolting Integrity Program to manage the loss of material in stainless steel bolting exposed to the outdoor air (external) environment.

The applicant applied Note G to indicate that the environment for this component and material is not included in the GALL Report. The staff documents its evaluation of the Bolting Integrity Program in SER Section 3.0.3.2.2.

This program is also recommended in the GALL Report, Table 4, Item 22, to manage the loss of material due to general, pitting, and crevice corrosion in steel bolting exposed to outdoor air (external).

Based on the above, the staff finds that the aging effect of the loss of material in these components will be adequately managed by using the Bolting Integrity Program. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note G and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for carbon steel tanks exposed to concrete and oiled sand (external) and proposed the Aboveground Steel Tanks Program to manage this aging effect. The staff's review of the Aboveground Steel Tanks Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.1.

The staff finds this acceptable because the staff has accepted considering steel tanks exposed to concrete and oiled sand bounded by steel tanks exposed to soil which is in the GALL Report. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note G and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for aluminum valve bodies exposed to outdoor air (external) and proposed External Surfaces Monitoring Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's evaluation of the External Surfaces Monitoring Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.5.

The staff finds this acceptable because the GALL Report has the same material/environment/aging effect/aging management program for different components in GALL Chapter Ill, Line Items 111.8.2-7 and 111.4-7. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note G and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for copper alloy tubing exposed to steam (internal) and proposed the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary to manage this aging effect. The staff's review of Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.17.

Based on the review of this program, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing loss of material due to exposure to steam (internal) because ASM Handbook, Volume 138, "Corrosion of Metals," page 138, 2005 states that steam is not corrosive to copper alloys as long as levels of carbon dioxide, oxygen, and ammonia remain low. These species will be controlled by the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary to manage this aging effect. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note G and plant-specific Note 402 to carbon steel piping externally exposed to condensation with an aging effect of loss of material.

Note 402 states, "[t]his environment is inside the condensate storage tank [CST]. The tank vapor space is nitrogen blanketed but the environment is conservatively assumed to be condensation." The applicant proposed the Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary Program to manage the effects of aging. The staff's review of Water Chemistry Primary and Secondary Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.17.

The staff's evaluation of this component/material/environment/aging effect/AMP combination is 3-490 OAGI0001368 00788 documented in SER Section 3.4A.2.3.3.

As stated in that section, the staff finds the applicant's . AMR results acceptable.

In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant proposed using the One-Time Inspection Program to manage the loss of material in stainless steel tubing and valve bodies exposed to treated water (internal) environment.

The applicant applied Note G and plant-specific Note 407 to indicate that the environment for these components and material is not included in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant's One-Time Inspection Program will use inspections to detect whether these components are incurring a loss of material.

The program uses both visual and NDE techniques for inspection.

The program includes a provision that any unacceptable results or findings will be evaluated in accordance with the site corrective action process to determine the need for subsequent (including periodic) inspections.

The staff evaluates the External Surfaces Monitoring Program in SER Section 3.0.3.1.9.

Based on the above, the staff finds that the aging effect of the loss of material in these components will be adequately managed by using the One-Time Inspection Program. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note G and plant-specific Note 407, and identified the loss of material as the aging effect for carbon steel piping and valve bodies exposed to the treated water (internal) environment.

The applicant has credited the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program with managing this aging effect. The staff reviewed and evaluated the proposed Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program and documents its evaluation in SER Section 3.0.3.3.7.

The program includes activities to monitor components to detect degradation and monitor parameters such as wall thickness and surface condition.

The program uses both visual and NDE techniques to perform inspections.

Based on the review of this program, the staff finds the proposed program acceptable for managing the loss of material in steel piping and piping components such as valve bodies. In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note H and identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel tubing exposed to steam (internal).

Note H indicates that the aging effect is not identified in the GALL Report for the componenUmateriallenvironment combination.

The staff's evaluation of the metal fatigue TLAAs is documented in SER Section 4.3.2. During an audit, the staff questioned the applicant about these AMR results, to gain a better understanding of the conditions and how cracking would be managed (Audit Item 232). In its response, dated December 18, 2007, the applicant provided additional explanation of the conditions potentially leading to cracking and the consequences of a crack on performance of intended function.

The staff reviewed this information and concluded that the applicant has been conservative in postulating potential cracking and in assessing the potential consequences.

On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results to be acceptable for these combinations.

In LRA Table 3.4.2-3-IP3, the applicant applied Note Hand identified "cracking-fatigue" as the aging effect for stainless steel flex hose, strainer, tubing, and valve body exposed to steam (internal).

The applicant stated that this is a TLAA. Note H indicates that the aging effect is not identified in the GALL Report for the component/material/environment combination.

The staff's evaluation of the metal fatigue TLAAs is documented in SER Section 4.3.2. During an audit, the staff questioned the applicant about these AMR results, to gain a better understanding of the conditions and how cracking would be managed (Audit Item 232). In its response, dated 3-491 OAGI0001368 00789 December 18, 2007, the applicant provided additional explanation of the conditions potentially leading to cracking and the consequences of a crack on performance of intended function.

The staff reviewed this information and concluded that the applicant has been conservative in postulating potential cracking and in assessing the potential consequences.

On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results to be acceptable for these combinations.

  • On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21{a)(3).

3.48.2.3.4 Steam Generator Slowdown System-Summary of Aging Management Review-LRA Table 3.4.2-4-IP3 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.4.2-4-IP3, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the SG blowdown system component groups. In LRA Table 3.4.2-4-IP3, the applicant used Note I and identified no aging effect for the carbon steel bolting, piping, and valve bodies externally exposed to the plant indoor air environment.

Note I for these AMR lines is further supplemented by the plant-specific Note 401 which implies that the applicable components are not subject to moisture condensation because they remain at high temperatures during normal plant operation.

The components have a similar material and environment as Item SP-1 in the GALL Report, which is applicable to the steel piping, piping components, and piping elements in an external environment of indoor air and does not require an AEM or AMP. On the basis that the LRA components are similar to other GALL Report items for the material and environment (e.g., GALL Report, Volume 2, Table V.F, Line Item V.F-16, whereby the AERM is listed as "none," the AMP is listed as "none," and no further evaluation is required), the staff finds that the effect of plant indoor air on steel components at elevated temperatures will not result in aging that will be of concern during the period of extended operation.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of combinations of material, environment, AERM, and AMP not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed, so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.4.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the steam and power conversion system components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3-492 OAGI0001368 00790 3.5 Aging Management of Containments, Structures, and Component Supports This section of the SER documents the staff's review of the applicant's AMR results for the containment, structure, and component support components and component groups of: * * *

  • containment building water control structures turbine building, auxiliary building, and other structures bulk commodities 3.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 3.5 provides AMR results for structures, structural components, and component supports.

LRA Table 3.5.1, "Summary of Aging Management Programs for Structures and Component Supports Evaluated in Chapters II and Ill of NUREG-1801

,"is a summary comparison of the applicant's AMRs with those evaluated in the GALL Report. The applicant's AMRs evaluated and incorporated applicable plant-specific and industry operating experience in the determination of AERMs. The plant-specific evaluation included condition reports and discussions with appropriate site personnel to identify AERMs. The applicant's review of industry operating experience included a review of the GALL Report and operating experience issues identified since the issuance of the GALL Report. 3.5.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5 to determine whether the applicant provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the containments, structures, and component supports components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR, will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

The staff conducted onsite audits of AMRs to ensure the applicant's claim that certain AMRs were consistent with the GALL Report. The staff did not repeat its review of the matters described in the GALL Report; however, the staff did verify that the material presented in the LRA was applicable and that the applicant identified the appropriate GALL Report AMRs. The staff's evaluations of the AMPs are documented in SER Section 3.0.3. Details of the staff's audit evaluation are documented in SER Section 3.5.2.1. During the onsite audit, the staff also selected AMRs consistent with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended.

The staff confirmed that the applicant's further evaluations were consistent with the SRP-LR Section 3.5.2.2 acceptance criteria.

The staff's audit evaluations are documented in SER Section 3.5.2.2. The staff also conducted a technical review of the remaining AMRs not consistent with or not addressed in the GALL Report. The technical review evaluated whether all plausible aging effects have been identified and whether the aging effects listed were appropriate for the material-environment combinations specified.

The staff's evaluations are documented in SER Section 3.5.2.3. 3-493 OAGI0001368 00791 For structures and components which the applicant claimed were not applicable or required no aging management, the staff reviewed the AMR line items and the plant's operating experience to verify the applicant's claims. Table 3.5-1 summarizes the staff's evaluation of components, aging effects or mechanisms, and AMPs listed in LRA Section 3.5 and addressed in the GALL Report. Table 3.5-1 Staff Evaluation for Structures, and Component Supports .. in the GALL Report **

in, GALL* *Report .*

.* .. :.:AMP

... staff

  • . Evaluation

'su*pplements, h1.GALL or Report Amendments PWR Concrete (Reinforced and Prestressed) and Steel Containments Concrete elements:

walls, dome, ba'semat, ring girder, buttresses, containment (as applicable).

(3.5.1-1)

Concrete elements; All (3.5;1-2}

Aging of accessible and inaccessible concrete areas due to aggressive chemical attack, and corrosion of embedded steel lSI (IWL) and for inaccessible concrete, an examination of representative samples of grade concrete, and periodic monitoring of groundwater if environment is aggressive.

A plant specific progra111 is . to be evaluated environment is aggressive.

Yes Cracks and

  • Structures . Yes distortion due to Monitoring Program. increased stress If a . . . . levels-from . . . system is relied upon . settlement for control of settlement, then the licensee is to ensure proper functioning of the de-wateiing
  • system. through the period of extended qperation. *.' 3-494 Containment lnservice InspeCtion (CII) -IWL, and Structures Monitoring Not applicable Consistent with GALL Report after resolution of Open Item 3.5-1 (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1} . Notapplicable (See SER Section OAGI0001368 00792 Concrete elements: .foundation, sub-foundation (3.5.1-3)

Concrete elements:

dome, wall, basemat, ring girder, buttresses, containment, concrete fill-in annulus (as applicable)

(3.5.1-4)

Steel elements:

dryviell; torus; drywell head; embedded shell and

  • sand pocket regions; drywell support skirt; tori.Js ring girder; downcomers; liner plate, ECCS suction header, support skirt, region shielded by diaphragm floor, suppression chamber (as applicable)

(3.5.1-5)

Steel elements:

steel liner, liner anchors, -integral attachments (3.5.1-6)

Prestressed containment tendons (3.5.1-7)

Reduction in

  • Structures foundation Monitoring Program strength, If a de-watering cracking, . system is relied upon
  • differential to control erosion of settlement due cement from porous to erosion of concrete porous concrete
  • subfouridations, then . subfoundation the licensee is to ensure proper functioning of the de-watering system through the period of extended operation.

Reduction of A plant-specific strength and aging management modulus of program is to be concrete due to evaluated.

elevated temperature Loss of material lSI (IWE) and due to general, 10 CFR Part.50, pitting and AppendixJ crevice corrosion

--:.:,.; Loss of material lSI (IWE) and due to general, 10 CFR Part.50, pitting and Appendix J crevice corrosion Loss of TLAA, evaluated in prestress due to accordance with relaxation, 10 CFR 54.21(c) shrinkage, creep, and elevated temperature 3-495 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes ' Not applicable Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1)

Not applicable Not applicable for IP3. Acceptable for IP2 after resolution of Open Item 3.5-2 (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1)

Not applicable Not applicable to PWRs (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.1)

CII-IWE, Containment Leak Rate, and Structures Monitoring Not applicable Consistent with GALL Report (See SERSection 3.5.2.2.1)

Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.1)

OAGI0001368 00793

  • . Coinporient Group Aging Effect/ AMP In GALL Further AMP in LRA, Staff Evaluation
(GALL Report Mechanism Report Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) ..
    • . or*.* ..... Report . Amendments*.

.. * .. :. *': Steel and stainless Cumulative TLAA, evaluated in Yes Not applicable Not applicable to steel elements:

vent fatigue damage accordance with PWRs (See SER line, vent header, (CLB fatigue 10 CFR 54.21(c) Section 3.5.2.1.1) vent line bellows; analysis exists) downcomers (3.5.1-8)

Steel, stainless steel Cumulative TLAA, evaluated in Yes TLAA Consistent with elements, dissimilar fatigue damage accordance with GALL Report (See metal welds: (CLB fatigue 10 CFR 54.21(c) SER Section penetration sleeves, analysis exists) 3.5.2.2.1) penetration bellows; suppression pool shell, unbraced down comers (3.5.1-9)

Stainless steel Cracking due to lSI (IWE) and Yes Not applicable Not applicable (See penetration sleeves, stress corrosion 10 CFR Part 50, SER Section penetration bellows, cracking *. Appendix J, and 3.5.2.2.1) dissimilar metal additional welds appropriate (3.5.1-10) examinations/

evaluations for bellows assemblies and dissimilar metal welds. Stainless steel vent Cracking due to lSI (IWE) and Yes Not applicable Not applicable to line bellows, stress corrosion 10 CFR Part 50, PWRs (See SER (3.5.1-11) cracking Appendix J, and Section 3.5.2.1.1) additional appropriate examination/

evaluation for bellows assemblies and dissimilar metal welds. Steel, stainless steel Cracking due to lSI (IWE) and Yes CII-IWE and Consistent with

,. :Aging Eff.ect/.

Group Further, AMP in LRA,. Staff Evaluation* (GALL Report . * .* .* . ***. ;.::,. *R.eport ' . .. *Evaluation

  • Supplements,.

Item

..... *.,, . in 'GALL , or **. Report Amendments Steel, stainless steel Cracking due to lSI (IWE) and Yes Not applicable Not applicable to elements, dissimilar cyclic loading 10 CFR Part 50, PWRs (See SER metal welds: torus; Appendix J, and Section 3.5.2.1.1) vent line; vent supplemented to header; vent line detect fine cracks bellows; downcomers (3.5.1-13)

Concrete elements:

Loss of material lSI (JWL). Evaluation Yes CII-IWL and See SER Section dome, wall, basemat (scaling, is needed for plants Structures 3.5.2.2.1 ring girder, cracking, and that are located in Monitoring

' buttresses, . spalling) due to moderate to severe containment freeze-thaw weathering (as applicable) . conditions (3.5.1-14) (weathering index > 100 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557). Concrete elements:

Cracking due to lSI (IWL) for . Yes CJJ-IWL and See SER Section walls, dome, expansion an*d accessible areas. StruCtures 3.5.2.2.1 basemat, ring girder, reaction with None for Monitoring buttresses, aggregate; inaccessible areas if . containment, increase in concrete was concrete fill-in porosity, constructed in annulus permeability due accordance with the (as applicable).

to leaching of recommendations in (3.5.1-15) calcium ACI201.2R hydroxide

    • .. '!. Seals, gaskets, and Loss of sealing

Personnel airlock, Loss of leak 10 CFR Part 50, No Containment Consistent with equipment hatch and tightness in Appendix J and plant Leak Rate, Cll-GALL Report CRD hatch locks,** closed position*

Technical

.. IWE, and plant hinges, and closure due to Specifications . Technical mechanisms mechanical

  • Specifications (3.5.1-17) wear of locks, hinges and . closure : mechanisms 3-497 OAGI0001368 00795 Steel penetration Loss of material lSI (IWE) and No sleeves and due to general, 10 CFR Part 50, dissimilar metal pitting, and Appendix J welds; personnel crevice airlock, equipment corrosion hatch and CRD hatch (3.5.1-18)

Steel elements:

Cracking due to lSI (IWE) and No stainless steel stress corrosion 10 CFR Part 50, suppression cracking Appendix J chamber shell (inner surface) (3.5.1-19)

Steel elements:

Loss of material lSI (IWE) and No suppression due to general, 10 CFR Part 50, chamber liner pitting, and Appendix J (interior surface) crevice (3.5.1-20) corrosion Steel elements:

Fretting or lock lSI (IWE) No drywell head and up due to downcomer pipes mechanical (3.5.1-21) wear Prestressed

  • . Loss o.f material lSI (IWL) No containment:

due to corrosion tendons and anchorage components (3.5.1-:?2)

.. Safety-Related and Other Structures; and Component Supports All Groups except . Cracking, loss of Structures Yes Group 6: interior and bond, and loss Monitoring Program

  • above grade exterior of material concrete (spalling, (3.5.1-23) scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel All Groups except Group 6: interior and above grade exterior concrete lncrease.in porosity and permeability, cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack Structures Monitoring Program . 3-498 Yes CII-IWE and Containment Leak Rate Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable CII-IWL and Structures*

Monitoring CII-IWL, supplemented by Structures Monitoring Consistent with GALL Report Not applicable to PWRs (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.1)

Not applicable to PWRs (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.1)

Not c:i"pplicable to PWRs (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.1)

Not applicabie to IP (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.1)

Consistent with GALL Report (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

Consistent with GALL Report (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

OAGI0001368 00796

. (GALL Report

  • .Mechanism
  • item
  • All Groups except Loss of material Group 6: steel due to corrosion components:

all structural steel (3.5.1-25)

' ; All Groups except . Loss of material Group 6: accessible (spalling, and inaccessible scaling) and concrete:

foundation cracking due to (3.5.1-26)

  • freeze-thaw
' All Groups except
  • Cracking due to Group 6: accessible expansion due. and inaccessible to reaction with interior/exterior.

aggregates concrete (3.5.1-27)

AMP.InGALL Report

  • Structures Monitoring Program. If protective coatings
  • are relied upon to manage the effects of aging; the Structures Monitoring Program is to include provisions to address : protective coating monitoring and maintenance.

Structures Monitoring Program. Evaluation is needed for plants that are , located in moderate to. severe weathering conditions (weathering index * > 100 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557).

Structures Monitoi'irig Program. None for inaccessible are'as if concrete was constructed in .. *' accordance with the . Groups 1-3, 5-9: All (3.5.1-28)

I Cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settLement recommendations in ACI201:2R-77.

Structures Monitoring Program. If a de-watering system is relied upon for control of settlement, then the licensee is to ensure proper functioning of the de-watering system through the . period of e><tended

... operation.

  • 3-499 Further Evaluation In GALL Report Yes Yes ' Yes AMP in LRA, Supplements, or Amendments Structures Monitoring, supplemented . by Fire* Protection CII-IWL, supplemented by Structures Monitoring.

In . some cases, ' Structures Monitoring is supplemented by Fire. Protection CII-IWL, supplemented by Structures Monitoring.

,. Not applicable .J . . **.*** . Staff Evaluation**

  • Consistent with GALL Report (See
  • SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

.. See SER Section . 3.5.2.2.2 See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2.

  • Not applicable SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

<";:. OAGI0001368 00797 Groups 1-3, 5-9: foundation (3.5.1-29)

Reduction in foundation strength, cracking, differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation Structures Yes Monitoring Program. If a de-watering system is relied upon for control of* settlement, then the licensee is to ensure proper functioning of the de-watering system through the period of extended operation.

Group 4: radial beam Lock-up due to . lSI (IWF) or Structures Monitoring Program seats in BWR wear drywell; RPV support shoes for PW R with nozzle supports; steam generator

      • supports (3.5.1-30)

Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9: below-grade concrete components, such as exterior walls below grade and foundation (3.5.1-31)

Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9: exterior above and below grade reinforced concrete foundations (3.5.1-32)

Increase in Structures porosity and Monitoring Program; permeability, examination of cracking, loss of representative material . . samples of below-(spalling, grade concrete, and scaling), periodic monitoring aggressive of groundwater, if the chemical attack; environment is cracking, loss of aggressive.

A plant bond, and loss specific program is of material

  • to be evaluated if (spalling, etivironmentis scaling), aggressive.

corrosion of embedded steel Increase in porosity and permeability, and loss of strength due to leaching of calcium hydroxide Structures Monitoring Program for accessible areas. None for inaccessible areas if . concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.

Groups 1-5: concrete Reduction of (3.5.1-33) strength and modulus due to elevated temperature A plant-specific aging management program is to be evaluated 3-500 Yes Yes Yes Yes Not applicable lnservice Inspection (lSI) -IWF Structures Monitoring Structures Monitoring Structures Monitoring Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

Consistent with GALL Report (See SER Section

  • 3.5.2.2.2)

See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2 See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2 Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

OAGI0001368 00798

Group Aging Effect/ AMP In GALL Further AMP In LRA, Staff Evaluation (GALL Report

  • Mechanism Report Evaluation Supplements, ** Item No;).* In GALL. or
  • Report Amendments Group 6: concrete;
  • Increase in . Inspection of Water-Yes . Structures See SER Section all . porosity and Control Structures or Monitoring

' 3.5.2.2.2 (3.5.1-34) permeability, FERC/US Army cracking, loss of* Corps of Engineers material due to . dam inspections and . aggressive maintenance I chemical attack; programs and for cracking, loss of inaccessible bond, loss of ' concrete, an . material due to examination of corrosion of representative embedded steel samples of below-i grade concrete, and , . periodic monitoring of groundwater, if the environment is non-*aggressive.

A plant ; specific program is to be evaluated if environment is aggressive.

Group 6: exterior Loss of material Inspection of Water-Yes Structures See SER Section above and below (spalling, Control Structures or Monitoring 3.5.2.2.2 grade concrete scaling) and FERC/US Army foundation cracking due to Corps of Engineers (3.5.1-35) freeze-thaw dam inspections and maintenance programs.

Eyaluation is needed for plants that are located in moderate to severe weathering conditions (weathering index > 100 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557).

Group 6: all Cracking due to Accessible areas: Yes Structures See SER Section accessible and expansion/reacti Inspection of Water-Monitoring 3.5.2.2.2 inaccessible on with Control Structures or reinforced concrete aggregates FERC/US Army (3.5.1-36)

Corps of Engineers dam inspections and maintenance programs.

None for inaccessible areas if concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R"77.

3-501 OAGI0001368 00799 Group 6: exterior Increase in For accessible Yes Structures See SER Section above and below porosity and areas, Inspection of Monitoring 3.5.2.2.2 grade reinforced

  • permeability, Water-Control concrete foundation loss of strength Structures or interior slab due to leaching . FERC/US Army (3.5.1-37) of calcium Corps of Engineers hydroxide dam inspections and maintenance programs.

None for inaccessible areas if concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.

Groups 7, 8: tank Cracking due to A plant-specific . Yes Not applicable Not applicable (See liners stress corrosion aging management SER Sections (3.5.1-38) cracking; loss of program is to be 3.5.2.1.2 and material due to evaluated 3.5.2.2.2) pitting and . crevice corrosion Support members; Loss of material Structures Yes* Structures Consistent with welds; bolted due to general . Monitoring Program . Monitoring, GALL Report (See connections; support and pitting supplemented SER Section anchorage to corrosion.

by Fire 3.5.2.2.2) building structure Protection and (3.5.1-39)

Fire Water System '*' Building concrete at Reduction in Structures Yes Structures See SER Section locations of concrete anchor Monitoring Program Monitoring 3.5.2.2.2 expansion and capacity due to grouted anchors; local concrete grout pads for degradation, support base plates service-induced (3.5.1-40)

  • cracking or other concrete aging mechanisms Vibration isolation Reduction or Structures*

Yes Not applicable Notapplicable (See elements loss of isolation*

Monitoring

  • Program SER Sections (3;5.1-41) function, 3.5.2.1.3 and radiation 3.5.2.2.2) hardening, temperature, humidity, . sustained vibratory loading *< 3-502 OAGI0001368 00800

-**,. " :Compo_nent:Gr6LIP-

Aging Effect/ ---_-{GALL'Reporf
  • -Mechanism Item No;) Groups 81.1, 81.2, Cumulative and 81.3: support fatigue damage members: anchor (CLB fatigue bolts, welds analysis exists)

Groups 1-3, 5, 6: all Cracking due to masonry block walls restraint (3.5.1-43)

' shrinkage, creep, and aggressive environment Group 6: elastomer Loss of sealing seals, gaskets, and -due to moisture barriers deterioration of (3.5.1-44) seals, gaskets, and moisture / barriers (caulking, flashing, and other sealants)

Group 6: exterior Loss of material above and below due to abrasion,.

grade concrete cavitation foundation; interior slab (3.5.1-45)

' Group 5
fuel pool Cracking due to liners
  • stress corrosion (3.5.1-46) cracking; loss of material due to pitting and crevice--

corrosion Group 6: all metal Loss of material structural members due to general (3.5.1-47) (steel only), AMP in GALL -*Report TLAA, evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c) Masonry Wall Program Struc;tures Monitoring Program ' Inspection of Water-Control Structures or FERC/US Army Corps of Engineers dam inspections and maintenance Water Chemistry and monitoring of spent fuel poolwater level -in accordance with technical spec;ifications and leakage from the leak chase channels.

Inspection atWater-*

C<;>ntrol Structures or FERC/US Army pitting and . . Corps of Engineers crevice dam inspections and corrosion maintenance.

If protective coatings are relied upon to manage aging, protective coating monitoring and maintenance

.. provisions should be included.

3-503 Further ---AMP In LRA, Staff Evaluation Supplements, In GALL or Report Amendments Yes Not applicable Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.2.2)

No Wall, Consistent with --supplemented . GALL Report by Fire Protection in some cases No Structures Consistent with Monitoring GALL Report .. , No Struqtures Consistent with _ Monitoring GALL Report -No Water ' Consistent with Chemistry GALL Report Control-Primary and Secondary, and Technical Specifications (for IP3 only) No .... ... Structures Consistent with .. Monitoring GALL."eport

-.. ****---' OAGI0001368 00801 Group 6: earthen Loss of material, Inspection of Water-water control loss of form due Control Structures or structures

-dams, to erosion, FERC/US Army embankments, settlement, Corps of Engineers reservoirs, channels, sedimentation, dam inspections and canals, and ponds frost aCtion, maintenance (3.5.1-48}

waves, currents, programs surface runoff, Seepage Support members; Loss of material Water Chemistry and welds; bolted due to general, lSI (IWF} connections; support pitting, and anchorage to crevice building structure corrosion (3.5.1-49}

Groups 82, and 84: Loss of material Structures galvanized steel, due to pitting Monitoring Program aluminum, stainless and crevice steel support corrosion members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure (3.5.1-50}

Group 81.1: high Cracking due to Bolting Integrity strength low-alloy stress corrosion bolts cracking; loss of (3.5.1-51}

material due to general corrosion Groups 82, and 84: Loss of Structures sliding support mechanical

  • Monitoring Program bearings and sliding function due to support surfaces corrosion, (3.5.1-52}

distortion, dirt, overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic therinal loads Groups 81.1, B1.2, Loss of material lSI (IWF} and 81.3: support due to general members: welds; and pitting bolted connections; corrosion support anchorage to building structure (3.5.1-53}

3-504 No No No No No* No Not applicable Not applicable Structures Monitoring Not applicable Structures Monitoring lnservice Inspection (lSI} -IWF Not applicable to IP (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.4}

Not applicable to PWRs (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.1}

Consistent with GALL Report Not applicable (See SER Section 3.5.2.1.5}

See SER Section 3.5.2.1 Consistent with GALL Report OAGI0001368 00802 Component Group Aging Effect/ AMP in GALL Further AMP In LRA, Staff Evaluation (GALL Report Mechanism Report . Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) in GALL .. or . . *Report* _Amendments . **'. , .. ,, Groups 91.1, 91.2, Loss of lSI (IWF) No ISI-IWF See SER Section and 91.3: constant mechanical 3.5.2.1 and variable load function due to spring hangers; corrosion, : guides; stops; distortion, dirt, (3.5.1-54) overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads Steel, galvanized Loss of material Boric Acid Corrosion No Boric Acid Consistent with . steel, and aluminum due to boric acid . Corrosion GALL Report support members; corrosion Prevention welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure

-(3.5.1-55)

Groups 91.1, 91.2, Loss of lSI (IWF) No ISI-IWF Consistent with and 91.3: sliding mechanical GALL Report surfaces function due to (3.5.1-56) . corrosion, distortion, dirt, l overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads Groups B1.1,.B1.2, Reduction or lSI (IWF) No Not applicable Not applicable to IP and B 1.3: vibration loss of isolation (See SER Section isolation elements function, 3.5.2.1.3)

(3.5.1-57) radiation hardening, temperature, I humidity, sustained vibratory loading Galvanized steel and None None No None Consistent with aluminum support GALL Report members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure exposed to air -* indoor uncontrolled

,.-(3.5.1-58) 3-505 OAGI0001368 00803 Stainless steel None support members; welds; bolted connections; support anchorage to building structure (3.5.1-59)

None No None Consistent with GALL Report The staff's review of the structures, structural components, and component supports groups followed any one of several approaches.

In one approach, documented in SER Section 3.5.2.1, the staff reviewed AMR results for components that the applicant indicated are consistent with the GALL Report and require no further evaluation.

In the second approach, documented in SER Section* 3.5.2.2, the staff reviewed AMR results for components that the applicant indicated are consistent with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended.

In the third approach, documented in SER Section 3.5.2.3, the staff reviewed AMR results for components that the applicant indicated are not consistent with, or not addressed in, the GALL Report. The staff's review of AMPs credited to manage or monitor aging effects of the structures, structural components, and component supports is documented

  • in SER Section 3.0.3. 3.5.2.1 AMR Results Consistent with the GALL Report LRA Section 3.5.2.1 identifies the materials, environments, AERMs, and the following programs that manage aging effects for the structures, structural components, and component supports:
  • * * * * * * * *
  • Boric Acid Corrosion Prevention Program Containment Leak Rate Program Containment lnservice Inspection Program (CII-IWE)

Containment lnservice Inspection Program (CII-IWL)

Fire Protection Program Fire Water System Program lnservice Inspection Program -IWF Masonry Wall Program Periodic Surveillance and .Preventive Maintenance Program Structures Monitoring Program Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary Program LRA Tables 3.5.2-1 through 3.5.2-4 summarize the results of the AMRs for the structures, structural components, and component supports, and identify the AMRs which the applicant claims are consistent with the GALL Report. The staff's review of LRA Tables 3.5.2-1 through 3.5.2-4, also included review of the revised LRA Tables 3.5.2-2 and 3.5.2-4 items in Attachment 1 to letter (Amendment 3 to LRA) dated March 24, 2008; and the revised LRA Table 3.5.2-1 items in Attachment 1 to letter (Amendment 5 to LRA) dated June 11, 2008. 3-506 OAGI0001368 00804 For component groups evaluated in the GALL Report, for which the applicant claimed consistency with the report, where the report does not recommend further evaluation, the staff's audit and review determined whether the plant-specific components of these GALL Report component groups were bounded by the GALL Report evaluation.

For each AMR line item, the applicant stated how the information in the tables aligns with the information in the GALL Report. Notes A through E indicate how the AMR is consistent with the GALL Report. The staff audited these AMRs. Note A indicates that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report for component, material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP is consistent with the GALL Report AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report and validity of the AMR for the site-specific conditions.

Note B indicates that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report for component, material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP takes some exceptions to the GALL Report AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report and verified that the identified exceptions to the GALL Report AMPs have been reviewed and accepted.

The staff also determined whether the applicant's AMP was consistent with the GALL Report AMP and whether the AMR was valid for the site-specific conditions.

Note C indicates that the component for the AMR line item, although different from, is consistent with the GALL Report for material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP is consistent with the GALL Report AMP. This note indicates that the applicant was unable to find a listing of some system components in the GALL Report; however, the applicant identified in the GALL Report a different component with the same material, environment, aging effect, and AMP as the component under review. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report. The staff also determined whether the AMR line item of the different component was applicable to the component under review and whether the AMR was valid for the site-specific conditions.

NoteD indicates that the component for the AMR line item, although different from, is consistent with the GALL Report for material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP takes some exceptions to the GALL Report AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report. The staff verified whether the AMR line item of the different component was applicable to the component under review and whether the identified exceptions to the GALL Report AMPs have been reviewed and accepted.

The staff also determined whether the applicant's AMP was consistent with the GALL Report AMP and whether the AMR was valid for the site-specific conditions.

Note E indicates that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report for material, environment, and aging effect, but credits a different AMP. The staff audited these line items to

  • verify consistency with the GALL Report. The staff also determined whether the credited AMP would manage the aging effect consistently with the GALL Report AMP and whether the AMR was valid for the site-specific conditions.

The staff audited and reviewed the information in the LRA. The staff did not repeat its review of the matters described in the GALL Report; however, the staff did verify that the material 3-507 OAGI0001368 00805 presented in the LRA was applicable and that the applicant identified the appropriate GALL Report AMRs. The staff reviewed the AMRs in LRA Tables 3.5.2-1 through 3.5.2-4 that reference notes A through D, in order to confirm that the applicant: (a) provided a brief description of the system, components, materials, and environments; (b) stated that the applicable aging effects were reviewed and evaluated in the GALL Report; and (c) identified those aging effects for the structures, structural components, and component supports that are subject to an AMR. On the basis of its audit and review, the staff determined that, for AMRs not requiring further evaluation, as identified in LRA Table 3.5.1, the applicant's references to the. GALL Report are acceptable and no further staff review is required, with two (2) exceptions which are discussed below. LRA Table 3.5.1, Item 3.5.1-52, Groups 82, and 84: sliding support bearings and sliding support surfaces, identifies "Loss of mechanical function due to corrosion, distortion, dirt, overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads" as the aging effect/mechanism.

The applicant's entry under Discussion is "Loss of mechanical function due to the listed mechanisms is not an aging effect. Such failures typically result from inadequate design or operating events rather than from the effects of aging. Failures due to cyclic thermal loads are rare for structural supports due to their relatively low temperatures." During the on-site audit and review, the staff questioned the applicant as to whether Group 82 and 84 supports that have a mechanical function, in addition to a structural support function, are included in the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program, and are inspected for signs of any type of degradation.

The applicant indicated this is the case. Although the applicant does not consider the loss of mechanical function due to the listed mechanisms to be an aging effect for these items, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/component combination.

On the basis that the applicant has an acceptable program in place to manage loss of mechanical and structural support functions for Group 82 and 84 supports, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.

LRA Table 3.5.1, Item 3.5.1-54, Groups 81.1, 81.2, and 81.3: constant and variable load spring hangers; guides; stops, identifies "Loss of mechanical function due to corrosion, distortion, dirt, overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads" as the "Aging Effect/Mechanism." The applicant's entry under "Discussion" is "Loss of mechanical function due to the listed mechanisms is not an aging effect. Loss of mechanical function due to distortion, dirt, overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads is not an aging effect requiring management. Such failures typically result from inadequate design or events rather than the effects of aging. Loss of material due to corrosion, which could cause loss of mechanical function, is addressed under Item 3.5.1-53 for Groups 81.1, 81.2, and 81.3 support members." The staff questioned the applicant as to whether the ISI-IWF Program manages loss of mechanical function due to corrosion, distortion, dirt, overload, fatigue due to vibratory and cyclic thermal loads, for Group 81.1, 81.2, and 81.3 ASME Code supports (Audit Item 250). In a letter dated December 18, 2007, the applicant stated that this is included in its ISI-IWF Program. Although the applicant does not consider the loss of mechanical function due to the listed mechanisms to be an aging effect for these items, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/component combination.

On the basis that the applicant has an 3-508 OAGI0001368 00806 acceptable program in place to manage loss of mechanical function for Group 81.1, 81.2, and 81.3 ASME Code supports, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed during the extended period of operation.

The staff reviewed the AMR results in LRA Tables 3.5.2-1 through 3.5.2-4 that reference Note E. For certain entries, the staff found that the applicant had referenced the AMPs that are credited in the GALL Report (IWL, IWE, IWF). However, the applicant chose to identify its AMPs for IWL, IWE, and IWF as plant-specific, rather than consistent with the GALL Report. Consequently, wherever these AMPs are credited, the applicant referenced Note E. This is acceptable, on the basis that the staff's review concluded that the applicant's AMPs are consistent with the corresponding GALL AMPs. The staff's detailed evaluations of the applicant's AMPs corresponding to IWL, IWE, and IWF are documented in SER Sections 3.0.3.3.2 through 3.0.3.3.4.

For entries that address cracking of masonry wall components, the applicant credits its Fire Protection Program, in addition to its Masonry Wall Program (which is consistent with the GALL Report), for aging management.

The staff confirmed that these AMPs inspect for cracking of masonry wall components.

The staff finds the applicant's AMR results to be acceptable.

For those entries that cover loss of material for carbon steel crane components, GALL Volume 21tem VII 8-3 (A-07) and Table 1, Item 3.3.1-73 is referenced.

The applicant credits either the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program or the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff confirmed that these AMPs inspect for loss of material of carbon steel components.

The staff finds the applicant's AMR results to be acceptable.

Multiple entries cover loss of material for concrete and steel components of water control structures and related bulk commodities, exposed to either a fluid environment or air, and credit the Structures Monitoring Program. As discussed in the GALL Report, for water control structures, an applicant may credit its Structures Monitoring Program, in lieu of the RG 1.127 AMP described in the GALL Report, provided all elements of the GALL RG 1.127 AMP are incorporated in the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program. Entergy has chosen this approach, and the staff has confirmed that the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program, as revised in response to Audit Item 88, incorporates the elements of the GALL RG 1.127 AMP. Therefore, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results to be acceptable.

The staff's detailed evaluation of the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.15.

One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel roof decking in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.

The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-25, and credits the Fire Protection AMP. The applicant has also credited the Structures Monitoring AMP in a separate Table 2 entry. Although the GALL report identifies the Structures Monitoring Program as the acceptable AMP, structural commodities related to plant fire protection are typically inspected under either the Fire Protection AMP or the Fire Water System AMP. For the specific applications cited above, the staff considers these AMPs to be acceptable alternatives or adjuncts to the Structures Monitoring AMP. 3-509 OAGI0001368 00807

/ Two entries cover loss of material of stainless steel liner plates and gate, in the refueling canal and the spent fuel pool. The applicant references Table 1, Item 3.5.1-46, and credits the Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary Program and monitoring of spent fuel pool level per technical specifications (spent fuel pool only). The staff found that the applicant's AMR result is consistent with the GALL Report for loss of material, but noted that the corresponding GALL Table 1 item also covers stress corrosion cracking of stainless steel liners. In LRA Table 1, Item 3.5.1-46, the applicant stated that the temperature threshold ( 140 oF) for the occurrence of stress corrosion cracking is higher than the operating temperature of the IP2 and IP3 spent fuel pools. Consequently, stress corrosion cracking is not an applicable aging effect. The staff confirmed that the operating temperature is lower than 140 oF. Therefore, the staff finds that stress corrosion cracking in the spent fuel liner is not an applicable aging effect. In LRA Table 3.5.2-3, for spent fuel pool liner plate and gate (IP2), the applicant included Note E which means that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report, but a different AMP is credited.

The spent fuel pool at IP2 is not equipped with leak chase channels.

The GALL Report indicates that the appropriate AMP for spent fuel pool liners is Water Chemistry Program as well as monitoring the pool level and leakage from the leak chase channels in accordance with technical specifications.

The staff noted that LRA Table 3.5.1, Item 3.5.1-46 states that aging of the fuel pool liners will be managed by the water chemistry program and monitoring of spent fuel pool water level in accordance with Technical Specifications and leakage from the leak chase channel. The staff observed that the table included, in part, the following discussion, "Monitoring spent fuel pool water level in accordance with Technical Specifications and monitoring leakage from the leak chase channels (Unit 3) will also continue during the period of extended operation." The staff noted that the monitoring program for IP2 differs from that specified for IP3 and from that credited in the GALL Report. The IP3 and GALL Report programs involve monitoring leakage from the leak chase channels.

By letter dated January 28, 2008, the staff issued RAI 3.5A.2-1, requesting the applicant to explain whether the spent fuel pool water level may be insensitive to leakage comparable to the rate of evaporation and could be masked by routine makeup water additions.

If spent fuel pool leakage could be masked by evaporation and routine water additions, the applicant was requested to describe how the proposed monitoring at IP2 would provide acceptable indication of a degrading liner or describe an alternative monitoring method (e.g., monitoring of nearby wells). In its response to RAI 3.5A.2-1, dated February 27, 2008, the applicant stated that unlike the IP3 spent fuel pool, the IP2 spent fuel pool does not have leak chase channels.

Therefore, no monitoring of leak chase channels can be performed for IP2. The monitoring of the spent fuel pool water level is credited along with the "Water Chemistry Control -Primary and Secondary Program" for managing the effects of aging on the IP2 spent fuel pool liner. The applicant added that routine makeup water additions to compensate for evaporative losses could mask leakage rates that are comparable to the rate of evaporation.

However, leakage rates that could challenge the intended function of the spent fuel pool to maintain adequate inventory would be indicated by abnormal rates of level decrease and associated abnormal makeup requirements.

In addition, the "Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary Program" is an existing program that manages aging effects caused by corrosion and cracking mechanisms, which are potential causes of leakage. The applicant further stated that the program relies on monitoring and control of reactor water chemistry based on the EPRI guidelines in TR-105714, Rev. 5, Pressurized Water Reactor Primary Water Chemistry Guidelines, and TR-102134, Rev. 6, 3-510 OAGI0001368 00808 Pressurized Water Reactor Secondary Chemistry Guidelines.

The applicant stated that the effectiveness of the "Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary Program" at managing degradation of stainless steel in a borated water environment has been demonstrated in industry and IP operating experience.

The applicant stated that the IP2 operating experience did include leaks that were not due to the effects of aging. The applicant stated that the cause of these leaks was poor workmanship during initial construction of the liner and the identified defects due to the initial poor workmanship have been repaired.

In a later conference call, held August 27, 2008, in relation to Audit Question 360, the applicant stated that during a rerack in the early 1990s, damage occurred to the liner which caused a pin-hole leak. This pin-hole damage to the liner was subsequently repaired.

In its response to RAI 3.5A.2-1, the applicant stated that monitoring wells in proximity to the IP2 spent fuel pool are used for continued monitoring to identify any potential recurrence of leaks. The applicant is relying on monitoring at IP2 of water chemistry and spent fuel pool water level to provide indication of a degrading liner. However, due to the lack of a leak-chase channel and collection system at IP2 to monitor, detect and quantify leakage through the SFP liner and preclude its long-term accumulation behind the liner in a reliable manner during the period of extended operation, the staff finds that the effectiveness of Water Chemistry AMP in controlling liner degradation is more difficult to confirm. The applicant stated it was using monitoring wells in proximity to the IP2 spent fuel pool to identify potential leaks (Commitment 25). However, the staff had concerns about the effectiveness of the applicant's AMP to detect and manage the effects of potential leakage through the IP2 spent fuel pool liner during the period of extended operation.

The staff's further evaluation and resolution of this issue is discussed in the resolution of Open Item 3.0.3.2.15-2 (Audit Item 360) in SER Section 3.0.3.2.15.

The staff evaluated the applicant's claim of consistency with the GALL Report. The staff also reviewed information pertaining to the applicant's consideration of recent operating experience and proposals for managing aging effects. On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the AMR results, which the applicant claimed to be consistent with the GALL Report, are indeed consistent.

Therefore, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging for these components will be adequately managed so that their intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.5.2.1.1 AMR Results Identified as Not Applicable LRA Table 3.5.1 Line Items 5, 8, 11, 13, 19, 20, 21, and 49 are identified as "Not Applicable" because they apply only to BWR containments.

The staff confirmed that the applicant identified the correct items as being not applicable for this reason. The following additional items, discussed in SER Sections 3.5.2.1.2 thru 3.5.2.1.5, were also identified as not applicable by the applicant.

The staff confirmed the applicant's conclusions.

LRA Table 3.5.1 Line Item 22 addresses prestressed containment tendons and anchorage components.

The applicant stated that this line item does not apply to IP because neither the IP2 nor IP3 has a prestressed concrete containment.

The IP containments are steel-lined, reinforced concrete.

The staff confirmed the design of the containments based upon information in the IP2 and IP3 UFSARs. Therefore, the staff finds that this line item is not applicable to IP. 3-511 OAGI0001368 00809 3.5.2.1.2 Tank Liners of Stainless Steel (LRA Table 3.5.1, Item 3.5.1-38)

There are no concrete or steel tanks with stainless steel liners within the scope of license renewal at IP. 3.5.2.1.3 Vibration Isolation Elements (LRA Table 3.5.1, Items 3.5.1-41 and 3.5.1-57)

There are no vibration isolation elements within the scope of license renewal at IP. 3.5.2.1.4 Earthen Water Control Structures (LRA Table 3.5.1, Item 3.5.1-48)

IP does not have earthen water control structures.

  • 3.5.2.1.5 Group 81.1 High Strength Low-Alloy Bolts (LRA table 3.5.1, Item 3.5.1-51)

IP does not have high tensile strength bolting as defined by yield strength >150 ksi or low alloy steel bolts (SA 193 Grade B7) used for NSSS component supports.

The staff evaluated the applicant's claim that certain GALL Report items do not apply to Indian Point. The staff reviewed information from the UFSAR to confirm that the identified component types do not exist at Indian Point. On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the AMR results, which the applicant claimed do not apply, are not applicable.

3.5.2.2 AMR Results Consistent with the GALL Report for Which Further Evaluation is Recommended In LRA Section 3.5.2.2, the applicant further evaluates aging management, as recommended by the GALL Report, for the structure and component support components and provides information concerning how it will manage aging effects in the following three areas: (1) PWR and BWR containments:

  • aging of inaccessible concrete areas
  • cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement; reduction of foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundations if not covered by the Structures Monitoring Program
  • reduction of strength and modulus of concrete structures due to elevated temperature
  • loss of material due to general, pitting, and crevice corrosion
  • loss of prestress due to relaxation, shrinkage, creep, and elevated temperature
  • cumulative fatigue damage
  • cracking due to sec
  • cracking due to cyclic loading 3-512 OAGI0001368 00810
  • loss of material (scaling, cracking, and spalling) due to freeze-thaw
  • cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregate and increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide (2) safety-related and other structures and component supports:
  • aging of structures not covered by the Structures Monitoring Program
  • reduction of strength and modulus of concrete structures due to elevated temperature
  • cracking due to SCG and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion
  • aging of supports not covered by the Structures Monitoring Program
  • cumulative fatigue damage due to cyclic loading (3) QA for aging management of nonsafety-related components For component groups evaluated in the GALL Report, for which the applicant claimed consistency with the report and for which the report recommends further evaluation, the staff audited and reviewed the applicant's evaluation to determine whether it adequately addressed the issues further evaluated.

The staff reviewed the applicant's further evaluations against the criteria contained in SRP-LR Section 3.5.2.2.The staff's review of the applicant's further evaluation follows. 3.5.2.2.1 Containment Structures The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1 against the criteria in SRP-LR Section 3.5.2.2.1.

Aging of Inaccessible Concrete Areas. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.1.

The inaccessible areas in IP2 and IP3 containment structures are primarily the below grade areas of the structures.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1, the applicant stated that concrete in accessible and inaccessible areas is in accordance with American Concrete Institute (ACI) specification ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete," for low permeability and resistance to aggressive chemical attack because of the following requirements:

  • high cement content
  • low water-to-cement ratio
  • proper curing
  • adequate air entrainment The applicant stated that IP concrete also meets the requirements of the later ACI 201.2R-77, "Guide to Durable Concrete," as both specifications use the same ASTM standards for concrete 3-513 OAGI0001368 00811 selection, application, and testing. The below-grade environment is not aggressive (pH> 5.5, chlorides<

500 ppm, and sulfates<

1,500 ppm). According to the applicant concrete air content was at least the required minimum of between 4 and 6 percent and water-to-cement ratios were in accordance with the ACI 318 version for IP construction, which allows a ratio of up to 0.576 (for non air-entrained concrete) for concrete with the compressive strength specified for IP. The applicant also stated that although specified water-to-cement ratios fall outside the established range of 0.35 to 0.45 of the GALL Report, IP concrete meets ACI specifications for acceptable concrete quality. The applicant concluded that an increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel are not applicable for concrete in inaccessible areas. The applicant credited the Containment lnservice Inspection and Structures Monitoring programs to confirm the absence of concrete aging effects. SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.1 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage aging effects in inaccessible areas of concrete if the environment is aggressive.

Possible aging effects are increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel in PWR and BWR concrete and steel containments.

The current aging management program for concrete containments isSection XI Subsection IWL examinations, in accordance with the requirements of 10 CFR 50.55a. However, Subsection IWL exempts from examination portions of the concrete containments that are inaccessible (e.g., foundation, exterior walls below grades, concrete covered by liner). For the inaccessible areas, 10 CFR 50.55a(b)(2)(ix) requires that the applicant evaluate the acceptability of inaccessible areas when conditions exist in accessible areas that could indicate the presence of, or result in, degradation to such inaccessible areas. In addition, the GALL Report recommends further evaluation to manage these aging effects for inaccessible areas if the below-grade environment is aggressive.

Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.

The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed.

The staff noted a discrepancy in the applicant's description of the containment concrete properties in LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 which references ACI 318 for the concrete mix design. The staff confirmed that the 1963 edition of ACI 318 is the code of record for IP2 and IP3, and the design compressive strength of concrete is 3000 psi. The discrepancy was that the applicant referenced an inconsistent combination of air entrainment and water-cement ratio corresponding to its design compressive strength.

Per Table 502(a) of ACI 318-63, for 3000 psi concrete, the water-cement ratio may be as high as 0.576 if there is no air entrainment.

With air entrainment of four to six percent, as identified in LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1, the maximum cement ratio should be 0.465. Since the applicant claimed that the relevant aging effects of inaccessible concrete areas are not applicable because the IPEC concrete meets specifications and quality standards of ACI 318-63 and ACI 201.2R-77, in a telephone conference call dated September 3, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to clarify if the correct value should be 0.465, and also to describe how its concrete mix meets ACI 318-63 specifications.

By letter dated November 6, 2008, the applicant stated that ACI 318-63 provides two methods for 3-514 OAGI0001368 00812 determination of concrete properties which will result in the required concrete strength.

The applicant stated that IP used method 2, which involves testing concrete trial mixes to establish a water-cement ratio that provides the required quality. The applicant further stated that the concrete mixture at IP was established based on tests of concrete mixtures and actual tests for containment concrete showed compressive strengths above the required 3000 psi. At the time of issuance of the SER with Open Items, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response.

Thus, this issue was identified as Open Item 3.5-1. The staff also noted that the applicant states in the LRA that the concrete meets the requirements of later ACI. guide ACI 201.2R-77 since both documents use the same ASTM standards for selection, application and testing of concrete.

During the phone call of September 3, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to clarify the use of the later ACI 201.2R-77 since the editions of the ASTM standards may have changed between 1963 and 1977. In its letter dated November 6, 2008, the applicant stated that IP structures designed in accordance with ACI 318-63 align with many of the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.

As mentioned above, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response when the SER with Open Items was issued. Therefore, this issue was identified as part of Open Item 3.5-1. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated November 6, 2008, and determined that the staff required additional clarifications related to satisfaction of the GALL Report criteria for establishing concrete durability, and the applicant's claim that there are no applicable concrete aging effects requiring management.

In an effort to resolve this open item, the staff issued follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1, dated April 3, 2009, which requested the following information:

a. In the clarification to LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (Part 1) on page 6 of Attachment 1 to letter NL-08-169, the applicant stated that it used Method 2 of Section 502 of ACI 318-63 by testing trial mixes to determine the water-cement ratios for the concrete mix design of the IP containments and other structures.

In order for the staff to evaluate the quality and durability of concrete in IP structures that may be subject to degradation during the period of extended operation, the staff requests the applicant to define the water-cement ratio that was used at the time of construction.

Additionally, to assist the staff in understanding the parameters related to concrete strength and durability during the period of extended operation, the applicant is requested to describe the methodology used to establish the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2. The applicant is requested to provide a summary of the results of statistical analyses performed, if any, of the original concrete strength tests, including number of samples, raw strength values from the test, the mean, the standard deviation, and the original criterion (e.g., mean minus 1 standard deviation, coefficient of variation) used to confirm that the required compressive strength was achieved.

The applicant is requested to provide this information for the IP containments and other related IP Unit 2 and 3 concrete structures, including the refueling cavities and the spent fuel pools, to support the applicant's view that IP 3-515 OAGI0001368 00813 concrete meets the requirements of Method 2 in Section 502 of ACI 318-63 and the intent of ACI 201.2R-77.

b. If the applicant is unable to provide the information requested in part (a} above, the applicant is requested to explain how the aging effects on concrete will be adequately managed and safety margins will be determined during the period of extended operation.

By letter dated May 1, 2009, Entergy responded to follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1 stating that: Pour data samples taken during construction show water-to-cement ratio used at IPEC ranged from a low of 0.488 (equipment hatch area) to a high-of 0.611 (containment el. 68') with an average ratio at the time of construction of 0.534. The method used to confirm the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other safety-related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2 is testing of actual field samples taken during construction.

ACI documents state that strength and durability are primarily governed by water-to-cement (w/c) ratio, and strength goes hand with durability.

The strength and durability are both based on the permeability of the concrete which is based on the distance between the cement particles, i.e., the closer the cement particles the stronger the concrete.

Permeability is therefore a function of the w/c ratio, particle size distribution (PSD), type of cement, type of aggregate, compaction and quality control. Relying on just one indicator for durability is not justified, which is why the ACI code uses it only as a first estimate based on the tables for determining strength and durability.

The ACI documents recommend that the strength based on w/c ratio should be verified by trial batches to ensure the specified properties of the concrete are met. To confirm that the required compressive strength was achieved, ACI 214.3R-88, "Simplified Version of the Recommended Practice for Evaluation of Strength Test Results of Concrete" was used to develop a summary of the results of the original concrete strength tests. These results are based on raw strength values from the test samples to obtain the mean and the standard deviation.

IPEC containment and other safety-related structures were designed for a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi. A total pour of approximately 20,000 cubic yards was expected.

Therefore, in order to ensure this design parameter was achieved, an average design margin of 15% above this minimum was also specified.

Approximately 200 concrete test reports for concrete used in IP containment, refueling cavity and spent fuel pool area were reviewed.

Air entrainment values ranged between 3.5 and 6.5%. Only a few of the test reports indicated air entrainment higher than 6.0%. Those values are acceptable based on the ACI 211.1-77 section 5.3.3 which shows that higher entrainment values up to 7% are acceptable for extreme exposure conditions; higher air entrainment is generally better for durability.

A primary concern for high air entrainment is an accompanying reduction in concrete strength.

As discussed in the following 3-516 OAGI0001368 00814 paragraph, the concrete used for IP containment, refueling cavity and spent fuel pool still exceeded the concrete design strength requirements in accordance with ACI 318-63 producing durable, low permeability concrete.

Each concrete test report involved an average of 3 sample concrete cylinders for strength testing. No test cylinder strength under 3000 psi 28-day strength was observed.

The compressive strength from these samples ranged from a low of 3436 psi (containment exterior wall el. 68'-73') to 5393 psi (containment ring area) with an extreme of 6410 psi (containment equipment hatch area). The standard deviation obtained from the samples reviewed was determined to be approximately 670 psi with an average or mean concrete compressive strength of approximately 4050 psi. Based on this actual concrete test data, the required concrete compressive strength of 3000 psi for the containment and other related concrete structures, in accordance with ACI 318-63, Method 2 was achieved with no sample below one standard deviation from the mean. Although this identifies that IPEC concrete is of good quality, the credited programs in Appendix B of the application will confirm the absence of significant concrete aging effects. The applicant further stated that no response is required to part (b) of RAI 4, because the information requested in part (a) was provided.

The staff reviewed the applicant's response to follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1 dated May 1, 2009, and found that the average, minimum, and maximum strength of concrete used in the IP containments, refueling cavities and spent fuel pools at 28 days was 4050, 3436, and 5393 psi respectively.

This is based on a sample of 200 tests performed on concrete samples collected during construction of IP. The design of the IP containments and other safety-related structures is based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days. Based on the test results, the staff concludes that there is a sufficient documented basis to provide reasonable assurance that IP concrete meets the ACI standards for strength.

Inasmuch as the applicant has demonstrated that the compressive strength of the concrete exceeds the required strength of 3000 psi, the staff's previous concern with respect to the water-cement ratio is resolved.

The staff concludes that the periodic inspections conducted under the Containment lSI -IWL Program and the Structures Monitoring Program will manage the aging of the IP concrete as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Therefore, Open Item 3.5-1 is closed. The staff noted that the applicant's "Further Evaluation" discussion in LRA 3.5.2.2.1.1 does not identify any commitments to monitor inaccessible areas. In response to a series of questions asked by the staff during the onsite audit and review, the applicant confirmed that its IWL , inspection program is in accordance with the regulatory requirements in 10 CFR 50.55a, and includes provision to evaluate the acceptability of inaccessible areas when conditions exist in accessible areas that could indicate the presence of, or result in, degradation to such inaccessible areas. The applicant also made the following two new license renewal commitments related to inaccessible concrete areas. (1) The applicant has committed to a groundwater monitoring program that is sufficient in scope to assess the aggressiveness of the site groundwater to concrete on a periodic basis, as an enhancement of its Structures Monitoring AMP. (Commitment 25 in Regulatory Commitment 3-517 OAGI0001368 00815 List, Revision 5; Attachment 4 to Entergy letter dated August 14, 2008) -(2) The applicant has committed to inspect inaccessible concrete areas that are exposed by excavation for any reason, as an enhancement ofits Structures Monitoring AMP. (Commitment 25 in Regulatory Commitment List, Revision 5; Attachment 4 to Entergy letter dated August 14, 2008) Based on the programs and commitments identified above, the staff finds that the LRA section is consistent with the GALL Report and the recommendations in the SRP-LR and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). Cracks and Distortion Due to Increased Stress Levels from Settlement; Reduction of Foundation Strength.

Cracking, and Differential Settlement Due to Erosion of Porous Concrete Subfoundations.

if Not Covered by the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.2 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.2.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.2, the applicant stated that these aging effects are not applicable because (a) IP does not rely on a dewatering system for control of settlement, (b) structures are founded on bedrock, (c) IN 97-11 does not include IP in plants susceptible to porous concrete containment subfoundation erosion, and (d) the IP containment foundation does not use porous concrete.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.2 states that the GALL Report recommends aging management of (1) cracks and distortion due to increases in component stress level from settlement for PWR and BWR concrete and steel containments and (2) reduction of foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundations for all types of PWR and BWR containments if not within the scope of structures monitoring program. Also, if a de-watering system is relied upon for control of settlement and erosion, then proper functioning of the de-watering system should be monitored for the period of extended operation.

The applicant stated that the aging effects due to settlement are not expected at IP for the containment building foundation.

The containment building is founded on bedrock which would prevent significant settlement.

In addition, there is no porous concrete subfoundation below the containment building of concern. Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff determined that the cracking and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement; reduction of foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundations are not applicable to IP. On the basis that IP has no relevant aging effects, the staff concludes that these aging effects are not applicable.

Reduction of Strength and Modulus of Concrete Structures Due to Elevated Temperature.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.3 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.3.

3-518 OAGI0001368 00816 In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.3, the applicant stated that ACI 349 specifies long-term temperature limits of 150 oF for general areas and 200 oF for local areas. The effects of aging due to elevated temperature exposure are not significant below these temperatures.

The applicant also stated that the IP2 containment areas during normal operation are below 130 oF bulk average temperature.

Penetrations through the containment cylinder wall for pipes carrying hot fluid are cooled by air-to-air heat exchangers and the pipes are insulated to maintain the temperature in the adjoining concrete below 250 °F. The GALL Report provides for local area concrete temperatures higher than 200 oF if tests or calculations evaluate the reduction in strength.

The applicant also states that an evaluation of IP2 hot piping penetration concrete has found temperatures up to 250 oF acceptable.

The applicant further stated that the IP3 containment areas normally operate below a bulk average temperature of 130 °F. Penetrations through the containment cylinder wall for pipes carrying hot fluid are cooled by air-to-air heat exchangers and the pipes are insulated to maintain the temperature in the adjoining concrete below200 °F. The applicant concluded that there are no aging effects due to elevated temperature requiring management for the IP containment structures.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.3 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage reduction of strength and modulus of concrete structures due to elevated temperature for PWR and BWR concrete and steel containments.

The GALL Report notes that the implementation of ASME Section XI, Subsection IWL examinations and 1 0 CFR 50.55a would not be able to detect the reduction of concrete strength and modulus due to elevated temperature and also notes that no mandated aging management exists for managing this aging effect. The GALL Report recommends that a plant-specific evaluation be performed if any portion of the concrete containment components exceeds specified temperature limits, i.e., general temperature greater than 66 oc (150 oF) and local area temperature greater than 93 oc (200 °F). Since the concrete temperature limits in the GALL report are not exceeded for IP3, the staff finds that the reduction of strength and modulus due to elevated temperature are not aging effects requiring management for IP3.

  • The staff's review of operating experience did not identify any occurrences of concrete degradation at the IP2 hot penetrations.

However, because concrete degradation at elevated temperatures is a slow process, there is a need to confirm that an additional 20 years of operation will not lead to significant degradation.

As stated above, the GALL Report recommends that a plant-specific evaluation be performed if any portion of the concrete containment components exceeds specified temperature limits. During a teleconference call held on September 3, 2008, the staff asked the applicant what the effects on the concrete properties (strength, modulus of elasticity) will be during the period of extended operation for areas where the local temperature exceeds 93 oc (200 oF). By letter dated November 6, 2008, the applicant stated that an engineering evaluation of the effect of 250 oF temperatures on the hot piping penetration concrete was performed.

The evaluation determined that a reduction in strength of 15% could be expected from the elevated temperatures.

The applicant further -stated that this reduction in strength was acceptable since the original concrete compressive strength tests showed an actual strength more than 15 percent higher than the design strength 3-519 OAGI0001368 00817 of 3000 psi. The applicant did not state how it addressed the reduction in modulus of elasticity and its effect in the evaluation.

At the time of issuance of the SER with Open Items, the staff was in the process of reviewing the applicant's response; therefore, this issue was identified as Open Item 3.5-2. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated November 6, 2008, and concluded that the staff required additional clarifications before it could determine that the effects of elevated temperature on the IP2 containment structure had been adequately evaluated.

In an effort to resolve this open item, the staff issued follow-up RAI 5: Open Item 3.5-2, dated April 3, 2009, which requested the following information:

a. Clearly explain the role of the air-to-air heat exchangers in cooling the concrete around the hot piping penetrations.

Include the normal operating temperature of the concrete as well as the maximum concrete temperature assuming failure of the heat exchangers.

b. In the clarification to LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (Part 3) on page 7 of Attachment 1 to letter NL-08-169, the applicant stated that a 15% reduction of concrete strength could be expected when reaching temperatures of 250 °F and that concrete compressive strength tests showed an actual strength more than 15% higher than design strength.

Please provide the methodology used to arrive at the conclusion that the actual concrete strength is more than 15% greater than 3000 psi, (i.e., greater than 3450 psi). Provide a summary of the results, including number of samples, raw strength values from the test, the mean, the standard deviation, and the original criterion (e.g., mean minus 1 standard deviation) used to confirm that the claimed strength was achieved.

Explain how consideration was given to the reduction in modulus of elasticity in the high temperature concrete evaluation.

c. If the applicant is unable to provide the information requested above, the applicant is requested to explain how the aging effects on concrete, due to high temperatures, will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.

By letter dated May 1, 2009, Entergy responded to follow-up RAI 5: Open Item 3.5-2, in which it stated: a. The air-to-air heat exchangers are discussed in IPEC 2 & 3 UFSAR Section 5.1.4.2.2 and Section 5.1.4 respectively.

The function of the hot penetration cooling (HPC) system is to provide a cooling medium that will limit the temperature of the containment concrete surrounding a thermally hot penetrating line. Operating procedures require the system to be placed in service whenever RCS temperature is > 150 °F. The HPC system comprises two separate and non-interconnected subsystems.

Each subsystem is composed of 2 positive displacement blowers, valves, air-to-air heat exchangers and connecting piping. Each 3-520 OAGI0001368 00818 of the subsystems blowers supplies air from outside the building to the air-to-air heat exchanger which cools the space between the process line insulation and the penetration sleeve. The air-to-air heat exchanger is made by welding together one flat sheet on one embossed sheet of 10-gauge carbon steel. The embossment forms the coolant channels, through which the HPC system air passes. The unit is rolled into the form of a cylinder with an outside diameter of the penetration sleeve and inside diameter that allows placement over the outside of the pipe insulation

[The applicant referred to Figures 8 and 9 in the response].

A typical hot penetration detail is shown in IP2 and IP3 UFSAR Fig 5.1-30 and 5.1-12 respectively.

There is one subsystem with two blowers for the main steam and feedwater penetrations, and one subsystem with two blowers for the hot penetrations in the radiological controlled area. Only one blower is needed in each subsystem.

In the event that the operating blower stops, an alarm is initiated signaling to put the other one in service and initiate corrective actions. Specific system pressure values have been established, which may indicate a possible obstruction, such as a clogged filter or debris in the system. The operators make daily rounds and would initiate corrective actions if unacceptable pressure values are observed.

Corrective actions may include replacement of filters, belts or silencers and blowing out of the heat exchangers, if necessary.

System reliability was assessed by a review of IPEC operating experience over the past nine years of operation of the HPC system. The review identified no instances of loss of cooling which resulted in excess temperatures on concrete.

This review identified that four IP2 and nine IP3 condition reports had been initiated.

There were none that identified the cause as hot temperature on concrete.

Ten were initiated due to vibrations and belt noise and three were due to increased motor temperature.

Temperatures taken in 1994 around the IP2 main steam penetrations over a period of eleven months during normal operations indicate that concrete was exposed to a range of temperatures from a low of 109 °F to a high of about 200 oF with the highest temperature occurring during the summer months. Based upon design and actual operating experience, recommendations of the NUREG-1801 (GALL) for concrete temperature are satisfied.

Analyses have been performed to characterize the concrete temperature response in the very unlikely event of system failure. To evaluate this scenario, I PEG performed a transient heat transfer analysis of containment hot piping penetrations.

The results of the analysis indicated that in the improbable case that all cooling air would be lost to these penetrations, the surrounding concrete temperature at the hottest 3-521 OAGI0001368 00819 penetration (main steam piping) would increase by about 80 °F in approximately 100 hours0.00116 days <br />0.0278 hours <br />1.653439e-4 weeks <br />3.805e-5 months <br />. It is highly improbable that cooling air would be lost for as much as 1 00 hours0 days <br />0 hours <br />0 weeks <br />0 months <br /> since the failure of any of the air blower drive motors is alarmed in the control room and operator daily walk downs would identify system deficiencies.

Even if the adjoining concrete did reach temperatures of 250-300 °F, the strength of the structure would not be impaired for the following reasons: 1) No credit was taken for the tensile strength of the concrete around the penetrations.

2) These temperatures have substantially no effect on the strength of the penetration sleeve or the reinforcing bar in the area of the penetration.
b. The method used to arrive at the conclusion that the actual concrete strength is at least 15% greater than 3000 psi, (i.e., greater than 3450 psi) is review of actual concrete test results. The results of concrete samples taken and tested during construction in accordance with the requirements of ACI provide assurance that the minimum design strength of 3000 psi was achieved; Actual test results show that the containment shell and internal concrete had an average compressive strength of 4050 psi as indicated in response to Follow-up RAI 4: Open Item 3.5-1. No reduction in modulus of elasticity is expected for short term exposure of concrete to temperatures at or below 250 °F. Consideration of high temperatures effects on the modulus of elasticity was evaluated during the high temperature concrete evaluation.

A review of information gathered from industry literature on effects of temperature concluded that concrete does not experience a significant reduction in elastic modulus due to exposure to temperatures less than 300 °F. Based on this data, no reduction in strength or modulus of elasticity was determined in the evaluation.

The applicant further stated that no response is required to part (c) of RAI 5, because the information requested in parts (a) and (b) was provided.

The staff determined that it does not agree with the applicant's assertion that reduction in modulus of elasticity of concrete would not occur at temperatures below 300 oF (A Review of Concrete Properties for Prestressed Concrete Pressure Vessels, R.K. Nanstad, ORNL/TM-5497, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, October 1976). However, the staff' has concluded that Open Item 3.5-2 issue resolved for the following reasons. The staff reviewed the applicant's response dated May 1, 2009, and noted that the concrete around IP2 containment hot penetrations has been exposed to a maximum temperature of about 200 oF during the 30 plus years of operation.

GALL Report Item II.A 1-1 does not require further evaluation if the temperature in local areas does not exceed 200 oF during normal operation or any other term period. In addition, past ASME IWL visual examinations of the areas around hot penetrations have not indicated any concrete degradation.

Based on the design and operation of the hot penetration cooling system, there is reasonable assurance that IP2 containment concrete around hot penetrations will be maintained below the GALL Report 200 oF limit. Therefore, the staff concludes that the applicant will adequately manage the effects of aging for 3-522 OAGI0001368 00820 IP containment concrete elements in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

On this basis, Open Item 3.5-2 is closed. Loss of Material Due to General, Pitting and Crevice Corrosion.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.4 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.4.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.4, the applicant stated that IP containment building concrete is in accordance with specification ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete," and meets requirements of the later ACI 201.2R-77 because both specifications use the same ASTM standards for concrete selection, application, and testing. Spills (e.g., borated water spill) are cleaned up in a timely manner. The Structures Monitoring Program monitors interior concrete for cracks. The Containment lnservice Inspection Program (CII-IWE) inspects the steel liner plate and moisture barrier where the steel liner becomes embedded in the concrete floor. The applicant also stated that to prevent corrosion of the lower portion of the liner plate, the interior and exterior surfaces are protected from contact with the atmosphere by complete concrete encasement.

Assuming a crack in the concrete, ground water cannot reach the liner plate because the concrete at this location is more than five feet thick and poured in multiple horizontal planes. Therefore, corrosion of the liner plate is not expected.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.4 states that the GALL Report identifies programs to manage loss of material due to general, pitting and crevice corrosion in accessible and inaccessible areas of the steel elements in drywell and torus or the steel liner and integral attachments for all types of PWR and BWR containments.

The aging management program consists of ASME Section XI, Subsection I WE, and 10 CFR Part 50 Appendix J leak rate tests. Subsection IWE exempts from examination those portions of the containments that are inaccessible, such as embedded or inaccessible portions of steel liners and steel elements in drywell and torus, and integral attachments.

To cover the inaccessible areas, 10 CFR 50.55a(b)(2)(ix) requires that the applicant shall evaluate the acceptability of inaccessible areas when conditions exist in accessible areas that could indicate the presence of, or result in, degradation to such inaccessible areas. In addition, the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of plant-specific programs to manage the aging effects for inaccessible areas if specific recommendations defined in the GALL Report cannot be satisfied.

The staff asked the applicant to perform a ten element comparison of its Containment lnservice Inspection AMP to GALL Report AMPs XI.S1 and XI.S2 (Audit Item 26). In a letter dated December 18, 2007, the applicant provided a comparison which confirmed that its IWE inspection program is in accordance with the regulatory requirements of 10 CFR 50.55a, and includes provisions to evaluate the acceptability of inaccessible areas when conditions exist in accessible areas that could indicate the presence of, or result in, degradation to such inaccessible areas. Review of plant operating experience identified documentation of an occurrence of mild corrosion of the IP2 liner plate at the juncture with the concrete floor slab. This area is normally inaccessible, because it is covered by thermal insulation.

The applicant removed thermal insulation to conduct an investigation of the degradation; no significant degradation was uncovered.

The staff's evaluation of the Containment lnservice Inspection Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3.2.

3-523 OAGI0001368 00821 The staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that, the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Loss of Prestress Due to Relaxation.

Shrinkage, Creep, and Elevated Temperature.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.5 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.4.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.5, the applicant stated that loss of prestress forces due to relaxation, shrinkage, creep, and elevated temperature is not applicable because there are no prestressed tendons for the containment building structures.

The I P containment structures are constructed of reinforced concrete.

Because IP does not have prestressed containments, the staff finds that this aging effect does not apply. Cumulative Fatigue Damage. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.6 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.6.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.6, the applicant stated that TLAAs are evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c) as documented in (LRA) Section 4. Fatigue TLAAs for containment steel liner and associated penetrations are evaluated as documented in (LRA) Section 4.6. The only associated TLAA involves the liner plate at the penetration for feedwater line #22 on IP2. A fatigue analysis does not exist for the other penetration components.

The applicant also stated that the GALL Report BWR components, i.e., suppression pool shell and unbraced downcomers, are not applicable to the IP containments.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.6 states fatigue analyses included in CLB for the containment liner plate and penetrations are TLAAs as defined in 10 CFR 54.3. TLAAs are required to be evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c). The staff's review of the applicant's containment liner plate TLAA is documented in SER Section 4.6. Cracking Due to Stress Corrosion Cracking.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.

7 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.

7. In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.

7, the applicant stated that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of inspection methods to detect cracking due to sec since visual VT-3 examinations may be unable to detect this aging effect. Potentially susceptible components at IP are penetration sleeves and bellows. The applicant also stated that stress corrosion cracking (SCC) is an aging mechanism that requires the simultaneous action of an aggressive chemical environment, sustained tensile stress, and a susceptible material.

Elimination of any one of these elements will eliminate susceptibility to SCC. Stainless steel elements of containment, including dissimilar welds, are not susceptible to SCC because these elements are not subject to an aggressive chemical environment. The applicant further stated that a review of plant operating experience did not identify cracking of these components.

3-524 OAGI0001368 00822

. SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.

7 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracking due to sec for stainless steel penetration sleeves, dissimilar metal welds and penetration bellows in all types of PWR and BWR containments and BWR vent headers, vent line bellows, and downcomers.

Transgranular stress corrosion cracking (TGSCC) is a concern for dissimilar metal welds. In the case of bellows assemblies, sec may cause aging effects particularly if the material is not shielded from a corrosive environment.

Containment ISIIWE and leak rate testing may not be sufficient to detect cracks, especially for dissimilar metal-welds.

Additional appropriate examinations to detect SCC in bellows assemblies and dissimilar metal welds are recommended to address this issue. The staff concurs with the applicant's assessment that all three (3) elements-stress level, susceptible material, and corrosive environment-are needed for initiation of sec. The staff's review of IP2 and IP3 operating experience did not identify any occurrences of cracking due to SCC for these components.

On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's further evaluation to be acceptable.

No augmented inspection is necessary.

In addition, the staff finds that because IP2 and IP3 are PWRs, they do not have BWR vent headers, vent line bellows, and downcomers.

The staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Cracking Due to Cyclic Loading. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.8 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.8.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.8, the applicant stated that this subsection lists containment components that require aging management for cracking due to cyclic loading because their original design bases did not include fatigue analyses.

Specifically, containment mechanical penetrations, penetration sleeves, and dissimilar metal welds require aging management for cracking due to cyclic loading. The applicant stated that these components are designed to stress levels without requiring fatigue analyses; fine cracks are unlikely to occur. The applicant further stated that the existing requirements .for leak rate testing per the Containment Leak Rate Program, and surface inspection per the Containment In-Service Inspection (CII-IWE)

Program are adequate to detect cracking due to cyclic loading. SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.8 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracking due to cyclic loading of steel and stainless steel penetration bellows and dissimilar metal welds in all types of PWR and BWR containments and BWR suppression pool shell and downcomers.

Containment ISIIWE and leak rate testing may not be sufficient to detect fine cracks, especially for penetration bellows. VT -3 visual examination may not detect fine cracks. In response to a staff question posed during the onsite audit and review, the applicant indicated that there has been no history of cracking in penetration bellows and dissimilar metal welds at IP. Since the number of thermal cycles is relatively low for containment penetrations and design basis calculations implicitly consider cyclic stress in the selection of the allowable stress limit, the staff finds that the applicant's assessment that IWE inspections and containment leak rate 3-525 OAGI0001368 00823 testing will be adequate to detect cracking due to cyclic loading during the extended period of operation.

The staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Loss of Material (Scaling, Cracking, and Spalling)

Due to Freeze-Thaw.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.9 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.9.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.9, the applicant stated that IP inaccessible and accessible concrete areas are designed in accordance with ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete," which results in low permeability and resistance to aggressive chemical solutions by requiring the following.

  • high cement content
  • low water-to-cement ratio proper curing
  • adequate air entrainment The applicant stated that IP concrete also meets requirements of later ACI guide ACI 201.2R-77, "Guide to Durable Concrete," since both documents use the same American Society for Testing and Material (ASTM) standards for selection, application and testing of concrete.

Therefore, according to the applicant, loss of material (scaling, cracking and spalling) due to freeze-thaw is not applicable for concrete in inaccessible areas. The absence of concrete aging effects is confirmed under the Containment lnservice Inspection (CII-IWL) and Structures Monitoring Program. SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.9 states: The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage loss of

  • material (scaling, cracking, and spalling) due to freeze-thaw for concrete elements of PWR and BWR containments.

Containment lSI Subsection IWL may not be sufficient for plants located in moderate to severe weathering conditions.

Evaluation is needed for plants that are located in moderate to severe weathering conditions (weathering index > 100 day-inch/yr) ( NUREG-1557, Ref. 7). Documented evidence confirms that where the existing concrete had air content of 3 percent to 6 percent, subsequent inspections did not exhibit degradation related to freeze-thaw.

Such inspections should be considered a part of the evaluation.

The weathering index for the continental US is shown in ASTM C33-90, Fig. 1. The reviewer reviews and confirms that the applicant has satisfied the recommendations for inaccessible concrete as identified in the GALL Report. Otherwise, the reviewer reviews the applicant's proposed aging management program to verify that, where appropriate, an effective inspection program has been developed and implemented to ensure that these aging effects in inaccessible areas for plants located in moderate to severe weathering conditions are adequately managed. 3-526 OAGI0001368 00824 The staff notes that Indian Point is located in a severe weathering region according to ASTM C33-90, Fig. 1. The applicant stated that concrete air content was at least the required minimum of between 4 and 6 percent and water-to-cement ratios were in accordance with the ACI 318-63 for IP construction, which allows a maximum water-cement ratio of up to 0.576 for concrete with the compressive strength specified for IP concrete structures.

As discussed above, the applicant later revised its discussion of the water-cement ratio and air entrainment, and provided a supplemental discussion based on tests showing that the concrete exceeds the plant's 3000 psi minimum design strength.

Inspections have indicated spalling on the containment cylindrical wall, which the applicant attributed to a Cadweld concrete coverage issue and not to the freeze-thaw aging mechanism.

Further discussion with regard to the spalling and concrete mix properties was the subject of Open Item 3.0.3.3.2-1 and Open Item 3.5-1, respectively.

Information regarding the closure of these open items is provided in SER Sections 3.0.3.3.2 and 3.5.2.2. As discussed in the resolution of Open Item 3.0.3.3.2-1, the identified cylindrical wall concrete spalls are at locations where the reinforcing bars were spliced using Cadweld sleeves and there was insufficient concrete coverage.

IWL inspections in 2005 and 2009 using enhanced visual aids have shown little, if any, additional degradation since the original detection in 2000. In the resolution of Open Item 3.5-1, the applicant provided information on the strength of in-place concrete which demonstrated that the concrete was above the 3000 psi design minimum strength required for the plant at the time of construction.

During its review, the staff noted that none of the containment spalling was attributed by the applicant to freeze-thaw, and the staff's review did not identify any spalling that was attributed to freeze-thaw.

The lack of identified freeze-thaw degradation in accessible regions provides assurance that freeze-thaw degradation has not occurred in inaccessible areas. Additionally, since freeze-thaw degradation has not occurred in the first 30 years of plant operation, it is unlikely to occur in the future. However, if conditions exist in accessible areas that could indicate the presence of or result in degradation in inaccessible areas, i.e., if freeze-thaw degradation is or was identified in accessible areas, the applicant would be required to evaluate the inaccessible areas in accordance with 10 CFR 50.55a(b )(2)(viii)(E).

Further, the staff notes that the GALL Report, Volume II, specifically identifies ASME Section XI, Subsection IWL, as an acceptable AMP for managing this aging effect for accessible concrete containment structures.

Therefore, since the applicant is committed to IWL inspections for the extended period of operation, and containment concrete degradation has not been attributed to thaw, the staff concludes that the applicant's approach with respect to accessible areas is consistent with the GALL Report. With regard to inaccessible areas, the applicant has identified its Structures Monitoring Program to manage the aging effects on concrete.

In addition, the applicant has made the following license renewal commitment, as enhancements to the Structures Monitoring Program (

Reference:

Commitment 25 in the List of Regulatory Commitments, Revision 5, in Attachment 4 to Entergy's letter dated August 14, 2008): (1) Inspect inaccessible concrete areas in environments where observed conditions in accessible areas exposed to the same environment indicate that significant concrete degradation is occurring (2) Inspect inaccessible concrete areas that are exposed by excavation for any reason. 3-527 OAGI0001368 00825 Based on the programs and commitments identified above, the staff finds that the applicant has identified adequate programs to manage the effects of aging for both accessible and inaccessible concrete; further, the staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregate.

and Increase in Porosity and Permeability Due to Leaching of Calcium Hydroxide.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 0 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.1

0. In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.1.1 0, the applicant stated that in accordance with the GALL Report, aging management is not required because IP containment concrete (walls, dome, basemat and ring girder) is designed in accordance with specification ACI 318, Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete, and concrete specification requires that the potential reactivity of aggregates be tested in accordance with ASTM C 289 and ASTM C 227. Also ASTM C 295 shall be used to identify elements in the aggregate which may be unfavorably reactive with alkalis in cement. The applicant states that concrete structures are not exposed to flowing water and the concrete used was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for durability.

Therefore, according to the applicant, reaction with aggregates and increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide is not an applicable aging mechanism for IP concrete structures.

The applicant further stated that the absence of concrete aging effects is confirmed under the Containment lnservice Inspection (CII-IWL) and Structures Monitoring Programs.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.1.1 0 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregate, and increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in concrete elements of PWR and BWR concrete and steel containments.

The GALL Report recommends containment lSI Subsection IWL to manage these aging effects. An aging management program is not necessary, even if reinforced concrete is exposed to flowing water, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.

The staff notes that the GALL Report, Volume II, specifically identifies ASME Section XI, Subsection IWL, as an acceptable AMP for managing these aging effects for concrete containment structures.

Although the applicant considers this aging mechanism is not an applicable mechanism for IP concrete structures, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/component combination.

Since the applicant is committed to managing the aging effects through IWL inspections for the extended period of operation, the applicant's approach is consistent with the GALL Report. The staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3-528 OAGI0001368 00826 3.5.2.2.2 Safety-Related and Other Structures and Component Supports The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2 against the criteria in SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.

Aging of Structures Not Covered by Structures Monitoring Program. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.1 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.1.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.1, the applicant stated that IP concrete structures subject to aging management review, except for containment concrete covered by Containment lnservice Inspection Program (CII-IWL), are included in the Structures Monitoring Program and supplemented by other aging management programs as appropriate.

The applicant states this is true for concrete items even if the aging management review did not identify aging effects requiring management.

Aging effects discussed below for structural steel items are also addressed by the Structures Monitoring Program. The applicant's additional discussion of specific aging effects follows: (1) Cracking, Loss of Bond, and Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Corrosion of Embedded Steel for Groups 1-5, 7, 9 Structures The aging mechanisms associated with cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel are applicable only to grade concrete/grout structures.

The below-grade environment for IP is not aggressive and concrete is designed in accordance with specification ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete," which results in low permeability and resistance to aggressive chemical solutions by providing a high cement, low water/cement ratio, proper curing and adequate air content (between 4% and 6% ). Water-cement ratios were in accordance with requirements of the version of ACI 318 used in IP construction, which allows a ratio of up to 0.576 for concrete with the compressive strength specified for IP concrete.

Although specified water-cement ratios fall outside the established range of 0.35 to 0.45 provided in the guidance of the GALL Report, IP concrete meets the specifications of ACI to ensure acceptable quality concrete is obtained.

Therefore, cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 9 structures.

(2) Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Aggressive Chemical Attack for Groups 1-5, 7, 9 Structures Aggressive chemical attack becomes significant to concrete exposed to an aggressive environment.

Resistance to mild acid attack is enhanced by using a dense concrete with low permeability and a low water-to..,cement ratio. These groups of structures at IP use a dense low-permeable concrete with a water-to-cement ratio that met the ACI 318 requirements, which provides an acceptable degree of protection against aggressive chemical attack. Water chemical analysis results confirm that the site groundwater is non-aggressive.

IP concrete is constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for durability.

3-529 OAGI0001368 00827 IP below-grade environment is not aggressive.

Therefore, increase in porosity and permeability cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 9 concrete structures.

(3) Loss of Material Due to Corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, 8 Structures IP Structures Monitoring Program and Containment lnservice Inspection (CII-IWE) for containment steel liner will be used to manage this aging effect for IP Groups 1-5, 7, 8 structures.

(4) Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-Thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 Structures Aggregates were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards.

IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.

Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI318 and air entrainment percentages are within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. Therefore, loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze thaw are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 structures.

(5) Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates for Groups 1-5, 7-9 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction, which are in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for concrete durability.

IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.

Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. Therefore, cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5, 7-9 structures is not an aging effect requiring management.

(6) Cracks and Distortion Due to Increased Stress Levels from Settlement for Groups 1-3, 5-9 Structures For Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures at IP, settlement is not credible since structures are founded on bedrock. Therefore, cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement for Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.

(7) Reduction in Foundation Strength, Cracking, Differential Settlement Due to Erosion of Porous Concrete Subfoundation for Groups 1-3, 5-9 Structures IP concrete was provided in accordance with ACI 318 requirements resulting in dense, well-cured, high-strength concrete with low permeability, and a porous subfoundation is not provided.

Structures are supported on bedrock, and erosion of the subfoundation is 3-530 OAGI0001368 00828 not credible since the subfoundation bears directly against the bedrock and the possibility of loss of soil resulting in voids below the subgrade is not credible.

Operating history has not identified settlement and therefore reduction in foundation strength, cracking, differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 1-3, 5-9 structures.

(8) Lock Up Due to Wear for Lubrite Radial Beam Seats in BWR Drywell and Other Sliding Support Surfaces IP is a reinforced concrete containment and does not contain radial beam seats; therefore, lockup due to wear for this component is not applicable.

IP does use Lubrite plate in support applications inside containment; however, owing to the wear-resistant material used, the low frequency of movement, and the slow movement between sliding surfaces, lock-up due to wear is not an aging effect requiring management at IP. Nevertheless, Lubrite plates are included within the lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF)

Program to confirm the absence of aging effects requiring management for these components.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.1 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of certain structure-aging effect combinations not covered by structures monitoring programs, including (1) cracking, loss of bond, and loss-of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 structures, (2) increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 structures, (3) loss of material due to corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 structures, (4) loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures, (5) cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures, (6) cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 structures, and (7) reduction in foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 structures.

The GALL Report recommends further evaluation only for structure-aging effect combinations not within structures monitoring programs.

In addition, the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of structure/aging effect combination of lock-up due to wear of Group 4 Lubrite components, if they are not covered by either the ASME Section XI, Subsection IWF or the structures monitoring program. The applicant's structures monitoring program confirms that the CLB is maintained through periodic testing and inspection of critical plant structures, systems, and components.

The staff's evaluation of the above structure-aging effect combinations is provided below. (1) Cracking, Loss of Bond, and loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) due to Corrosion of embedded steel for Group 1-5, 7,9 structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.

Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to 3-531 OAGI0001368 00829 manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.

(2) Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) Due to Aggressive Chemical Attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 Structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, and loss of material (spalling; scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack for Groups 1-5, 7, and 9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.

Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.

(3) Loss of Material Due to Corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 Structures Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the loss of material due to corrosion for Groups 1-5, 7, and 8 structures is an aging effect which will be managed by the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program. On this basis, the staff finds the monitoring of the above characteristic acceptable.

(4) Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-Thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 Structures Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw for Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.

Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effect, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.

(5) Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 Through review of the LRA and the basis document the staff found that the cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates for Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures will be monitored within the Structures Monitoring Program by the applicant.

Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not require management, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

On the basis that the applicant has acceptable programs in place to manage the aging effects, the staff determined that this combination will be adequately managed and no further evaluation is required.

3-532 OAGI0001368 00830 (6) Cracks and Distortion Due to Increased Stress Levels from Settlement for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 Structures Through review of LRA and the basis document the staff found that cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 structures is not a plausible aging effect at IP because of the nonexistence of this aging mechanism.

The IP Class 1 structures are founded on sound bedrock or supported by steel pilings which prevent significant settlement.

The staff finds the applicant's assessment that these aging effects are not applicable to IP Class I structures is acceptable.

On the basis that IP does not have. any components from this group, the staff found that this aging effect is not applicable to IP. (7) Reduction in Foundation Strength, Cracking, and Differential Settlement Due to Erosion of Porous Concrete Subfoundation for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 Structures Through review of the LRA and bases documents, the staff found that reduction in foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 structures are not plausible aging effects because of the nonexistence of these aging mechanisms.

The applicant stated that the aging effects of reduction in foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundation for Groups 1-3 and 5-9 structures are not applicable to IP since there are no porous concrete subfoundations of concern below these structures.

Due to the absence of porous concrete subfoundations, the staff finds these aging effects are not applicable to IP. {8) Lockup Due to Wear for Lubrite Radial Beam Seats in BWR Drywell and Other Sliding Support Surfaces.

Through review of the LRA, the staff found that the applicant has credited its lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF) program to manage aging of Lubrite and other sliding support surfaces.

The staff finds the applicable AMP (IWF) acceptable for inspection of Lubrite and other sliding support surfaces.

The staff's evaluation of the ISI-IWF Program is contained in SER Section 3.0.3.3.4.

Based on the programs identified above, the staff concludes that the applicant's programs meet SRP-LR Section 3.5.2.2.2.1 criteria.

For those line items that apply to LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.1, the staff determines that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effeCts of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Aging Management of Inaccessible Areas. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.2 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.2.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.2, the applicant stated that IP concrete for Group 1-3, 5 and 7-9 inaccessible concrete areas was provided in accordance with specification ACI 318, Building 3-533 OAGI0001368 00831 Code Requirements for Reinforc:ed Concrete, which requires the following, resulting in low permeability and resistance to aggressive chemical solution:

high cement content

  • low water permeability
  • proper curing
  • adequate air entrainment The applicant states that IP concrete also meets requirements of later ACI guide ACI 201.2R-77, "Guide to Durable Concrete," since both documents use the same ASTM standards for selection, application and testing of concrete.

Inspections of accessible concrete have not revealed degradation related to corrosion of embedded steel. IP below-grade environment is not aggressive as defined in the GALL Report. Therefore, according to the applicant, loss of material due to corrosion of embedded steel is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.2 states: {1) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.

Structures monitoring program may not be sufficient for plants located in moderate to severe weathering conditions.

Further evaluation is needed for plants that are located in moderate to severe weathering conditions (weathering index >1 00 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557).

Documented evidence confirms that where the existing concrete had air content of 3% to 6% and cement ratio of 0.35-0.45, subsequent inspection did not exhibit degradation related to freeze-thaw.

Such inspections should be considered a part of the evaluation.

The weathering index for the continental U.S. is shown in ASTM C33-90, Fig. 1. (2) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregate in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-5 and 7-9 structures in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.

An aging management program is not necessary, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.

(3) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage cracks and distortion due to increased stress levels from settlement, and reduction.of foundation strength, cracking, and differential settlement due to erosion of porous concrete subfoundations could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.

The initial licensing basis for some plants included a program to monitor settlement.

If no settlement was evident during the first decade or so, the staff may have given the applicant approval to discontinue the program. However, if a watering system is relied upon for control of settlement and erosion, then the applicant is to ensure proper functioning of the de-watering system through the period of extended operation.

(4) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of aging management for inaccessible concrete areas, such as foundation and exterior walls below grade exposed to an 3-534 OAGI0001368 00832 aggressive environment.

Possible aging effects are increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack, and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel for Groups 1-3, 5, 7-9 structures.

Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.

The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed.

(5) The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of programs to manage increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Groups 1-3, 5, and 7-9 structures.

An aging management program is not necessary, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI201.2R-77.

The staff's evaluation of the above structure-aging effect combinations is provided below. The staff noted that the applicant's further evaluation discussion in LRA 3.5.2.2.2.2 does not identify any commitments to monitor inaccessible areas. In response to the staff's review, the applicant has made the following license renewal commitments related to inaccessible areas, as enhancements to the SMP (

Reference:

Commitment 25 in the List of Regulatory Commitments, Revision 5, in Attachment 4 to Entergy's letter dated August 14, 2008): (1) Inspect inaccessible concrete areas in environments where observed conditions in accessible areas exposed to the same environment indicate that significant concrete degradation is occurring in such inaccessible areas, as part of its Structures Monitoring AMP (2) Conduct a groundwater monitoring program that is sufficient in scope to assess the aggressiveness of the site groundwater to concrete on a periodic basis, as part of its Structures Monitoring AMP (3) Inspect inaccessible concrete areas that are exposed by excavation for any reason, as part of its Structures Monitoring AMP Based on the programs and commitments identified above, the staff determined that the applicant has an adequate program for monitoring all five structure-aging effect combinations mentioned above for inaccessible areas of containment concrete.

Therefore, the staff finds that with satisfactory resolution of Open Item 3.5-1, the applicant's approach is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). Reduction of Strength and Modulus of Concrete Structures Due to Elevated Temperature.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.3 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.3.

3-535 OAGI0001368 00833 In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.3, the applicant stated that this aging effect is not applicable because during normal operation, bulk average temperature of Groups 1-5 concrete elements is below 150 oF and local temperatures remain below 200 °F. Group 1-5 concrete elements remain at temperatures below the thresholds for aging degradation due to elevated temperature.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.3 states that the GALL Report recommends a plant-specific evaluation be performed if any portion of the concrete Groups 1-5 structures exceeds specified temperature limits, i.e., general temperature greater than 66 oc (150 oF) and local area temperature greater than 93 oc (200 °F). Based on the above, the staff concludes that reduction of strength and modulus of concrete structures due to elevated temperature is not applicable to Groups 1 through 5 structures at IP since the GALL Report temperature limits are not exceeded.

The staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). Aging Management of Inaccessible Areas for Group 6 Structures.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.4 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.4.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.4, the applicant stated that, for inaccessible areas of certain Group 6 structures, aging effects are covered by inspections in accordance with the Structures Monitoring Program. The Structures Monitoring Program will include guidance to perform periodic engineering evaluations of groundwater samples to assess aggressiveness of groundwater to concrete.

The applicant provided the following additional information:

1. Increase in Porosity and Permeability, Cracking, Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling)/Aggressive Chemical Attack; and Cracking, Loss of Bond, and Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling)/Corrosion of Embedded Steel in Below-Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Below-grade exterior reinforced concrete structures are subject to non aggressive environment (pH > 5.5, chlorides

< 500 ppm, and sulfates < 1,500 ppm). Therefore, increase in porosity and permeability, cracking, loss of material (spalling, scaling)/

aggressive chemical attack; and cracking, loss of bond, and loss of material (spalling, scaling)/

corrosion of embedded steel are not aging effects requiring management for below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of IP Group 6 structures.

2. Loss of Material (Spalling, Scaling) and Cracking Due to Freeze-thaw in Below-Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction.

IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.

Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed 3-536 OAGI0001368 00834 in the GALL Report. Therefore, loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze thaw are not aging effects requiring management for IP Groups 6 structures.

3. Cracking Due to Expansion and Reaction with Aggregates, Increase in Porosity and Permeability, and Loss of Strength Due to Leaching of Calcium Hydroxide in Grade Inaccessible Concrete Areas of Group 6 Structures Aggregates were selected locally and were in accordance with specifications and materials conforming to ACI and ASTM standards at the time of construction, which are in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77 for concrete durability.

IP structures are constructed of a dense, durable mixture of sound coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, cement, water, and admixture.

Water-cement ratios are within the limits provided in ACI 318-63, and air entrainment percentages were within the range prescribed in the GALL Report. IP below-grade environment is not aggressive (pH > 5.5, chlorides

< 500 ppm, and sulfates < 1,500 ppm). Therefore, cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregates, increase in porosity and permeability, and loss of strength due to leaching of calcium hydroxide in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 Structures is not an aging effect requiring management for IP concrete.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.4 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation for inaccessible areas of certain Group 6 structure/aging effect combinations as identified below, whether or not they are covered by inspections in accordance with the GALL Report, Chapter XI.S7, "Regulatory Guide 1.127, Inspection of Water-Control Structures Associated with Nuclear Power Plants," or the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission/US Army Corp of Engineers dam inspections and maintenance.

1. Increases in porosity and permeability, cracking and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to aggressive chemical attack and cracking, loss of boild, and loss of material (spalling, scaling) due to corrosion of embedded steel could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.

Periodic monitoring of below-grade water chemistry (including consideration of potential seasonal variations) is an acceptable approach to demonstrate that the below-grade environment is aggressive or non-aggressive.

The GALL Report recommends that examination of representative samples of below-grade concrete, when excavated for any reason, be performed, if the below-grade environment is aggressive.

2. Loss of material (spalling, scaling) and cracking due to freeze-thaw could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.

Further evaluation is needed for plants that are located in moderate to severe weathering conditions (weathering index >100 day-inch/yr) (NUREG-1557, Ref. 7). Documented evidence confirms that where the existing concrete had air content of 3% to 6% and cement ratio of 0.35-0.45, subsequent inspection did not exhibit degradation related to freeze-thaw.

Such inspections should be considered a part of the evaluation.

The weathering index for the continental US is shown in ASTM C33-90, Fig. 1. 3. Cracking due to expansion and reaction with aggregate could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures and increase in porosity and permeability due to leaching of calcium hydroxide could occur in below-grade inaccessible concrete areas of Group 6 structures.

An aging management program is 3-537 OAGI0001368 00835 not necessary, even if reinforced concrete is exposed to flowing water, if there is documented evidence that confirms the in-place concrete was constructed in accordance with the recommendations in ACI 201.2R-77.

The staff's evaluation of the above structure-aging effect combinations is given below. The staff noted that the applicant's initial commitment to managing aging of inaccessible areas of Group 6 structures (water control structures) was insufficient because the Structures Monitoring AMP did not include specific provisions identified in GALL AMP XI.S7 "RG 1.127, Inspection of Water-Control Structures Associated with Nuclear Power Plants". The staff asked the applicant to describe how all the provisions of GALL AMP XI.S7 had been incorporated into its Structures Monitoring AMP (Audit Item 88). As a result of the staff's inquiries, the applicant made the following additional license renewal commitments to enhance the Structures Monitoring AMP (

Reference:

Commitment 25 in the List of Regulatory Commitments, Revision 5, in Attachment 4 to Entergy's letter dated August 14, 2008): ( 1) Perform inspection of normally submerged concrete portions of the intake structures at least once every five years. The applicant had also made commitments to enhance the Structures Monitoring AMP, for managing aging of inaccessible areas for all structures groups. (2) Conduct a groundwater monitoring program that is sufficient in scope to assess the aggressiveness of the site groundwater to concrete on a periodic basis. (3) Conduct inspection of inaccessible concrete areas that are exposed by excavation for any reason. ( 4) Inspect inaccessible concrete areas in environments where observed conditions in accessible areas exposed to the same environment indicate that significant concrete degradation is occurring in such inaccessible areas. The staff's review of operating experience identified the existence of concrete degradation of water control structures.

Spalling of concrete and rusting of rebar has occurred at a number of locations.

The staff's evaluation of these conditions is in Section 3.0.3.2.15 of this SER. Although the applicant considers that the above mentioned aging effects do not require management, its Structures Monitoring Program with the above commitments monitors for these aging effect/structure combinations.

Based on the programs and commitments identified above, the staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report for the three structure aging effect combinations, and the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Cracking Due to Stress Corrosion Cracking and Loss of Material Due to Pitting and Crevice Corrosion.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.5 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.5.

3-538 OAGI0001368 00836 In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.5, the applicant addressed cracking due to SCC and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion in stainless steel tank liners, by stating that this aging effect is not applicable because there are no concrete or steel tanks with stainless steel liners within the scope of license renewal. In SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.5, it states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of plant-specific programs to manage cracking due to sec and loss of material due to pitting and crevice corrosion for stainless steel tank liners exposed to standing water. On the basis that there are no stainless steel tank liners within the scope of license renewal, the staff concludes that the SRP-LR criterion is not applicable, and further evaluation is not required.

Aging of Supports Not Covered by the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6 using the review procedures of SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.6.

In LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6, the applicant stated that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of certain component support/aging effect combinations if they are not covered by the applicant's structures monitoring program. Component supports at IP are included in the Structures Monitoring Program for Groups 82 through 65 and the lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF) program for Group 61. The applicant provided the following additional information:

(1) Reduction in concrete anchor capacity due to degradation of the surrounding concrete for Groups 81 through 85 supports:

IP concrete anchors and surrounding concrete are included in the Structures Monitoring Program (Groups 82 through 85) and lnservice Inspection (ISI-IWF)

Program (Group 81 ). Item 3.5.1-40 of LRA Table 3.5.1 addresses building concrete at locations of expansion and grouted anchors for the aging effect of reduction in concrete anchor capacity due to local concrete degradation/service-induced cracking or other concrete aging mechanisms.

The GALL Report recommends the Structures Monitoring Program for monitoring this concrete component for the stated aging effect. The staff finds that the applicant has appropriately credited the SMP for Groups 82 through 85 component supports and surrounding concrete consistent with the GALL Report. However, for the Group 81 (ASME Class 1, 2, 3 & MC) supports, the applicant's statement that "IP concrete anchors and surrounding concrete" implies that the applicant is crediting the IWF AMP for both the supports and surrounding concrete.

The staff found that, while ISI-IWF is appropriate for the Group 81 component supports themselves, ISI-IWF is not specifically applicable for concrete surrounding the anchors for these supports, because of the code support boundary definition which extends to the surface of the building but does not include the building structure.

Therefore, the applicant was requested to confirm which AMP it is using to manage the effects of aging for the concrete surrounding the 81 supports.

This was identified as Open Item 3.5-3. 3-539 OAGI0001368 00837 In its response to Open Item 3.5-3 in Attachment 1, dated January 27, 2009, the applicant stated that, as indicated in the discussion column for Item 3.5.1-40 of LRA Table 3.5.1, the applicable aging management program for concrete surrounding concrete anchors is the Structures Monitoring Program. The applicant stated that the evaluation provided in LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6 (1 ). reproduced as the first paragraph under Item (1) above of the SER, is clarified to read as follows: "Concrete surrounding IPEC concrete anchors is included in the Structures Monitoring Program (Groups 81 through 85)." The staff finds the above response to Open Item 3.5-3 acceptable since the applicant clarified and revised its evaluation in LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.6 (1) to confirm that the aging management program for building concrete and grout pads at locations surrounding anchors and base plates of Groups 81 through 85 supports is the Structures Monitoring Program, which makes it consistent with the GALL Report. Therefore, the issue raised in Open Item 3.5-3 is closed. (2) Loss of material due to general and pitting corrosion, for Groups 82 through 85 supports:

Loss of material due to corrosion of steel support components is an aging effect requiring management at IP. The Structures Monitoring Program manages this aging effect. For components subject to loss of material due to boric acid corrosion, the Boric Acid Corrosion Prevention Program manages this aging effEE_ct.

One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel fire damper framing in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.

The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-39, and credits the Fire Protection Program. One entry covers loss of material for carbon steel fire hose reels in an indoor air (uncontrolled) environment.

The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-39, and credits the Fire Water System Program. The applicant references Table 1 Item 3.5.1-25, and credits the Fire Protection Program. The applicant has also credited the Structures Monitoring Program in a separate Table 2 entry. Although the GALL Report identifies the Structures Monitoring Program as the acceptable AMP, structural commodities related to plant fire protection are typically inspected under either the Fire Protection AMP or the Fire Water System Program. For the specific applications cited above, the staff considers these AMPs to be acceptable alternatives or adjuncts to the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff's evaluation of these conditions is discussed in SER Sections 3.0.3.2. 7 and 3.0.3.2.8.

(3) Reduction/loss of isolation function due to degradation of vibration isolation elements for Group 84 supports:

The IP aging management review did not identify any component support structure/aging effect combination corresponding to NUREG-1801 Volume 2 Item 111.84.2-a.

SRP-LR Section 3.5.3.2.2.1 states that the GALL Report recommends further evaluation of certain component support/aging effect combinations if they are not covered by the structures monitoring program. This includes (1) reduction in concrete anchor capacity due to degradation of the surrounding concrete, for Groups 81-85 supports; (2) loss of material due to general and 3-540 OAGI0001368 00838 pitting corrosion, for Groups B2-B5 supports; and (3) reduction/loss of isolation function due to degradation of vibration isolation elements, for Group 84 supports.

Further evaluation is necessary only for structure/aging effect combinations not covered by the structures monitoring program. The staff noted that Items ( 1) and (2) above are included in the scope of the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program, and Item (3) is not applicable.

Since the combination is covered by the applicant's Structures Monitoring Program, as recommended by the SRP-LR, further evaluation is not necessary.

The staff finds that the LRA is consistent with the GALL Report, and that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be. adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

Cumulative Fatigue Damage Due to Cyclic Loading. LRA Section 3.5.2.2.2.7 states that TLAAs are evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c), as documented in (LRA) Section 4. During the process of identifying TLAAs in the IP current licensing basis, no fatigue analyses were identified for ASME component support members, anchor bolts, and welds. Based on the above, the staff concludes that this further evaluation is not applicable, because no fatigue analyses exist in the current licensing basis for the ASME component support members, anchor bolts, or welds. 3.5.2.2.3 Quality Assurance for Aging Management of Nonsafety-Related Components SER Section 3.0.4 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's QA program. 3.5.2.3 AMR Results Not Consistent with or Not Addressed in the GALL Report In LRA Tables 3.5.2-1 through 3.5.2-4, the staff reviewed additional details of the AMR results for material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not consistent with or not addressed in the GALL Report. In LRA Tables 3.5.2-1 through 3.5.2-4, the applicant indicated, via Notes F through J that the combination of component type, material, environment, and AERM does not correspond to a line item in the GALL Report. The applicant provided further information about how it will manage the aging effects. Specifically, note F indicates that the material for the AMR line item component is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note G indicates that the environment for the AMR line item component and material is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note H indicates that the aging effect for the AMR line item component, material, and environment combination is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note I indicate that the aging effect identified in the GALL Report for the line item component, material, and environment combination is not applicable.

Note J indicates that neither the component nor the material and environment combination for the line item is evaluated in the GALL Report. For component type, material, and environment combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report, the staff reviewed the applicant's evaluation to determine whether the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended 3-541 OAGI0001368 00839 functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.

The staffs evaluation is documented in the following sections.

3.5.2.3.1 Containment Building-Summary of Aging Management Review-LRA Table 3.5.2-1 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.5.2-1, as amended by letter date June 11, 2008, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the containment building component groups. The applicant identified 38 unique componenVmaterial/environmenVaging effecVAMP groups for the containment building.

Twenty-seven have AMR results consistent with the GALL Report, as identified by reference to Notes A through E. The staff confirmed that the references to Table 1 and GALL Report Volume II line items are appropriate.

The applicant referenced Note F for nickel alloy bellows penetrations exposed to uncontrolled air-indoor (internal) with no aging effects and no aging management program required.

This material has high corrosion resistance as discussed in "Metals Handbook, Desk Edition, 1985" and therefore no aging effects are expected and no AMP is required.

Therefore, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.

The applicant referenced Note I and plant-specific Note 501, which states "[t]he IP environment is not conducive to the listed aging effects. However, the identified AMP will be used to confirm the absence of significant aging effects for the period of extended operation." The applicant identified its Structures Monitoring Program, ISI-IWF, CII-IWL, or Fire Protection Program to manage the aging effects. The staff's review of the above programs is documented in SER Sections 3.0.3.2.15, 3.0.3.3.4, 3.0.3:3.2, and 3.0.3.2.7, respectively.

The staff finds that the credited AMP is appropriate in each case. Since the applicant has committed to appropriate AMPs for the period of extended operation, the staff finds these AMR results to be acceptable.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.5.2.3.2 Water Control Structures-Summary of Aging Management LRA Table 3.5.2-2 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.5.2-2, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the water control structures component groups. The staff confirmed that the references to Table 1 and GALL Report, Volume II line items are appropriate.

The applicant proposes to manage concrete material, aging effect none, by using the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff's review of the Structures Monitoring Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.15.

These line items reference Note I and plant-specific Note 501, which states "[t]he IP environment is not conducive to the listed aging effects. However, the identified AMP will be used to confirm the absence of significant aging effects for the period of extended operation." Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not exist at its plant, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

On the basis that the applicant has committed to appropriate aging management 3-542 OAGI0001368 00840 programs for the period of extended operation, the staff finds these AMR results to be acceptable.

By letter dated March 24, 2008, the applicant added baffling/grating partition and support platform for IP3 constructed of Fiberglass material exposed to a fluid environment.

The applicant proposes to manage the loss of material aging effect for this component using the Structures Monitoring Program. This line item references Note J, which states that neither the component nor the material and environment combination is evaluated in NUREG-1801.

The applicant has credited the Structures Monitoring Program to manage the loss of material aging effect in a fluid environment for materials such as concrete, carbon steel, stainless steel, copper alloy using Note E. Based on the rationale used in SER Section 3.5.2.1 for these materials with Note E subject to a fluid environment, the staff finds the AMP the applicant has proposed for the fiberglass material component is appropriate and acceptable.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.5.2.3.3 Turbine Building, Auxiliary Building, and Other Structures-Summary of Aging Management Review-LRA Table 3.5.2-3 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.5.2-3, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the turbine building, auxiliary building, and other structures component groups. The staff confirmed that the references to Table 1 and GALL Report, Volume II line items are appropriate.

The applicant proposes to manage concrete material, aging effect "none," by using the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff's review of the Structures Monitoring Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.15.

These line items reference Note I and plant-specific Note 501, which states "[t]he IP environment is not conducive to the listed aging effects. However, the identified AMP will be used to confirm the absence of significant aging effects for the period of extended operation." Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not exist at its plant, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

Because the applicant has committed to the appropriate aging management program for the period of extended operation, the staff finds these AMR results to be acceptable.

On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). 3.5.2.3.4 Bulk Commodities-Summary of Aging Management Review-LRA Table 3.5.2-4 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.5.2-4, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the bulk commodities component groups. The staff confirmed that the references to Table 1 and GALL Report, Volume II line items are appropriate.

3-543 OAGI0001368 00841 The applicant proposes to manage concrete material, aging effect "none," by using the Structures Monitoring Program. The staff's review of the Structures Monitoring Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.15.

These line items reference Note I and plant-specific Note 501, which states "The IP environment is not conducive to the listed aging effects. However, the identified AMP will be used to confirm the absence of significant aging effects for the period of extended operation." Although the applicant considers that this aging effect does not exist at its plant, the applicant has an AMP which monitors for this aging effect/structure combination.

On the basis that the applicant has committed to appropriate aging management programs for the period of extended operation, the staff finds these AMR results to be acceptable.

The applicant references Note J, indicating that neither the component nor the material and environment combination for the line item is evaluated in the GALL Report. The specific component/material/environment/aging effect/AMP groups referencing Note J are: (1) Fire stops/cera blanket, mineral wool/air-indoor uncontrolled/cracking, de-lamination, separation/

Fire Protection (2) Fire wrap/cerafiber, cera blanket/air-indoor uncontrolled/loss of material/

Fire Protection (3) Insulation/fiberglass, calcium silicate/air-indoor uncontrolled/None/None Plant-specific Note 502 is referenced, which states: Loss of insulating characteristics due to insulation degradation is not an aging effect requiring management for insulation material.

Insulation products, which are made from fiberglass fiber, calcium silicate, stainless steel, and similar materials, in an air-indoor uncontrolled environment do not experience aging effects that would significantly degrade their ability to insulate as designed.

A review of site operating experience identified no aging effects for insulation used at IP. (4) Water stops/elastomers/air-indoor uncontrolled/None/None The staff confirmed that groups (1) and (2) are within the scope of the applicant's Fire Protection Program. Since these components/materials serve the intended function of a fire barrier, the staff considers the Fire Protection AMP to be an appropriate and acceptable program for aging management of the listed aging effects. Therefore, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.

The staff's review of the Fire Protection Program is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.2.7.

For group (3), the staff concurs that deterioration of the insulation function in an indoor air environment is not expected.

The staff questioned the applicant about any occurrences of moisture wetting the insulation (Audit Item 248 ). In its response, dated December 18, 2007, the applicant stated that there have been no occurrences, because the insulation is jacketed.

Since the stated aging effect is not expected for insulation in an indoor environment and is also not 3-544 OAGI0001368 00842 indicated in the applicant's operating experience, the staff finds the applicant's AMR results acceptable.

For group (4), the staff notes that water stops are completely embedded in concrete joints between walls and floors, to eliminate water leakage through the joints. They are inaccessible for inspection.

The GALL Report does not recommend inspection of water stops. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.5.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the structures and component supports within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended function(s) will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a}(3).

3.6 Aging Management of Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls System This section of the SER documents the staff's review of the applicant's AMR results for the following electrical and instrumentation and control (I&C) system components and component groups: * * * * *

  • high-voltage insulators insulated cables and connections metal-enclosed bus switchyard bus and connections transmission conductors and connections direct burial 138-kilovolt (kV) insulated transmission cables 3.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 3.6 provides AMR results for the electrical and I&C system components and component groups. LRA Table 3.6.1, "Summary of Aging Management Programs for the Electrical and I&C Components Evaluated in Chapter VI of NUREG 1801 ,"is a summary comparison of the applicant's AMRs with those evaluated in the GALL Report for the electrical and I&C system components and component groups. The applicant's AMRs evaluated and incorporated applicable plant-specific and industry operating experience in the determination of AERMs. The plant-specific evaluation included condition reports and discussions with appropriate site personnel to identify AERMs. The applicant's review of industry operating experience included a review of the GALL Report and operating experience issues identified since the issuance of the GALL Report. 3-545 OAGI0001368 00843 3.6.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.6 to determine whether the applicant provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging, for the electrical and I&C system components within the scope of license renewal and subjectto an AMR, will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(3). The staff conducted an onsite audit of AMRs to verify the applicant's claim that certain AMRs are consistent with the GALL Report. The staff did not repeat its review of the matters described in the GALL Report; however, the staff did verify that the material presented in the LRA is applicable and that the applicant identified the appropriate GALL Report AMRs. SER Section 3.0.3 documents the staff's evaluations ofthe AMPs. SER Section 3.6.2.1 documents the details of the staff's audit evaluation.

During the onsite audit, the staff also selected AMRs consistent with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended.

The staff confirmed that the applicant's further evaluations are consistent with the SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2 acceptance criteria.

SER Section 3.6.2.2 documents the staff's audit evaluations.

The staff also conducted a technical review of the remaining AMRs not consistent with or not addressed in the GALL Report. The technical review evaluated whether all plausible aging effects have been identified and whether the aging effects listed are appropriate for the material-environment combinations specified.

SER Section 3.6.2.3 documents the staff's evaluations.

For components that the applicant claimed are not applicable or require no aging management, the staff reviewed the AMR line items and the plant's operating experience to verify the applic_ant's claims. 1 Table 3.6-1 summarizes the staff's evaluation of components, aging effects or mechanisms, and AMPs listed in LRASection 3.6 and addressed in the GALL Report. Table 3.6-1 Staff Evaluation for Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls in the GALL Report Electrical equipment subject to 10 CFR 50.49 environmental qualification (EQ) requirements (3.6.1-1)

Degradation due Environmental Yes to various aging Qualification of. mechanisms Electric Components TLAA Consistent with GALL Report (see Section 3.6.2.2.1)

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' Electrical cables, Reduced Electrical Cables and No Non-EQ Consistent with connections and insulation Connections Not Insulated Cables GALL Report (see fuse holders resistance and Subject to and Section 3.6.2.1) (insulation) not electrical failure 10 CFR 50.49 Connections subject to due to various EQ Requirements 10 CFR 50.49 physical, EQ requirements thermal, (3.6.1-2) radiolytic, photolytic, and chemical mechanisms Conductor insulation Reduced Electrical Cables and No for electrical cables insulation Connections Used In and connections resistance and Instrumentation used in electrical failure Circuits Not Subject instrumentation due to various

  • to 10 CFR 50.49 circuits not subject to physical, EQ Requirements 10 CFR 50.49 thermal, EQ requirements radiolytic, that are sensitive to photolytic, and reduction in chemical conductor insulation
  • mechanisms resistance (3.6:-1-3)

Conductor insulation Localized for inaccessible damage and. medium-voltage breakdown of (2 kV to 35 kV) insulation cables (e.g., installed leading to in conduit or direct electrical failure buried) not subject to due to moisture 1 0 CFR 50.49 EQ intrusion, water requirements trees (3.6.1-4)

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  • _ Medium-Voltage Cables-Not Subject to 10 CFR 50.49 EQ Requirements Connector contacts for electrical connectors exposed to borated water leakage**

Corrosion of Boric Acid Corrosion No conneCtor contact surfaces due to intrusion of borated water * (3.6.1-5) 3-547 Non-EQ Instrumentation Circuit Test Review Non-EQ Inaccessible Medium-Voltage Cables Boric Acid Corrosion Prevention Consistent with GALL Report (see Section 3.6.2.1) Consistent with GALL Report (see SERSection 3.6.2.1) Consistent with GALL Report (see SER SeCtion 3.6.2.1) OAGI0001368 00845 Compt>neht.Group

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  • Mechanism Report Evaluation Supplements, Item No.) In GALL. or Report Amendments Fuse Holders Fatigue due to Fuse Holders No Not applicable Not applicable (see (Not Part of a Larger ohmic heating, SER Section Assembly):

Fuse thermal cycling, 3.6.2.1.1) holders -metallic electrical clamp

  • transients, (3.6.1-6) frequent manipulation, vibration, chemical ' I contamination, I corrosion, and oxidation Metal-enclosed Loosening of Metal-Enclosed Bus No Metal-Enclosed Consistent with bus-bus, bolted Bus Inspection GALL Report (see connections connections due SERSection (3.6.1-7) to thermal 3.6.2.1) cycling and ohmic heating Metal-enclosed Reduced Metal-Enclosed Bus No Metal-Enclosed Consistent with bus-insulation, insulation

.. Bus GALL Report (see insulators resistance and SERSection (3.6.1-8) electrical failure 3.6.2.1) .. due to various _ physical, , thermal, radiolytic, photolytic, -and chemical mechanisms

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.. Loss of materi!.JI Structures No Metal-Enclosed Consistent with bus-enclosure due to general Monitoring Program Bus Inspection'*

GALL Report (see assemblies corrosion SER Section (3.6.1-9) 3.6.2.1) Metal enclosed bus -Hardening arid Structures No Not applicable Not consistent with enclosure . loss of strength Monitoring Program GALL Report (see assemblies

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High voltage Degradation of A plant-specific Yes None Consistent with insulators insulation quality aging management GALL Report (see (3.6.1-11) due to presence program is to be SER Section of any salt evaluated 3.6.2.2.2)

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loss of material caused by , mechanical wear due to wind blowing on : transmission . conductors Transmission Loss of material A plant-specific Yes None Consistent with conductors and due to wind aging management
  • GALL Report (see connections; induced program is to be SER Section switchyard bus and
  • abrasion and evaluated . 3.6.2.2.3) connections
  • fatigue; loss of.' (3.6.1-12) conductor strength due to corrosion; increased

-resistance-of-connection due to oxidation or loss of preload Cable connections

-Loosening of Electrical Cable No Non-EQ Bolted Consistent with metallic parts . bolted Connections Not Cable GALL Report (see (3.6.1-13) connections due Subject to Connections SER Section to thermal 10 CFR 50.49 3.6.2.1) cycling, ohmic Environmental heating, . Qualification

  • electrical Requirements transients, vibration, chemical . contamination, corrosion, and oxidation Fuse holders None None NA Not Applicable Consistent with (Not Part of a Larger GALLReport Assembly)-

insulation material (3.6.1-14)

-The staff's review of the electrical and I&C system component groups followed one of the following approaches.

In one approach, documented in SER Section 3.6.2.1, the staff reviewed AMR results for compol')ents that the applicant indicated are consistent with the GALL Report and require no further evaluation.

In the second approach, documented in SER Section 3.6.2.2, . \ . ' 3-549 OAGI0001368 00847 the staff reviewed AMR results for components that the applicant indicated are consistent with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended.

In the third approach, documented in SER Section 3.6.2.3, the staff reviewed AMR results for components that the applicant indicated are not consistent with, or not addressed in, the GALL Report. SER Section 3.0.3 documents the staff's review of AMPs credited to manage or monitor the aging effects of the electrical and I&C system components.

3.6.2.1 AMR Results Consistent with the GALL Report In LRA Section 3.6.2.1, the applicant identified the materials, environments, AERMs, and the following programs that manage aging effects for the electrical and I&C system components:

  • Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program
  • Non-EO Bolted Cable Connections Program
  • Non-EQ Inaccessible Medium-Voltage Cable Program
  • Non-EQ Instrumentation Circuits Test Review Program
  • Non-EO Insulated Cables and Connections Program LRA Table 3.6.2-1 summarizes the results of AMRs for the electrical and I&C system components and indicates the AMRs claimed to be consistent with the GALL Report. For component groups evaluated in the GALL Report, for which the applicant claimed consistency with the report, where the report does not recommend further evaluation, the staff's audit and review determined whether the GALL Report evaluation bounds the plant-specific components of these GALL Report component groups. For each AMR line item, the applicant stated how the information in the tables aligns with the information in the GALL Report. Notes A through E indicate how the AMR is consistent with the GALL Report. The staff audited these AMRs. Note A indicates that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report for component, material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP is consistent with the GALL Report AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report and validity of the AMR for the site-specific conditions.

Note 8 indicates that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report for component, material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP takes some exceptions to the GALL Report AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report and verified that the identified exceptions to the GALL Report AMPs have been reviewed and accepted.

The staff also determined whether the applicant's AMP is consistent with the GALL Report AMP and whether the AMR is valid for the site-specific conditions.

Note C indicates that the component for the AMR line item, although different from, is consistent with the GALL Report for material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP is consistent with the GALL Report AMP. This note indicates that the applicant was unable to find a listing of some system components in the GALL Report; however, the applicant identified in the GALL Report a different component with the same material, environment, aging 3-550 OAGI0001368 00848 effect, and AMP as the component under review. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report. The staff also determined whether the AMR line item of the different component is applicable to the component under review and whether the AMR is valid for the site-specific conditions.

NoteD indicates that the component for the AMR line item, although different from, is consistent with the GALL Report for material, environment, and aging effect. In addition, the AMP takes some exceptions to the GALL Report AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify consistency with the GALL Report. The staff ascertained whether the AMR line item of the different component is applicable to the component under review and whether the identified exceptions to the GALL Report AMPs have been reviewed and accepted.

The staff also determined whether the applicant's AMP is consistent with the GALL Report AMP and whether the AMR is valid for the site-specific conditions.

Note E indicates that the AMR line item is consistent with the GALL Report for material, environment, and aging effect but credits a different AMP. The staff audited these line items to verify their consistency with the GALL Report. The staff also determined whether the credited AMP would manage the aging effect consistently with the GALL Report AMP and whether the AMR is valid for the site-specific conditions.

The staff audited and reviewed the information in the LRA. The staff did not repeat its review of the matters described in the GALL Report; however, the staff did verify that the material presented in the LRA is applicable and that the applicant identified the appropriate GALL Report AMRs. The staff's evaluation follows. The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.6.1, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations in Chapter VI of the GALL Report for the electrical and I&C component groups. The staff evaluated the applicant's claim of consistency with the GALL Report. The staff also reviewed information pertaining to the applicant's consideration of recent operating experience and proposals for managing aging effects. On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the AMR results, which the applicant claimed to be consistent with the GALL Report, are indeed consistent.

Therefore, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging on these components will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.6.2.1.1 AMR Results Identified as Not Applicable In the discussion column of LRA Table 3.6.1 for Item 3.6.1-6, the applicant stated that fatigue due to ohmic heating, thermal cycling, electrical transients, frequent manipulation, vibration, chemical contamination, corrosion, and oxidation of fuse holders (not part of a larger assembly)-metallic clamp is not applicable to IP because all fuse holders utilizing metallic clamps are either part of an active device or located in circuits that perform no function intended for license renewal. In accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (a)(1 )(i), fuse holders installed in an active assembly are part of an active assembly and do not require an AMR. Therefore, the staff finds that fuse holders with metallic clamps at JP are not subject to AMR. 3-551 OAGI0001368 00849 3.6.2.1.2 Loss of Material Due to General Corrosion In the discussion section in Table 3.6.1, Item 3.6.1-9, of the LRA, the applicant stated that the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program will manage the effect of loss of material due to general corrosion through visual inspection.

The staff noted that in the AMR results line that points to Table 3.6.1, Item 3.6.1-9, the applicant included a reference to Note E. The staff reviewed the AMR results lines referenced to Note E and determined that the component type, material, environment, and aging effect are consistent with the corresponding lines of the GALL Report; however, where the GALL Report recommends the AMP XI. 56, "Structures Monitoring Program," the applicant has proposed the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program. As discussed in Section 3.0.3.1, the staff finds the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program acceptable to inspect loss of material due to general corrosion of the metal enclosed bus enclosure assemblies.

3.6.2.2 AMR Results Consistent with the GALL Report for Which Further Evaluation Is Recommended

  • In LRA Section 3.6.2.2, the applicant further evaluated aging management, as recommended by the GALL Report, for the electrical and I&C system components and provided information concerning how it will manage aging in the following areas:
  • electrical equipment subject to EQ
  • degradation of insulator quality due to salt deposits or surface contamination and loss of material due to mechanical wear
  • loss of material due to wind-induced abrasion and fatigue, loss of conductor strength due to corrosion, and increased resistance of connection due to oxidation or loss of preload
  • QA for aging management of nonsafety-related components For component groups evaluated in the GALL Report, for which the applicant claimed consistency with the GALL Report and for which further evaluation is recommended, the staff audited and reviewed the applicant's evaluation to determine whether it adequately addresses the issues further evaluated.

In addition, the staff reviewed the applicant's further evaluations against the criteria contained in SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2. The staff's review of the applicant's further evaluations for those component groups follows. 3.6.2.2.1 Electrical Equipment Subject to Environmental Qualification LRA Section 3.6.2.2.1 states that EQ is a TLAA, as defined in 10 CFR 54.3. Applicants must evaluate TLAAs in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 ). SER Section 4.4 documents the staff's review of the applicant's evaluation of this TLAA. 3-552 OAGI0001368 00850 3.6.2.2.2 Degradation of Insulator Quality Due to Salt Deposits or Surface Contamination and Loss of Material Due to Mechanical Wear The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.6.2.2.2 against the criteria in SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2.2.

SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2.2 states that degradation of insulator quality due to salt deposits or surface contamination may occur in high-voltage insulators.

The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of plant-specific AMPs for plants located where there are potential salt deposits or surface contamination (e.g., in the vicinity of saltwater bodies or industrial pollution).

Loss of material due to mechanical wear caused by wind on transmission conductors may occur in high-voltage insulators.

The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of a plant-specific AMP to ensure that these aging, effects are adequately managed. In LRASection 3.6.2.2.2, the applicant stated that various airborne materials such as dust, salt, and industrial effluents can contaminate insulator surfaces.

The buildup of surface contamination is gradual and in most areas washed away by rain. The glazed insulator surface aids this contamination removal. However, a large buildup of contamination enables the conductor voltage to track along the surface more easily and can lead to insulator flashover.

Surface contamination can be a problem in areas where there are greater concentrations of airborne particles such as in the vicinity of facilities that discharge soot or near the sea coast where salt spray is prevalent.

The applicant further stated that IP is not located near a sea coast where salt spray is prevalent, nor is IP located near a facility that discharges heavy pollutants.

The applicant also stated that plant operating experience has not identified any issues associated with the buildup of surface contamination on the high-voltage insulators.

Since IP is not located near sources of industrial pollution or near the sea coast and the applicant's plant-specific operating experience has identified no issues associated with degradation of insulators, the staff finds that degradation of insulators due to salt deposit or surface contamination is not an applicable aging effect requiring management for high-voltage insulators at IP. In the LRA, the applicant stated that mechanical wear is a potential aging effect for strain and suspension insulators subject to movement.

Although this mechanism is possible, industry experience has shown that overhead transmission conductors do not normally swing. When subjected to a substantial wind, movement will subside after a short period. The applicant further stated that a review of IP operating experience determined that wear has not been apparent during routine inspection.

Loss of material due to wear is not significant and will not cause a loss of intended function ofthe insulators.

The staff noted that although loss of material of insulators due to mechanical wear is possible, experience has shown that the transmission conductors do not normally swing significantly.

When they do swing as the result of a substantial wind, they do not continue to swing for very long after the wind has subsided.

Design and installation typically consider wind loading that can cause a transmission line and insulators to sway. The staff also noted that the applicant's routine inspections have not identified any loss of material of insulators due to mechanical wear. In addition, since the transmission conductors within the scope of license renewal at IP typically cover short spans, the surface areas exposed to wind loads are not significant.

Therefore; the staff determines that the loss of material due to wear is not considered an aging effect that will cause a loss of intended function of the insulators at IP. 3-553 OAGI0001368 00851 The staff finds that the applicant has addressed the potential degradation of insulator quality due to salt deposit or surface contamination and loss of materials due to mechanical wear. Based on the preceding technical justification, the staff concludes that the SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2.2 criterion does not apply. 3.6.2.2.3 Loss of Material Due to Wind-Induced Abrasion and Fatigue, Loss of Conductor Strength Due to Corrosion, and Increased Resistance of Connection Due to Oxidation or Loss of Preload The staff reviewed LRA Section 3.6.2.2.3 against the criteria in SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2.3.

SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2.3 states that loss of material due to wind-induced abrasion and fatigue, loss of conductor strength due to corrosion, and increased resistance of connection due to oxidation or loss of preload may occur in transmission conductors and connections and in switchyard bus and connections.

The GALL Report recommends further evaluation of a plant-specific AMP to ensure that these aging effects are adequately managed. SER Section 3.6.2.2.2 addresses the staff's review of loss of material due to wind-induced abrasion and fatigue for insulators.

The applicant stated in LRA Section 3.6.2.2.3 that the IP overhead transmission conductors subject to AMR are bounded by the Ontario Hydroelectric test population.

The IP overhead transmission conductors have an ultimate strength margin greater than that of the Ontario Hydroelectric test cables after 80 years of service. The applicant also stated that the installation configuration at IP is representative of the tested samples, so the conclusions in the Ontario Hydro Study are valid for IP. However, the applicant did not provide information to substantiate the conclusion that the Ontario Hydroelectric Study is valid for IP. During the audit, the staff asked the applicant to explain in detail how the test conducted by Ontario Hydroelectric is valid for its plant (Audit Item 265). In a letter dated December 18, 2007, the applicant responded that corrosion in aluminum core steel-reinforced (ACSR) conductors is a very slow-acting mechanism and the corrosion rates depend on air quality, which includes suspended particles chemistry, sulfur dioxide (S0 2) concentration in air, precipitation, fog, chemistry, and meteorological conditions.

Air quality in rural areas generally contains low concentrations of suspended particles and S0 2 , which keeps the corrosion rate to a minimum. Although IP is located near urban areas, the applicant stated that there are no other industries in the immediate area. The applicant also stated that tests performed by Ontario Hydroelectric showed a 30 percent loss of an 80-year-old ACSR conductor due to corrosion.

The IP transmission conductors for the 138-kV offsite power recovery are 1172-MCM aluminum conductor aluminum-reinforced (AGAR) 30/7 or 18/19 overhead transmission conductors.

The Ontario Hydroelectric test did not include this specific conductor type, but these types are bounded because of the conductor size, configuration, and support strand material.

The applicant further stated that the IP transmission cables have aluminum reinforcing strands, so the Ontario Hydroelectric ACSR transmission cables would bound the corrosion.

The staff reviewed the testing program performed by Ontario Hydroelectric to determine whether IP transmission conductors have adequate design margin. The study found that an 80-year-old ACSR conductor lost about 30 percent of conductor strength due to corrosion.

A transmission conductor is replaced when it reaches a set percentage of composite conductor 3-554 OAGI0001368 00852 strength.

The National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requires that tension on installed conductors be a maximum of 60 percent of the ultimate conductor strength.

The NESC also sets the maximum tension that a conductor must be designed to withstand under heavy load requirements, which consider ice, wind, and temperature.

The staff reviewed the requirements for the specific conductors included in the AMR at IP. The conductors with the smallest ultimate strength margin (4/0 ACSR) will be used to illustrate this strength margin. The ultimate strength and the NESC heavy load tension requirements of 4/0 (212 MCM) ACSR are 8350 pounds {lb) and 2761 lb, respectively.

This heavy load tension is 33 percent of the ultimate strength (2761 lb/8350 lb), which is within the 60 percent requirement.

The margin between the NESC heavy load and the ultimate strength is 5589 lb; this is 67 percent of the ultimate strength , margin. The Ontario Hydroelectric Study showed that an 80-year-old conductor lost 30 percent of composite conductor strength due to corrosion.

In the case of the 4/0 ACSR transmission conductors, a 30 percent loss of ultimate strength would mean that there would still be an ultimate strength margin of 37 percent between the NESC requirement and the actual conductor strength.

The 4/0 ACSR conductors have the lowest initial design margin among the transmission conductors included in the NESC. The IP transmission conductors are ACAR, so the corrosion would be less than that found in the Ontario Hydroelectric ACSR transmission conductors.

The transmission conductors at IP2 and IP3 are 1172-MCM ACAR, which are bigger than the 212-MCM conductors as illustrated.

This shows that transmission conductors at IP will have ample strength through the period of extended operation.

In LRA Section 3.6.2.2.3, the applicant stated that the design of the transmission conductor bolted connections at IP precludes torque relaxation and corrosion, and the plant-specific operating experience has not identified any failures of switchyard connection due to aging. The type of bolting plate and the use of Belleville washers are the industry standard to preclude torque relaxation.

IP design incorporates the use of Belleville washers on bolted electrical connections of dissimilar metals to compensate for temperature changes, maintain the proper torque, and prevent loosening.

This method of assembly is consistent with the good bolting practices recommended by industry guidelines (EPRI TR-104213, "Bolted Joint Maintenance

& Application Guide," issued December 1995). Before tightening of the connection, the bolted connections and washers are coated with an antioxidant compound (a grease-type sealant) to prevent the formation of oxides on the metal surface and to prevent moisture from entering the connection, thus reducing the chances of cerrosion.

The applicant stated that operating experience shows that this method of installation provides a corrosion-resistant, resistance connection.

In addition, the applicant stated that the transmission connections are included in the infrared predictive maintenance of the 138-kV switchyard, which verifies the effectiveness of the connection design and installation practices.

The infrared predictive maintenance is performed at least once every year. The applicant also stated that aluminum bus exposed to the service conditions of the switchyards does not experience any appreciable aging effects except minor oxidation, which does not impact the ability of the switchyard bus to perform its intended functions.

In addition, the applicant stated that connection surface oxidation and loosening of bolted connections for aluminum switchyard bus are not applicable, since the switchyard bus connections are welded connections.

However, the flexible conductors, which are welded to the switchyard bus, are bolted to the other switchyard components.

The infrared predictive maintenance also includes these switchyard component connections.

The staff noted that connections to the switchyard bus are welded. However, the conductor connections are generally of the bolted category.

Components in the switch yard are exposed to 3-555 OAGI0001368 00853 precipitation.

Connection materials exposed to the service conditions of the switchyard do not experience any appreciable aging effects except minor oxidation of the exterior surfaces, which does not impact the ability of the switchyard bus to perform its intended function.

The staff also noted that preload of bolted switchyard bus connections is maintained by the appropriate design and the use of lock and Belleville washers that absorb vibration and prevent loss of preload. Using an antioxidant compound (a grease-type sealant) before tightening the connection prevents the formation of oxides on the metal surface and prevents moisture from entering the connection, thus reducing the chances of corrosion.

Industry operating experience shows that this method of installation provides a corrosion-resistance connection of low electrical resistance.

The applicant stated that the connections at the switchyard are periodically evaluated via thermography as part of preventive maintenance.

The staff concludes that the applicant has adequately addressed the aging mechanism of increased resistance of connections due to oxidation or loss of preload because the method of assembly is in accordance with EPRI TR-1 04213 recommendations which is consistent with the GALL Report; conductor bolted connections are subject to periodic thermography; and no adverse operating experience conditions exist at IP. For those items that apply to LRA Section 3.6.2.2.3, the staff determined that the applicant has addressed loss of material, loss of conductor strength, and increased resistance connections or loss of preload. The staff concludes that the applicant has met the criteria of SRP-LR Section 3.6.2.2.3 3.6.2.2.4 Quality Assurance for Aging Management of Nonsafety-Related Components SER Section 3.0.4 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's QA program. 3.6.2.3 AMR Results Not Consistent with or Not Addressed in the GALL Report In LRA Table 3.6.2-1, the staff reviewed additional details of the AMR results for material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not consistent with or not addressed in the GALL Report. In LRA Table 3.6.2-1, the applicant indicated via Notes F through J that the combination of component type, material, environment, and AERM does not correspond to a line item in the GALL Report. The applicant provided further information about how it will manage the aging effects. Specifically, Note F indicates that the material for the AMR line item component is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note G indicates that the environment for the AMR line item component and material is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note H indicates that the aging effect for the AMR line item component, material, and environment combination is not evaluated in the GALL Report. Note I indicates that the aging effect identified in the GALL Report for the line item component, material, and environment combination is not applicable.

Note J indicates that neither the component nor the material and environment combination for the line item is evaluated in the GALL Report. For component type, material, and environment combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report, the staff reviewed the applicant's evaluation to determine whether the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.

The staff's evaluation is documented in the following sections.

3-556 OAGI0001368 00854 3.6.2.3.1 Electrical and I&C Components-Summary of Aging Management LRA Tables 3.6.1 and 3.6.2-1 The staff reviewed LRA Table 3.6.2-1, which summarizes the results of AMR evaluations for the electrical and I&C system component groups. In LRA Table 3.6.1, under Item 3.6.1-1 0, "Metal enclosed bus-Enclosure assemblies," the applicant stated that an AMR is not required for enclosure elastomers because they are consumables.

Consumables are considered short-lived or periodically replaced.

However, the staff noted that the GALL Report, Volume 2, Item VI.A-12, identifies elastomers as a commodity type that requires an AMP. Therefore, by letter dated April 29, 2008, in RAJ 3.6.2.3-1, the staff asked the applicant to confirm that for the in-scope metal-enclosed buses, there are no other elastomers or gaskets other than the access door gaskets. For access door elastomers, the staff requested that the applicant provide a technical justification of the exclusion of these components from an AMR. In a letter dated May 28, 2008, the applicant stated that based on site documents, the in-scope 6.9-kV and the 480-volt (V) metal-enclosed buses do not contain elastomers, except for the gaskets that provide a seal around the edge of the access covers. The applicant further stated that during the period of extended operation, the access cover gasket will be replaced periodically in conjunction with preventive maintenance inspections.

Since the access cover is replaced based on a specified time period, it is not subject to an AMR per 10 CFR 54.21(a)(1)(ii).

The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because, based on site documents, the in-scope 6.9-kV and the 480-V metal-enclosed buses do not contain elastomers, except for the gaskets that provide a seal around the edge of the access covers. During the period of extended operation, the access cover gasket will be replaced periodically in conjunction with preventive maintenance inspections.

Since the access cover gasket is replaced based on a specified time period, it is not subject to AMR per 10 CFR 54.21(8)(1

)(ii). High-Voltage Power Cables In LRA Table 3.6.2-1, the applicant stated that IP2 138-kV direct burial insulated transmission cables (passive electrical for station blackout recovery) have no aging effects requiring management.

The applicant indicated (by Note J) for material, environment, aging effect, and AMP that neither the component nor the material and environment combination is evaluated in the GALL Report for meeting the component's intended electrical function.

The plant-specific Note 602 for this item in LRA Table 3.6.2-1 states that it is not subject to water treeing, since it is designed for continuously wet conditions.

'Industry and plant operating experience has not provided any information on failures of this type of cable. In addition, in its December 18, 2007, response to the NRC Audit Item 266 concerning the qualification of this cable for continuous submerged condition, the applicant stated that the aging effects caused by moisture and voltage stress are not applicable to this cable because the lead sheath prevents moisture intrusion.

Pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3), the applicant must demonstrate that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.

Therefore, by letter dated May 28, 2008, in RAI 3.6.2.3-2, the staff requested that the applicant explain why an AMP is not required to manage the potential loss of dielectric strength leading to reduced insulation resistance and electrical failure due to aging mechanisms such as moisture and water intrusion, water treeing, 3-557 OAGI0001368 00855 elevated operating temperature, voltage stress, and galvanic corrosion.

The staff also asked the applicant to provide details of the purchase specification and testing requirements of cables and to explain how the aging effects are managed for pot assemblies (termination ends of the cables). In its response, dated June 26, 2008, the applicant provided its technical justification of why an AMP is not required to manage the potential loss of dielectric strength leading to reduced insulation resistance and electrical failure of the cables and its termination ends (pot assemblies).

The applicant provided the following technical basis to show that the cables and their terminations are not susceptible to the aging effects caused by moisture intrusion, water treeing, elevated operating temperature, voltage stress, and galvanic corrosion because of the design features of cables:

  • The main components of the IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cables are an extruded 0.125-inch polyethylene (PE) jacket, a 0.125-inch lead sheath, copper woven fabric expanding (swellable) tape, an extruded insulation shield, cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation, an extruded conductor shield, and a compacted 750-MCM copper conductor.

Radial water sealing is achieved by the corrosion-resistant lead sheath, and longitudinal water sealing is achieved with a water swelling material under the lead sheath. The IP2 cables are installed in a duct bank within the Buchanan substation.

These cables are not installed in a continuously wet condition, but it is assumed that the cables are exposed to significant moisture (they are wet for more than a few days). Since the lead sheath prevents moisture intrusion into the XLPE insulation of the cables, the insulation will not develop water trees. There are no aging effects due to aging mechanisms such as moisture and water intrusion or water treeing. Since there are no aging effects, an AMP is not required.

In addition, the design of the circuit precludes voltage stress that is not associated with moisture intrusion.

  • Based on the plant drawing, the construction of the IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cables is the same as that of a submarine cable without the layer of armor wires and its associated anticorrosion barrier. Therefore, the IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cable is comparable to a submarine cable for protecting the dielectric insulation from exposure to moisture.
  • The cable is designed for direct burial but is installed in an underground duct bank. The purchase specification for the cable required that the cable and joint design be impervious to both water and hydrocarbon-based liquids, so that neither water nor hydrocarbon-based liquids will have any deleterious effect on any part of the cable or joints.
  • The cable design accounts for voltage stress caused by switching transients.

The maximum operational voltage is 145 kV, and the cable rating is 245 kV. The minimum impulse withstand voltage for this cable is 815 kV, and the basic impulse level (BIL) rating is 650 kV. Since the cable rating is higher than the operational voltage and the minimum impulse withstand voltage is higher than the BIL rating, voltage stress will not create aging effects requiring management.

  • The purchase specification required the solid dielectric cable system to meet the Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC) Specification CS7, "Specification 3-558 OAGI0001368 00856 for Crosslinked Polyethylene Insulated Shielded Power Cables Rated 69-138 kV." The cable purchase specification required that the cable be supplied with a moisture barrier, which was a metallic (lead) sheath, and longitudinal water sealing with a water swelling material under the lead sheath. AEIC CS7 required the items to pass an initial potential proof test. The cable was tested at the manufacturing plant using 60-hertz alternating current voltage. The shielded cables were required to meet the corona extinction level voltage. The shielded cables were to be free of partial discharge at voltages well above operating voltages.

The specifications and installation procedures specified receipt inspection and post-installation testing. In addition to these factory tests, the plant modification process required a direct current high-potential test after installation.

The cable passed the AEIC CS7-87 test specifications.

The conductor and the insulation have an extruded shield. The lead sheath is not in direct contact with another conducting material.

Therefore, the potential galvanic corrosion associated with a submarine cable between the extruded lead sheath and the copper armor wires is not applicable to the IP2 cable, since there is not a layer of armor wires. Therefore, galvanic corrosion .of the cable will not create aging effects requiring management.

  • The IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cable rating based on temperature considerations and installation method (including conductor configuration) is 575 amps continuous.

The worst-case continuous load is about 330 amps. The worst-case continuous load is less than 60 percent of the rating of the cable, so ample design margin exists. Based on the available design margin, elevated operating temperature will not result in aging effects requiring management.

  • The current maintenance program for the IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cable performed by IP2 includes a walkdown of the IP2 138-kV offsite power feeder from the IP2 station auxiliary transformer to the Buchanan substation breakers.

This walkdown includes inspection of the accessible portions of the 138-kV solid dielectric underground transmission cable. No periodic tests are performed under the IP2 maintenance program; however, IP2 continuously monitors these cables for voltage and load.

  • Manufacturing defects or damage caused by shipping and installation are possible mechanisms contributing to water treeing and insulation breakdown; however, these are event-driven mechanisms not related to aging. Receipt inspections and post-installation testing minimize these conditions.

These events result in premature failures, but the IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cable, which was installed in late 1994, has experienced no such failures.

The EPRI electrical handbook and Section XI.E3 of the GALL Report state that continuous wetting and continuous energization are not significant concerns for submarine cables, and the IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cable has the same features as a submarine cable for preventing moisture intrusion.

Therefore, no aging effects associated with moisture and voltage stress require management during the period of extended operation.

  • The IP2 138-kV solid dielectric transmission cable has oil-filled pothead connections on each end. The potheads are sealed and filled with oil pressurized with a local nitrogen 3-559 OAGI0001368 00857 tank. A pressure switch that alarms in the Buchanan substation control room continuously monitors the pressure of the oil. The Buchanan substation control room alarm re-flashes in the IP2 control room. The oil in the pothead prevents moisture and oxygen intrusion into the connection but does not contribute to the BIL rating for the pothead, nor does the oil provide insulation for the connection.

Therefore, the oil does not require a specific dielectric strength to support the connection's intended function.

Because the oil prevents moisture and oxygen intrusion, corrosion of this connection is not an applicable aging mechanism.

Furthermore, the applicant performs routine maintenance which entails periodic visual inspections of the potheads including the seals between the pothead and the 138-kV solid dielectric cables and between the pothead and the nitrogen connections.

The applicant performs visual inspections of the potheads at least once per year. This visual inspection, combined with continuous monitoring, ensures the maintenance of an environment that precludes aging due to moisture and oxygen. Based on review of the above information, the staff agrees that the IP2 138-kV XLPE cables have design features to prevent the potential loss of dielectric strength leading to reduced insulation resistance and electrical failure. However, the staff does not agree with the applicant's assessment that the IP2 cables do not require an AMP to manage the potential aging mechanism as discussed above during the period of extended operation.

The staff notes that, as specified in GALL AMP XI.E3, Inaccessible Medium-Voltage Cables Not Subject to 10 CFR 50.49 Environmental Qualification Requirements Program, operating experience has shown that XLPE or high-molecular-weight polyethylene insulation materials are most susceptible to water tree formation.

The formation and growth of water trees vary directly with operating voltage. These cables are installed in an environment where the cables could be submerged and/or in wet conditions.

The staff noted that IP2 neither has an existing program to inspect and remove water from the duct bank nor has proposed any such program for the period of extended operation.

The applicant's response to Generic Letter 2007-01, "Inaccessible or Underground Power Cable Failures that Disable Accident Mitigation Systems or Cause Plant Transients," dated May 7, 2007 (ADAMS Accession number ML07135041 0), indicates that there were two 600-V cable failures that had lead jackets which were installed in a wet environment.

For one of the table entries, the applicant lists the contributing cause to the degradation of the cable as submergence of cable for an extended period of time. In addition, the staff noted that licensees have reported several XLPE cable failures (shielded and non-shielded) in 5-kV, 8-kV, 15-kV, and 35-kV applications.

Cable failures have a variety of causes, including exposure to electrical transients or aging effects caused by moisture intrusion and water treeing due to adverse abnormal environmental conditions during operation.

Contributing causes, such as manufacturing defects or damage caused by shipping and installation, could initiate the aging effects. The likelihood of failure from any of these causes increases over time as the cable insulation degrades.

The staff determined that IP2 cable life depends on the dielectric properties and that the applicant needs to address how it plans to monitor the degradation and manage the aging effects during the period of extended operation.

In addition, neither the vendor nor the applicant has established any qualified life for these cables. 3-560 OAGI0001368 00858 To address the.staff's concern, the applicant stated that it would revise its aging management evaluations in an amendment to the LRA. In a letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to state that LRA Sections A.2.1.28 and 6.1.29 were modified to add the 138-kV underground transmission cable, which is part of the Unit 2 offsite power path, to the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The routine maintenance will include vendor-recommended testing and inspections as stated in the amended text for LRA Sections A.2.2.28 and 8.1.29. SER Section 3.0.3.3.7 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance Program. The staff's concerns identified in RAI 3.6.2.3-2 are resolved because the applicant has established .an AMP to manage the potential loss of dielectric strength leading to reduced insulation resistance and electrical failure of the cables and its termination ends. On the basis of its review, the staff finds that the applicant has appropriately evaluated the AMR results of material, environment, AERM, and AMP combinations not evaluated in the GALL Report. The staff finds that the applicant has demonstrated that the effects of aging will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.6.3 Conclusion The staff concludes that the applicant has provided sufficient information to demonstrate that the effects of aging for the electrical and I&C system components within the scope of license renewal and subject to an AMR will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation.

as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

3.7 Conclusion for Aging Management Review Results The staff reviewed the information in LRA Section 3, "Aging Management Review Results," and LRA Appendix B, "Aging Management Programs and Activities." On the basis of its review of the AMR results and AMPs, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the aging effects will be adequately managed so that the intended functions will be maintained consistent with the CLB for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3).

The staff also reviewed the applicable UFSAR supplement program summaries and concludes that the supplement adequately describes the AMPs credited for managing aging, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

With regard to these matters, the staff concludes that there is reasonable assurance that the applicant will continue to conduct the activities authorized by the renewed licenses will continue to be conducted in accordance with the CLB, and any changes made to the CLB, in order to comply with 10 CFR 54.21(a)(3), are in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and NRC regulations.

3-561 OAGI0001368 00859 OAGI0001368 00860 SECTION 4 TIME-LIMITED AGING ANALYSES 4.1 Identification of Time-Limited Aging Analyses This section of the safety evaluation report (SER) addresses the identification of time-limited aging analyses (TLAAs). In Sections 4.2 through 4.7 of the license renewal application (LRA), Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant) addressed the TLMs for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3). SER Sections 4.2 through 4.8 document the review of the TLAAs conducted by the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC or the staff). TLMs are certain plant-specific safety analyses that involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term. Pursuant to Title 10, Section 54.21 (c)(1 ), of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)), applicants*must list TLAAs as defined in 10 CFR 54.3, "Definitions." In addition, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), applicants must list plant-specific exemptions granted under 10 CFR 50.12, "Specific Exemptions," based on TLAAs. For any such exemptions, the applicant must evaluate and justify the continuation of the exemptions for the period of extended operation.

4.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application To identify the the applicant evaluated calculations for IP2 and IP3 against the six criteria specified in 10 CFR 54.3. The applicant indicated that it has identified the calculations that met the six criteria by searching the current licensing basis (CLB). The CLB includes the updated final safety analysis report (UFSAR), technical specifications, the technical requirements manual, fire protection program documents, NRC safety evaluation reports, licensing correspondence, and applicable vendor reports. In LRA Table 4.1-1, "List of IP2 TLM and Resolution," and LRA Table 4.1-2, "List of IP3 TLAA and Resolution," the applicant listed the following applicable TLMs:

  • reactor vessel (RV) neutron embrittlement analyses
  • metal fatigue analyses
  • environmental qualification (EQ) analyses of electrical equipment
  • concrete containment tendon prestress analyses

As defined in 10 CFR 54.3, TLAAs meet the following six criteria:

(1) involve systems, structures, and components within the scope of license renewal, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.4(a) (2) consider the effects of aging (3) involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term (40 years) ( 4) are determined to be relevant by the applicant in making a safety determination (5) involve conclusions, or provide the basis for conclusions, related to the capability of the system, structure, and component to perform its intended functions, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.4(b) (6) are contained or incorporated by reference in the CLB The applicant reviewed the list of common TLAAs in "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants" (SRP-LR), issued September 2005. The applicant listed TLAAs applicable to IP2 and IP3 in LRA Tables 4.1-1 and 4.1-2. As required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), the applicant must list all exemptions granted in accordance with 10 CFR 50.12, based on TLAAs, and evaluated and justified for continuation through the period of extended operation.

The LRA states that each active exemption was reviewed to determine whether it was based on a TLAA. The applicant did not identify any TLAA-based exemptions.

Based on the information provided by the applicant regarding the results of the applicant's search of the CLB to identify these exemptions, the staff has determined, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), that there are no TLAA-based exemptions which have been justified for continuation through the period of extended operation.

4.1.3 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has provided an acceptable list of TLMs, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

}, and that no exemptions have been granted on the basis of a TLAA for which continuation has been justified during the period of extended operation as specified in 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2).

4.2 Reactor Vessel Neutron Embrittlement The regulations governing RV integrity are in 10 CFR Part 50, "Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities." As required by 10 CFR 50.60, "Acceptance Criteria for Fracture Prevention Measures for Lightwater Nuclear Power Reactors for Normal Operation," all light-water reactors meet the fracture toughness, pressure-temperature (P-T} limits, and material surveillance program requirements for the reactor coolant pressure boundary pursuant to Appendices G, "Fracture Toughness Requirements," and H, "Reactor Vessel Material 4-2 OAGI0001368 00862 Surveillance Program Requirements," to 10 CFR Part 50. In addition, 10 CFR 50.61, "Fracture Toughness Requirements for Protection against Pressurized Thermal Shock Events," requires that all pressurized-water nuclear power reactors meet specific screening criteria for protection against RV failure from pressurized thermal shock (PTS) events. The applicant's CLB analyses of RV fracture toughness reduction for 40 years are TLAAs. A summary of the RV neutron embrittlement TLAA for each unit follows. Forty-eight effective full-power years (EFPY) are projected for the end of the period of extended operation (60 years) based on actual capacity factors from the start of commercial operation until 2005 and on a projected average capacity factor of 95 percent from 2005 until the end of the period of extended operation.

4.2.1 Reactor Vessel Fluence 4.2.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.1 summarizes the evaluation of RV neutron fluence for the period of extended operation, projecting neutron exposure levels for the RVs for an operating period extending to 48 EFPYs. These calculations utilized discrete ordinates (Sn) transport analysis to determine the neutron radiation environment within the RV and the surveillance capsules.

The IP2 evaluation calculated plant-and fuel-cycle-specific exposure parameters of fast neutron fluence (E > 1.0 million electron volts (MeV)) and iron atom displacements for the first 16 reactor operating cycles (1973-2004).

The fuel cycle designs analyzed in these calculations have been implemented.

The calculations also included analyses for three other cycle designs created as part of the 2003 stretch power up rate study; therefore, the 48-EFPY projections included the effects of stretch power uprate. The projected 48-EFPY peak beltline neutron fluence level of 1.906x10 19 neutrons per square centimeter (n/cm 2)(at the 45-degree azimuth position) is for all beltline materials except axial welds, which are located at 0-, 15-, and 30-degree azimuth positions.

The maximum projected 48-EFPY peak fluence level for the beltline axial welds is 1.295x1 0 19 n/cm 2 at the 30-degree azimuth position.

The one-fourth of the way through the vessel wall (Y..T) neutron fluence level was determined by applying Equation (3) of Regulatory Guide (RG) 1.99, Revision 2, "Radiation Embrittlement of Reactor Vessel Materials," issued May 1988, to an RV thickness of 8.625 inches, yielding a neutron fluence of 7.72x10 18 n/cm 2 for beltline axial welds and 1.136x10 19 n/cm 2 for all other beltline materials.

The IP3 evaluation calculated plant-and fuel-cycle-specific exposure parameters of fast neutron fluence (E > 1.0 MeV) and iron atom displacements for the first 13 reactor operating cycles ( 1976-2005).

The fuel cycle designs analyzed in these calculations have been implemented.

The calculations also included analyses for three other cycle designs created as parts of the 2003 stretch power uprate study; therefore, the 48-EFPY projections include the effects of the stretch power uprate. The projected 48-EFPY peak beltline neutron fluence level of 1.560x10 19 n/cm 2 (at the 45-degree azimuth position) is for all beltline materials including axial welds. The /'4T neutron fluence level was determined by applying RG 1.99, Revision 2, Equation (3) to an RV thickness of 8.625 inches, yielding a neutron fluence of 9.298x10 18 n/cm 2.

  • 4-3 OAGI0001368 00863 4.2.1.2 Staff Evaluation Neutron Fluence for RV Surveillance Capsules.

The staff reviewed the applicant's evaluations of the RV surveillance capsules for the materials in the RV of IP2 as described in the following reports: Westinghouse Commercial Atomic Power (WCAP)-15629, Revision 1, "Indian Point Unit 2 Heatup and Cooldown Curves for Normal Operation and PTLR Support Documentation"

  • WCAP-16251, "Analysis of Capsule X from Entergy's Indian Point Unit 3 Reactor Vessel Radiation Surveillance Program"
  • WCAP-15805, "Analysis of Capsule X from the Carolina Power and Light Company H.B. Robinson Unit 2 Reactor Vessel Radiation Surveillance Program" WCAP-15629, Revision 1, is contained in a January 11, 2002, letter from Entergy. WCAP-16251 is contained in a July 29, 2004, letter from Entergy. WCAP-15805 is contained in an April 25, 2002, letter from Carolina Power and Light Company. WCAP-16251, Section 6; WCAP-15805, Section 6; and WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Appendix B, describe the methodology used for determining the neutron fluence for the surveillance capsules.

The staff finds that the methodology documented in WCAP-16251, Section 6; WCAP-15805, Section 6; and WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Appendix B, is acceptable because ( 1) it has been extensively benchmarked as described in WCAP-15557, "Qualification of Westinghouse Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence Evaluation Methodology";

(2) it adheres to the guidance in RG 1.190, "Calculational and Dosimetry Methods for Determining Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence," issued March 2001; and (3) it uses plant-specific dosimetry results to provide additional specific validation of the generic benchmarking in WCAP-15557.

The staff reviewed the applicant's evaluations of the RV surveillance capsules for the materials in the RV of IP3 as described in report WCAP-16251.

The staff finds the methodology in WCAP-16251 acceptable as discussed above. Neutron Fluence for Reactor Vessel. In LRA Section 4.2.1, the applicant provided its peak beltline fluence level for 48 EFPY for IP2 and IP3. Since the Charpy upper-shelf energy (USE) and pressurized thermal shock (PTS) analyses utilize the neutron fluence at 48 EFPY to represent the neutron fluence for the reactor vessels at the end of the period of extended operation, the staff requested additional information regarding (a) what capacity factors and neutron flux were assumed for each unit from the last refueling outage to the end of the period of extended operation to result in 48 EFPY at the end of the period of extended operation, and why these capacity factors and neutron flux values are applicable for determining the neutron fluence for the reactor vessels at the end of the period of extended operation; and (b) how future capacity factors, neutron flux and neutron fluence values will be monitored to ensure 48 EFPY values bound the actual conditions of the reactor vessels at the end of the period of extended operation.

In its November 28, 2007 response to the request for additional information (RAI) 4.2.1-1, the applicant described the impact of plant operation on the RV neutron fluence and the method of monitoring the EFPY and neutron fluence. The applicant stated the following:

4-4 OAGI0001368 00864 Neutron flux corresponding to the licensed reactor power rating was assumed from the end of the last refueling outage through the end of the period of extended operation.

A two-year cycle (730 days}, includes a 25-day refueling outage (705 operating days). IP2 would have to operate at a capacity factor of 0.99 during the periods between refueling outages to attain 48 EFPY at the end of the period of extended operation (September 13, 2033 ). IP3 would have to operate at a capacity factor of greater than 1.0 during the periods between refueling outages to attain 48 EFPY at the end of the period of extended operation (December 15, 2035). Future neutron fluence values will be monitored to ensure 48 EFPY values bound the actual conditions of the reactor vessels in the same way current neutron fluence is monitored to ensure P-T curves remain valid. Plant service lifetime in EFPY is routinely reviewed by engineering and licensing personnel.

Additionally, accumulated reactor vessel fluence is checked on a cyclic basis as part of the core reload change package. Because of shutdowns for refueling, plant operation cannot exceed 48 EFPY.-If rated power level is increased at a future date, the associated engineering evaluations will ensure the resulting increase in flux is properly accounted for in determining the neutron fluence for the reactor vessels at the end of the period of extended operation.

During a telephone call with the applicant on December 3, 2007, the staff explained that in RAI 4.2.1-1 regarding neutron fluence and flux, the staff was asking for specific fluence and flux values and the source of those calculated values and requested that this information be provided.

In addition, the NRC staff requested that Entergy provide confirmation that the referenced source of the surveillance data satisfies the guidance Regulatory Guide 1.190, and that the surveillance data have been used in the PTS and Charpy USE analyses.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant supplemented its response to RAI 4.2.1-1, and identified the neutron fluxes assumed for all future operating cycles. However, the January 17, 2008 response did not identify the methodology for determining the neutron fluxes for the RV in IP2. In a subsequent telephone conference call held on May 7, 2008, the applicant indicated that it utilized the neutron fluence calculation methodology documented in WCAP-16157-P, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit No.2 Stretch Power Uprate NSSS and BOP Licensing Report," issued January 2004. This report references WCAP-15629, Revision 1. Since the methodology for calculating neutron fluence in WCAP-15629, Revision 1, is acceptable for the reasons specified earlier in this section, the neutron fluence calculated by the applicant for the IP2 RV is acceptable.

Similarly, since the applicant calculated the neutron fluxes for the RV in IP3 using the methodology documented in WCAP-16251, Section 6, the staff finds the fluence calculations acceptable.

The capacity factor is the ratio of the number of full-power days of operation to the number of calendar days per fuel cycle. A 2-year cycle with 705 days of full-power operation and 25 days of refueling would result in a capacity factor of 0.97. Using the neutron flux reported by the applicant, the staff confirmed that the applicant would have to exceed a capacity factor of 0.99 during future cycles to reach the neutron fluences that are reported for the RVs in IP2 and IP3 in LRA Tables 4.2-1 through 4.2-6. LRA Tables 4.2-1 and 4.2-2 provide the neutron fluences for 4-5 OAGI0001368 00865 the RV materials for the Charpy upper-shelf energy (USE) evaluations for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

LRA Tables 4.2-3 and 4.2-4 provide the neutron fluence for the PTS evaluations for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

LRA Tables 4.2-5 and 4.2-6 provide the neutron fluence for adjusted reference temperature for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

Since normal plant operation would only result in a capacity factor of 0.97 and the applicant monitors the EFPY and neutron fluence, the staff finds that the neutron fluences documented in LRA Tables 4.2-1 through 4.2-6 are acceptable for evaluating the impact of neutron radiation on RV integrity.

The staff requested that the applicant evaluate the effect of neutron fluence at the end of the period of extended operation on the IP2 and IP3 nozzle shell courses. In a letter dated September 24, 2008, the applicant determined the impact of neutron fluence on the plates, welds, and nozzle forgings in the IP2 and IP3 nozzle shell courses. The neutron fluence for the IP3 shell course was projected using the results of the IP2 analysis.

The results of the IP2 analysis are applicable to IP3 since the IP2 and IP3 vessel geometries are the same, and the applicant uses similar fuel loading patterns.

The outlet and inlet nozzle-to-shell welds were determined to have neutron fluences of less than 1x10 17 n/cm 2 (E > 1.0 MeV) at the end of the period of extended operation.

Since RG 1.99, Revision 2 indicated that neutron fluence values of less than 1x10 17 n/cm 2 (E > 1.0 MeV) do not result in significant radiation embrittlement, licensees do not need to evaluate the impact of radiation embrittlement on components whose neutron fluence is less than 1x1 0 17 n/cm (E > 1.0 MeV). In its letter dated September 24, 2008, the applicant indicated that the nozzle shell plates, nozzle shell longitudinal welds, and the nozzle-to-intermediate shell circumferential weld in the IP2 and IP3 vessels would have neutron fluence values greater than 1x1 0 17 n/cm 2 (E > 1.0 MeV) at the end of the period of extended operation.

Therefore, the applicant included these components in its Charpy USE and PTS evaluations.

The staff's evaluation of the applicant's Charpy USE evaluation of these components and of the PTS evaluation is documented in SER Sections 4.2.2.2 and 4.2.5.2, respectively.

In its September 24, 2008 letter, the applicant committed to update the neutron fluence calculations should there be changes in the fuel loadings that do not support the assumed similarities for the projection of the vessel fluences for future cycle loadings through the end of the period of extended operation (Commitment 38). This is acceptable.

4.2.1.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided an UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of RV neutron fluence in LRA Sections A.2.2.1 and A.3.2.1, as amended by letter dated June 11, 2008, and A.2.2.1.1 and A.3.2.1.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address RV neutron fluence is adequate.

4.2.1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(ii}, that, for reactor vessel neutron fluence, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4-6 OAGI0001368 00866 4.2.2 Charpy Upper*Shelf Energy 4.2.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.2 summarizes the evaluation of Charpy USE for the period of extended operation.

Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 requires the applicant to ensure that the reactor coolant pressure boundary pressure-retaining components made of ferritic materials meet American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code fracture toughness requirements, as supplemented, during system hydrostatic tests and any condition of normal operation, including anticipated operational occurrences.

For RV beltline materials, reference temperature nil ductility (RT NoT) and Charpy USE values must. account for the effects of neutron radiation, determined by consideration of the neutron fluence at the deepest point on the crack front of the flaw assumed in the analysis.

RV beltline materials must maintain Charpy USE values of no Jess than 50 foot-pounds (ft-lb) throughout the life of the vessel. RG 1.99, Revision 2, provides two methods (positions) for determining Charpy USE. Position 1 applies to material with no surveillance data available.

Position 2 applies to material with surveillance data. Position 1 determines the percent drop in Charpy USE for a stated copper content and neutron fluence by reference to RG 1.99, Revision 2, Figure 2, in accordance with RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 1.2. This percentage drop is then applied to the initial Charpy USE value to obtain the adjusted Charpy USE value. Position 2 determines the percent drop in Charpy USE by plotting the available data on Figure 2 and fitting the data with a line parallel to the predetermined lines bounding all the plotted points in accordance with Section 2.2 of RG 1.99, Revision 2. For JP2, the applicant stated that the Charpy USE values were based on the maximum projected 48-EFPY beltline fluence. The beltline region chemistry and surveillance data, including the unirradiated Charpy USE values, were from the second Reactor Vessel Integrity Database (RVID2) and clarified in WCAP-15629, Revision 1. The projected 48-EFPY peak beltline neutron fluence level at the clad-base metal interface of 1.906x1 0 19 n/cm 2 was applied to all beltline materials except the RV axial welds, where the expected peak fluence was 1.295x10 19 n/cm 2. LRA Table 4.2-1 shows the resulting projected 48-EFPY Charpy USE drop and resulting Charpy USE. One intermediate shell plate {82002-3) and one lower shell plate (82003-1) have projected USE values that fall below 50 ft-lb during the period of extended operation.

All remaining plate and weld beltline materials exceed 50 ft-lb at 48 EFPY.Section IV.A.1 of Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50, requires licensees to take action when the 50 ft-lb end-of-life (EOL) USE criterion cannot be met. The lowest projected IP2 beltline plate material USE value through the period of extended operation was 47.4 ft-lb for intermediate shell plate 82002-3. An equivalent margins analysis, described in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, "Reactor Vessel Upper-Shelf Energy Bounding Evaluation for Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactors," demonstrated that the minimum acceptable USE value for RV plate material in 4-loop plants like IP2 is 43 ft-lb. In the WCAP-13587, Revision 1, safety assessment, the staff concluded that the report demonstrated margins of safety equivalent to those of the ASME Code for beltline plate and forging materials.

The IP2 USE values were acceptable because the projected 47.4 ft-lb lowest USE level for the IP2 beltline plate material through the period of extended operation for intermediate shell plate 82002-3 was above the 43 ft-lb minimum acceptable USE value for 4-loop plants as demonstrated in WCAP-13587, Revision 1. Furthermore, these values were consistent with SRP-LR, Section 4.2.2.1.1.2, and the H.B. Robinson, Unit 2, SER, as documented in NUREG-1785, "Safety Evaluation Report 4-7 OAGI0001368 00867 Related to the License Renewal of H. B. Robinson Steam Electric Plant, Unit 2," issued March 2004. For IP3, the applicant stated that the USE values were based on the maximum projected 48 EFPY beltline fluence and the beltline region chemistry and surveillance data, including the unirradiated percent drop in Charpy USE information summarized in the RVID2 database, with the projected 48-EFPY peak beltline fluence level of 1.560x10 19 n/cm 2 at the clad-base metal interface conservatively applied to all beltline materials.

The applicant's calculation of the 48 EFPY, %T neutron fluence level of 9.298x 18 n/cm 2 was in accordance with RG 1.99, Equation (3), based on a vessel thickness of 8.625 inches. LRA Table 4.2-2 displays the resulting projected 48-EFPY Charpy USE drop and resulting

% T Charpy USE values. All plate and weld beltline materials exceed 50 ft-lb at 48 EFPYs and an equivalent margins analysis is not required.

The applicant stated that the TLAAs for USE are projected through the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(ii). 4.2.2.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.2.2 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy Evaluation.

LRA Table 4.2-3 indicates that the flRT Nor value caused by irradiation for the intermediate shell axial welds and the lower shell axial welds in IP2 were determined using surveillance data reported in WCAP-15629, Revision 1, "Indian Point Unit 2 Heatup and Cooldown Limit Curves for Normal Operation and PTLR Support Documentation." By letter dated October 29, 2007, the staff asked the applicant to provide neutron fluence values derived using a methodology that satisfies the guidance in RG 1.190, and to provide the surveillance data analysis required by 10 CFR 50.61 (c){2)(i).

By letter dated November 28, 2007, the applicant responded to the staff's RAI and stated that the fluences shown are based on the data taken before the RG 1.190 guidance was available.

Therefore, Westinghouse used the information at hand and added a 15 percent penalty for a conservative margin. Revised fluences consistent with the guidance of RG 1.190 have been . calculated by Westinghouse.

In a telephone conference call with the applicant on December 4, 2007, the staff asked that Entergy provide confirmation that the referenced source of the surveillance data satisfies Regulatory Guide 1.190, and that the surveillance data have been used in the Pressurized Thermal Shock and Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy analyses.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant provided updated surveillance data for IP2 intermediate shell plates 82002-1, 82002-2, and 82002-3. WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Table C-1, reports the updated surveillance data. As a result of these data, the applicant revised the Charpy USE value for the limiting material, plate 82002-3 (LRA Table 4.2-1 in the January 17, 2008, letter), to 48.3 ft-lb at the end of the period of extended operation.

The Charpy USE was projected using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 2.2. To maximize the accuracy of the projection, the applicant used a spreadsheet and the equations for the RG 1.99, Revision 2, curves (available in NUREG/CR-5799, "Review of Reactor Pressure Vessel Evaluation Report for Yankee Rowe Nuclear Power Station [YAEC No. 1735]," 4-8 OAGI0001368 00868 issued March 1992) to determine the percent drop in Charpy USE. The other beltline plates, 82003-1 and 82003-2, do not have surveillance data and have projected Charpy USE using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 1.2. The January 17, 2008, letter also provided an updated analysis for the Charpy USE for the intermediate shell axial welds and lower shell axial welds in IP2 at the end of the period of extended operation.

Using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 2.2, the applicant projected that these welds will have a Charpy USE value of 60.8 ft-lb at the end of the period of extended operation.

Combustion Engineering fabricated these welds using Linde 1092 flux and heat number W5214 weld wire. The IP2, IP3, and H.8. Robinson RVs all contain this weld material in their surveillance capsules.

WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Table C-1, documents the IP2 Charpy USE surveillance data. WCAP-16251-NP, Table 5-10, documents the IP3 Charpy USE surveillance data. WCAP-15805, Table 5-10, documents the H.8. Robinson Charpy USE surveillance data. The staff confirmed that the Charpy USE values reported in the applicant's January 17, 2008, letter for all beltline plates and welds in the IP2 RV were calculated in accordance with RG 1.99, Revision 2. In its January 17, 2008, response to RAI 4.2.2-1, the applicant provided updated surveillance data and analysis for IP3 intermediate shell plate 82803-3. WCAP-16251-NP, Table 5-10, documents the updated surveillance.

Using the methodology documented in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 2.2, the revised Charpy USE value for plate 82803-3 is 49.8 ft-fb at the end of the period of extended operation.

Since plate 82803-3 is projected to be below 50 ft-lb, an equivalent margins analysis is required to demonstrate that it will provide margins of safety against fracture equivalent to those required by ASME Code,Section XI, Appendix G. The other beltline plates and welds do not have surveillance data and have Charpy USE values greater than 50 ft-lb at the end of the period of extended operation.

Since there are no surveillance data for these plates and welds, the Charpy USE is projected using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 1.2. The staff confirmed that the Charpy USE values reported in the applicant's January 17, 2008, letter for aiiiP3 RV beltline plates and welds were calculated in accordance with RG 1.99, Revision 2. In a letter dated September 24, 2008, the applicant stated that the Charpy USE values for the nozzle shell plates, nozzle-to-shell longitudinal welds, and the nozzle-to-intermediate shell circumferential weld in the IP2 and IP3 vessels would be greater than 50 ft-lb at the end of the period of extended operation.

These values were determined using the methodology documented in RG 1. 99, Revision 2. Since the Charpy USE values are greater than 50 ft-lb, an equivalent margins analysis is not required and these components meet the requirements of Section IV.A.1.a of Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 for Charpy USE. Equivalent Margins Analyses.

Section IV.A.1.a of Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 requires that RV beltline materials have Charpy USE values in the transverse direction for base metal and along the weld for weld metal of no less than 50 ft-lb throughout the life of the RV, unless it is demonstrated in a manner approved by the Director, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, that lower values of Charpy USE will provide margins of safety against fracture equivalent to those required by ASME Code,Section XI, Appendix G. In its January 17, 2008 letter, the applicant indicated that the analysis performed in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, demonstrated that the minimum acceptable Charpy USE value for RV plate material in 4-loop plants such as IP2 and IP3 is 43ft-lb. The applicant asserted that IP2 and IP3 RVs were acceptable because the lowest Charpy USE values at the end of the period of extended operation in these RVs 4-9 OAGI0001368 00869 (48.3 ft-lb for IP2 and 49.8 ft-lb for IP3) are greater than the 43 ft-lb minimum acceptable Charpy USE for 4-loop plants determined in WCAP-13587, Revision 1. The applicant submitted WCAP-13587, Revision 1, for staff review and approval to demonstrate through fracture mechanics analyses that margins of safety against fracture exist that are equivalent to those required by ASME Code,Section XI, Appendix G, for beltline materials having Charpy USE values below the 50 ft-lb screening limit as required by 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G, Section IV.A.1.a.

The analysis in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, establishes a minimum acceptable Charpy USE value of 43 ft-lb for RVs in 4-loop Westinghouse designed plants. The staff reviewed WCAP-13587, Revision 1, in a safety assessment included in a letter dated April 21, 1994, to W.H. Rasin of the Nuclear Management and Resources Council. The staff concluded that the methodology employed in the report was consistent with the guidelines in ASME Code Case N-512, "Assessment of Reactor Vessels with Low Upper-Shelf Charpy Impact Energy Levels," and draft RG, DG-1023, "Evaluation of Reactor Pressure Vessels with Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy Less than 50 Ft-Lb," issued September 1993, and that the report demonstrates the margins of safety equivalent to those of the ASME Code. ASME Code Case N-512 provides criteria for demonstrating that RVs with Charpy USE values of less than 50 ft-lb have margins of safety against fracture equivalent to those required by ASME Code,Section XI, Appendix G. ASME Code Case N-512 requires that flaws be postulated in the RV at locations of predicted low Charpy USE and that the applied J-integral (Japptied) for these flaws be calculated and compared with the J-integral (Jmateriat) fracture resistance of the material.

The applicant calculated Japptied for generic ASME Code Service Loading A, B, C, and D conditions and generic RV shell geometry.

The was calculated using J-R data for the RV materials.

The staff's safety assessment for WCAP-13587, Revision 1 indicated that licensees must confirm that the bounding plate used in the report has a lower J-R curve than any beltline material in their RV. This safety assessment indicated that the J-R curve data proposed in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, for A533 Grade B plate and A302 Grade B modified (with nickel added) base materials were acceptable.

To demonstrate that the analyses in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, were applicable to IP2 and IP3,. the staff, in RAI 4.2.2-2 dated October 29, 2007, requested that the applicant compare (1) the plate materials in the IP2 and IP3 RVs to the plate materials evaluated in WCAP-13587; Revision 1, (2) the RV shell geometry (wall thickness and inner radius) of the IP2 and IP3 RVs to the geometry used in the Westinghouse 4-loop analysis in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, and (3) the ASME Code Service Loading A, B, C, and D conditions for IP2 and IP3 to the ASME Code Service Loading A, B, C, and D conditions evaluated in WCAP-13587, Revision 1. The comparison of the RV geometry and transient conditions provides the basis for determining that the applied driving force (Japptied) in the WCAP-13587, Revision 1, analysis is applicable to the IP2 and IP3 RVs. The applicant's response to RAI 4.2.2-2 indicated (1) that the IP2 RV beltline plate material was SA-302, Grade B modified (ASME Code Case 1339); (2) that the inside diameter was the same as that used in the WCAP-13587, Revision 1, analyses and the nominal wall thickness (8.625 inches) for the IP2 RV is greater than the values used in the WCAP-13587, Revision 1, analyses; (3) the cooldown rate for the IP2 RV (note: Technical Specification Figure 3.4.3-2, License Amendment No. 238, limits the maximum cooldown rate for IP2 to 100 oFahrenheit per hour (°F/hr)) which is the same cooldown rate (100 °F/hr) used to evaluate ASME Code Service Loading A and B conditions that was evaluated in WCAP-13587, Revision 1; and ( 4) the 4-10 OAGI0001368 00870 analyses in Chapter 14 of the final safety analysis report for IP2 are bounded by the conditions for the ASME Code Service Loading C and D conditions (small steamline break for Loading C condition and large steam line break for Loading D condition) that were evaluated in WCAP-13587, Revision 1. Based upon the above comparison, the applicant indicated that the evaluation provided in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, is applicable to the IP2 RV. The applicant provided a similar analysis for the IP3 RV in a response to RAJ 4.2.2-2 in a letter dated June 11, 2008, although the June 11, 2008, response does not discuss the materials in the IP3 RV. In subsequent phone calls, on July 8 and 11, 2008, the applicant confirmed that the plate materials in IP3 meet the same ASME Code case and Combustion Engineering specification as those in IP2, and that WCAP-13587, Revision 1, is applicable to the plate materials in IP3. Since the applicant projected that (1) limiting plates 82002-3 in the IP2 RV and 82803-3 in the IP3 RV would have greater Charpy USE values (48.3 ft-lb and 49.8 ft-lb, respectively) at the end of the period of extended operation than the minimum acceptable Charpy USE value (43 ft-lb) in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, for RVs in 4-loop Westinghouse-designed plants; and (2) the evaluation provided in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, is applicable to the IP2 RV and the IP3 RV, the applicant has demonstrated that the staff's conclusions in its safety evaluation for WCAP-13587, Revision 1, are applicable to the IP2 and IP3 RVs. Regulatory Guide 1.161, "Evaluation of Reactor Pressure Vessels with Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy Less Than 50 Ft-Lb," issued June 1995, supersedes DG-1023. In addition, 10 CFR 50.55a(b)(2}, "Codes and Standards," approves the use of the 2001 Edition through the 2003 addenda of Section XI of the ASME Code. This edition and addenda of the ASME Code contains criteria for evaluating RVs with low Charpy USE values. Specifically, Appendix K, "Assessment of Reactor Vessels with Low Upper Shelf Charpy Impact Energy Levels," to Section XI of the ASME Code contains the criteria.

Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code supersedes ASME Code Case N-512. To demonstrate that the methodology and criteria in its equivalent margins analyses for the IP2 and IP3 RVs are equivalent to the methodology and criteria in RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code, the applicant, in a letter dated June 11, 2008, compared the methodology and criteria in its equivalent margins analyses for the IP2 and IP3 RVs to the methodology and criteria in RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code. The applicant concluded that the analysis documented in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, did not deviate from the methods and formulas cited in RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code. The staff compared the methods and formulas documented in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, with the methods and formulas cited in RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code. The formulas and methods in RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code are the same as those in WCAP-13587, except for the formulas for calculating the stress intensity factor from radial thermal gradients.

The formulas for calculating the stress intensity factor from radial thermal gradients in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, result in higher stress intensity factors than the formulas in RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code. Since the formulas in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, result in conservative values of stress intensity factors, the results from the analysis in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, will satisfy RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code. Since the limiting plates in the IP2 and IP3 RVs were projected to have greater Charpy USE values at the end of the period of extended operation than the minimum acceptable Charpy USE values in WCAP-13587, Revision 1, and the results from the analysis in WCAP-13587, 4-11 OAGI0001368 00871 Revision 1, will satisfy RG 1.161 and Appendix K to Section XI of the ASME Code, the applicant has demonstrated that the IP2 and IP3 RVs will have margins of safety against fracture equivalent to those required by Appendix G to Section XI of the ASME Code and will satisfy the requirements of Section IV.A.1.a of Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 through the end of the period of extended operation.

4.2.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of Charpy USE in LRA Sections A.2.2.1.3 and A.3.2.1.3, as amended by letter dated January 17, 2008. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address Charpy USE is adequate.

4.2.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(ii), that, for Charpy USE, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.2.3 Pressure-Temperature Limits 4.2.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.3 summarizes the evaluation of P-T limits for the period of extended operation.

Appendix G to 10 CFR Part 50 requires the applicant to maintain reactor pressure vessel operation within P-T limits established by calculations that utilize the materials and fluence data from the unit-specific Reactor Surveillance Capsule Program. Normally, the P-T limits calculated for several years into the future remain valid for an established period of time. IP2 technical specifications provide P-T limits valid through 25 EFPYs, and IP3 technical specifications provide P-T limits valid through 34 EFPYs, both of which include the effects of the stretch power uprates that were approved on October 27, 2004 for IP2 (ADAMS Accession No. ML042960007), and on March 24, 2005 for IP3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML050600380).

At present, plate 82803-3 (initial RT NDT of 7 4 °F) restricts operation in the 150-250 oF range. The applicant stated that the P-T limit curve updates will continue, as required by 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G, or as operational needs dictate, to ensure that operational limits remain valid through the period of extended operation.

Additional P-T limit analysis is not required at this time. Maintenance of the P-T limit curves in accordance with 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G, ensures adequate management of the effects of aging on intended function(s) for the period of extended operation.

4.2.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.2.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of 4-12 OAGI0001368 00872 extended operation.

Since P-T limit curves are periodically updated in accordance with 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G, and the license amendment process, compliance with 10 CFR Part 50 ensures that the P-T limit curves will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

This is acceptable.

4.2.3.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of P-T limits in LRA Sections A.2.2.1.2 and A.3.2.1.2.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address P-T limits is adequate.

4.2.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), that, for P-T limits, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.2.4 Low-Temperature Overpressure Protection Power-Operated Relief Valve Setpoints 4.2.4.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.4 summarizes the evaluation of low-temperature overpressure protection (L TOP) power-operated relief valve (PORV) setpoints for the period of extended operation.

For each revision of the P-T limit curves, the applicant must reevaluate the L TOP system to determine whether its functional requirements can be met; therefore, L TOP limits are part of the calculation of P-T curves. 4.2.4.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.2.4 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The L TOP PORV setpoints are determined whenever the applicant calculates P-T limit curves. Since P-T limit curves are periodically updated in accordance with 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G, compliance with this rule ensures that the L TOP PORV setpoints will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

4.2.4.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of L TOP PORV setpoints in LRA Sections A.2.2.1.2 and A.3.2.1.2.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address L TOP PORV setpoints is adequate.

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4. 2.4.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), that, for LTOP PORV setpoints, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

\ 4.2.5 Pressurized Thermal Shock 4.2.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.2.5 summarizes the evaluation of PTS for the period of extended operation.

In accordance with 10 CFR 50.61(b)(1), applicants must assess reference temperature for pressurized thermal shock ( RT Prs) projected values whenever a significant change occurs in parameters (e.g., expiration date for facility operation) affecting RT PTS* Specifically, 10 CFR 50.61(b)(2) establishes a screening criterion for RTprs of 270 oF for plates, forgings, and axial welds and a screening criterion of 300 oF for circumferential welds. RG 1.99, Revision 2, provides two methods (positions) for determining RTPTS* Position 1 applies to material with no surveillance data available.

Position 2 applies to material with surveillance data. Calculation of RT PTs values use both Positions 1 and 2 follows RG 1.99, Revision 2, Sections 1.1 and 2.1, respectively, using the copper and nickel content of beltline materials and EOL best-estimate fluence projections.

The IP2 projected 48-EFPY peak beltline neutron fluence level of 1.906x10 19 n/cm 2 at the clad-base metal interface applies to all beltline materials except the RV axial welds, where the expected peak fluence is 1.295x10 19 n/cm 2* All projected RTprs values are within established screening criteria at 48 EFPYs. The applicant stated that the IP3 projected 48-EFPY peak beltline neutron fluence level of 1.560x1 0 19 n/cm 2 at the clad-base metal interface applies to all beltline materials.

All projected RT PTS values are within established screening criteria for 48 EFPYs with the exception of plate 82803-3, which exceeds the screening criterion of 270 oF by 9.9 °F. As required by 10 CFR 50.61(b)(4), the applicant will submit a plant-specific safety analysis for plate 82803-3 to the staff 3 years before the RT PTs screening criterion is reached. Alternatively, IP3 may

  • choose to implement the revised PTS rule (10 CFR 50.61a) which, if approved, will permit the application of RG 1.99, Revision 3, to plate 82803-3, with the expected result of an acceptable through-wall crack frequency at 48 EFPYs. Therefore, the aging effects of the RT PTs TLAA will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

4.2.5.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.2.5 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation and that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

4-14 OAGI0001368 0087 4 As defined in 10 CFR 50.61(c)(1)(v), the RTprs value is the sum of the initial (unirradiated) reference temperature (RT Nor(uJ). the shift in reference temperature caused by neutron irradiation (ART Nor), and a margin term (M) to account for uncertainties.

The methodology for determining the ART NDT and M values when no surveillance data exist is defined in 10 CFR 50.61(c)(1

), while the methodology for determining the ART Nor and M values when surveillance data do exist is defined in 10 CFR 50.61(c)(2).

For IP2, LRA Table 4.2-3 indicates that the bRT NDT value caused by irradiation for the intermediate shell axial welds and the lower shell axial welds in IP2 were determined using surveillance data reported in WCAP-15629, Revision 1. For IP3, LRA Table 4.2-4 indicates that the flRTNor caused by irradiation for the lower shell plate B2803-3 was determined using surveillance data reported by the applicant's response to Generic Letter (GL) 92-01, "Reactor Vessel Structural Integrity." These surveillance data were reported in a September 4, 1998, letter from J. Knubel (New York Power Authority).

The surveillance data from IP3 are also reported in WCAP-15629, Revision 1. The neutron fluence values for the IP3 surveillance capsule that are reported in WCAP-15629, Revision 1 and in the September 4, 1998, letter have different values. Therefore, by letter dated October 29, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to provide neutron fluence values derived using a methodology that adheres to the guidance in RG 1.190, and to provide the surveillance data analysis required by 10 CFR 50.61(c)(2)(i).

By letter dated November 28, 2007, the applicant responded to the staff's RAJ and stated that for IP2, the revised fluences used from the H.B. Robinson plant that are consistent with the guidance of RG 1.190 have been calculated by Westinghouse.

For IP3, the applicant stated that the neutron fluence values reported in LRA Table 4.2-4 were taken from a 2003 Westinghouse calculation supporting stretch power uprate. The neutron transport and dosimetry evaluation methods used to determine the fluence in the 2003 calculation followed the guidance of RG 1.190. During a telephone call held on December 3, 2007, the NRC staff requested that Entergy provide confirmation that the referenced source of the surveillance data satisfies RG 1.190, and that the surveillance data have been used in the Pressurized Thermal Shock and Charpy USE analyses.

During a telephone call held on December 4, 2007, Entergy indicated that for Indian Point Unit 3, the current neutron flux and fluence values are contained in WCAP-16251, and that for IP2, WCAP-15805 contains the surveillance data for Capsule X for H. B. Robinson, and that it will revise the RAI response to reflect the source of the data. By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant revised the PTS evaluation tables for the IP2 and IP3 RVs (LRA Tables 4.2-3 for IP2 and 4.2-4 for IP3). LRA Table 4.2-3 indicates that the RT Prs values for all the IP2 RV beltline materials are below the 10 CFR 50.61 PTS screening criteria at the end of the period of extended operation.

The RT Prs values for intermediate shell plates 82002-1, B2002-2, and 82002-3 are calculated using surveillance data from WCAP-15629, Revision 1, Table 4. The applicant determined the ART Nor and M values for these plates using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 2.1, and 10 CFR 50.61(c)(2).

The applicant determined the ART NoT and M values for IP2 plate B2003-1, plate B2003-2, and intermediate-to-lower shell circumferential weld 9-042 (Linde 1092, heat number 34B009) using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 1.1, and 10 CFR 50.61(c)(1) since there are no surveillance data for these materials.

The applicant calculated RT PTS values for the intermediate shell and lower axial shell welds using surveillance data from WCAP-15805, Table D-1. This table contains data from the IP2, IP3, and H.B. Robinson surveillance welds. Combustion Engineering fabricated the IP2 intermediate shell 4-15 OAGI0001368 00875 axial welds, the IP2 lower axial shell welds, the IP2 surveillance weld, the IP3 surveillance weld, and the H.B. Robinson surveillance weld using Linde 1092 flux and heat number W5214 weld wire. The IP2, IP3, and H.B. Robinson surveillance welds were irradiated at different temperatures and have different amounts of copper and nickel. After its review of the revised responses provided by the applicant in its letter dated January 17, 2008, the staff requested additional information regarding the methodology used in determining the impact of the different irradiation temperatures and different amounts of copper and nickel for the surveillance welds on the b.RTNorand M values for the IP2 intermediate shell and lower axial shell welds. In a telephone conference call on May 7, 2008, the staff informed the applicant of the needed information.

By letter dated June 11, 2008, the applicant identified the methodology used to determine the impact of the different irradiation temperatures and different amounts of copper and nickel for the surveillance welds on the NDT value for the IP2 intermediate shell and lower axial shell welds. The applicant determined the NDT value for the IP2 intermediate shell and lower axial shell welds by (1) using the ratio procedure described in Position 2.1 of RG 1.99, Revision 2, to normalize the surveillance weld chemical composition to the IP2 intermediate shell and lower axial shell welds chemical composition, and (2) using a correction factor of 1 ft-lb/°F of inlet coolant temperature.

The IP2 RV operates with an inlet temperature of approximately 528 °F, the H. B. Robinson RV operates with an inlet temperature of approximately 547 °F, and the IP3 RV operates with an inlet temperature of approximately 540 °F. Therefore, the measured NDT values from the IP3 surveillance program were adjusted by adding 12 oF to each measured and the measured from the H. B. Robinson surveillance program were adjusted by adding 19 oF to each measured NDT before applying the ratio procedure.

This method of determining the Nor is acceptable; the staff has previously endorsed its use, at the RPV Integrity Workshop (February 12, 1998), for normalizing surveillance data from other RVs to the chemical composition and inlet temperature of the RV being evaluated.

Additionally, the staff has approved the use of the methodology on plant-specific bases. As stated in its June 11, 2008 letter, the applicant the M value for the IP2 intermediate shell and lower shell axial welds using Position 2.1 of RG 1.99, Revision 2. The staff confirmed that the surveillance data satisfy the credibility criteria in RG 1.99, Revision 2. Therefore, the M value should be determined using Position 2.1 of RG 1.99, Revision 2. Based on the above discussion, the staff finds the applicant's responses to the RAis acceptable.

The staff finds that the IP2 PTS analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(ii). LRA Table 4.2-4 indicates that the RT PTs values for all IP3 beltline materials, except for plate 82803-3, are projected to be below the PTS screening criteria at the end of the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 50.61. The applicant determined the NOT and M values for all beltline materials, except for plate B2803-3, using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 1.1, and 10 CFR 50.61 (c)(1 ), since there are no surveillance data for these materials.

The RT PTs value for plate 82803-3 was calculated using surveillance data from WCAP-16251-NP, Table 5-10. The and M values for plate B2803-3 were determined using the methodology in RG 1.99, Revision 2, Section 2.1, and 10 CFR 50.61(c)(2).

The RTprs value at the end of the period of extended operation for plate B2803-3 was 279.5 °F. The staff confirmed that the RT Prs value for plate 82803-3 at ttie end of the period of extended operation was calculated in accordance with RG 1.99, Revision 2 and 10 CFR 50.61. 4-16 OAGI0001368 00876 As indicated in 10 CFR 50.61(b)(4), each pressurized-water nuclear power reactor for which the analysis required by the PTS rule indicates that, if there is no reasonably practicable flux reduction program to prevent the RT PTS value from exceeding the PTS screening criteria based on the neutron fluence at the expiration date of the operating license, the licensee shall submit a safety analysis to determine what, if any, modifications to equipment, systems, and operation are necessary to prevent potential failure of the RV as a result of postulated PTS events, if continued operation beyond the screening criterion is allowed. The analysis must be submitted at least 3 years before the RT PTs value is projected to exceed the PTS screening criteria.

LRA Section 4.2.5 indicates that the RTPTs value for plate B2803-3 in IP3 will exceed the PTS screening criterion.

Therefore, by letter dated October 29, 2007, the staff asked the applicant to identify when the RT PTs value for plate 82803-3 in IP3 is projected to exceed the PTS screening criterion.

In its November 28, 2007 response to RAI 4.2.5-2, the applicant indicated the following:

Plate 62803-3 will reach the screening criterion at approximately 37 EFPY. Using a plant capacity factor of 0.97 after 2007, IP3 will achieve 37 EFPY approximately 9 years after entering the period of extended operation.

With regard to flux reduction, IP3 implemented a low-low leakage loading plan in 1986 by placing fresh fuel in the interior of the core. Flux suppressors consisting of Pyrex glass were added to eight corner locations of the core in 1995. Since 1999, the suppressor material has been unclad hafnium. These flux reduction methods have been successful.

However, these methods alone will not prevent plate 82803-3 from reaching the screening criterion during the period of extended operation.

Commitment No. 32 states, As required by 10 CFR 50.61(b)(4),JP3 will submit a plant-specific safety analysis for plate 62803-3 to the NRC three years prior to reaching the RT PTs screening criterion.

Alternatively, the .site may choose to implement the revised PTS (10 CFR 50.61) rule when approved, which would permit use of Regulatory Guide 1.99, Revision 3. Application of Regulatory Guide 1.99, Revision 3 to plate 82803-3 is expected to result in an acceptable RT PTS value at 48 EFPY for IP3. As worded in the commitment, when referring to the revised PTS rule, the applicant erroneously cites the existing PTS rule. In addition, the applicant referred to the use of RG 1.99, Revision 3, which is currently not cited by the proposed revised PTS rule. By letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant amended LRA Sections 4.2.5 and A.3.2.1.4 to remove the reference to RG 1.99, Revision 3. Based on the above discussion, the staff finds the applicant's response to the RAI and commitment for IP3 acceptable.

The applicant's commitment will ensure that the PTS-related aging effects for IP3 will be managed during the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

4-17 OAGI0001368 00877 In a letter dated September 24, 2008, the applicant stated that the RT PTS values for the nozzle shell plates, nozzle-to-shell longitudinal welds, and the nozzle-to-intermediate shell circumferential weld in the IP2 and IP3 vessels would be less than 100 oF at the end of the period of extended operation.

The applicant further stated that these values were determined using the methodology documented in RG 1.99, Revision 2 and in 10 CFR 50.61. Since the RT PTS values are less than the screening criterion in 10 CFR 50.61 (b )(2), the staff finds that these components meet the requirements of 10 CFR 50.61. 4.2.5.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of PTS in LRA Sections A.2.2.1.4, and A.3.2.1.4, as amended. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address PTS is adequate.

4.2.5.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), that, for IP2, the PTS analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

The applicant has also demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), that, for IP3, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

  • 4.3 Metal Fatigue The applicant states in LRA Section 4.3 that fatigue analyses are potential TLAAs for Class 1 and selected non-Class 1 mechanical components.

Fatigue is age-related degradation caused by cyclic stressing of a component by either mechanical or thermal stresses.

Fatigue analyses are TLAAs if they meet the six defined elements pursuant to 10 CFR 54.3(a). If the analyses are based on a number of cycles estimated for the current license term, they may meet the 10 CFR 54.3(a)(3) criterion of "defined by the current operating term." The applicant evaluates the TLAA in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1) to determine which of the following conditions are demonstrated: (i) The analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation; (ii) The analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation; or (iii) The effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also states that the aging management reviews (AMRs) of the integrated plant assessment (summarized in SER Section 3) identified all components as susceptible to fatigue damage. If a component has a fatigue TLAA that remains valid (10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i))

or is projected to cover the period of extended operation (10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(ii)), cracking from 4-18 OAGI0001368 00878 fatigue is not an aging effect requiring management.

If the TLM does not remain valid for the period of extended operation, cracking from fatigue is an aging effect requiring management for the analyzed component.

Cracking from fatigue can be managed by various plant programs in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

The applicant states that fracture mechanics analyses of flaws detected during inservice inspection (lSI) may be TLAAs for those analyses based on time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term. When a flaw is detected during lSI, the component may be replaced, repaired, or evaluated for continued service in accordance with ASME Code,Section XI. These evaluations may show that the component is acceptable to the end of the period of extended operation with projected inservice flaw growth typically predicted based on design thermal and mechanical loading cycles. 4.3.1 Class 1 Fatigue The applicant states in LRA Section 4.3.1 that components that are designed in accordance with ASME Code, Section Ill, have fatigue analyses.

Current design-basis fatigue evaluations calculate cumulative usage factors {CUFs) based on design transient cycles for components or subcomponents.

The current design-basis fatigue evaluations do not consider the effects of reactor water environment on fatigue life. This practice is consistent with SECY-95-245, "Completion of the Fatigue Action Plan," dated September 25, 1995, which indicates that no immediate staff or licensee action is necessary on the environmentally assisted fatigue issue before the period of extended operation for license renewal. The applicant states that the number of cycles accrued to date has been projected to determine the numbers of cycles expected at the end of 60 years of operation.

With limited exceptions (discussed below), the projected numbers of cycles for 60 years of operation do not exceed the analyzed numbers of cycles. The Fatigue Monitoring Program (FMP) tracks and evaluates design transients and requires corrective actions if the number of analyzed transients are approached, to keep the number of transient cycles experienced by the plant within the analyzed numbers of cycles, thus keeping the component CUFs below the values calculated in the design-basis fatigue evaluations.

Appendix B to the LRA provides further details on the Fatigue Monitoring Program. IP2 cycle counts are for normal conditions, test conditions, abnormal (upset) conditions, pressurizer spray actuations, and other events. A rate per day, calculated for each event and multiplied by the days remaining to the end of the period of extended operation, projects the cycles. Rates for most transients are based on the cycles accrued to date and the time from initial operation.

Some transients (e.g., reactor trips) were projected based on the IP2 1999 to 2005 operating history, because plant operating practices have changed and some of the transients occur more or less often now than early in plant life. The applicant stated that some transients, such as reactor trips, were projected based on more recent operating history, i.e., 1999 to 2005, because its plant operating practices have changed and some of the transients occur more or less often now than they did early in plant life. The applicant further stated that there were substantially more reactor trips in the early years of operation at IP2, and that the rate of reactor trips experienced in the last six years is more representative of the rate of trips expected through the remainder of plant life. The applicant 4-19 OAGI0001368 00879 identified the following exceptions to its use of the number of cycles accrued to date to make its 60-year projections for IP2: The only normal condition projecting above the analyzed number of cycles is steady state fluctuations.

The projection is 1.5x1 0 6 while the analyzed number is 1x10 6* However, the value shown in Table 4.3-1 is not based on actual cycles. The value shown in Table 4.3-1 for cycles as of 10/31/1999 is a calculated value based on the assumption that the transients occur at a constant rate that results in a number of transients over 40 years of operation equal to the analyzed number of transients.

Hence the projection to 60 years based on this calculated value is 1.5 times the analyzed number of transients.

In accordance with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, prior to the period of extended operation, corrective actions will be taken to confirm that monitoring is not required or to establish appropriate monitoring.

Feedwater cycling, a replacement steam generator design transient limited to 18,300 cycles, does not appear on Table 4.3-1. The value of 18,300 is the projected value for 40 years of steam generator operation.

Since the IP2 replacement steam generators will not be in service for 40 years at the end of the period of extended operation, feedwater cycling is not expected to exceed the analyzed number of cycles. The only abnormal condition projected to exceed its monitored limit is loss of power. Enhancements related to "loss of power" cycling may be found in the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Section 8.1.12. Several of the "Other Events" will exceed their analyzed numbers prior to the end of the period of extended operation.

These transients apply to the charging system piping, which is evaluated and described in SER Section 4.3.3. As indicated, for certain events that affect fatigue usage, linear projections of the actual data to the end of the period of extended operation exceed the analyzed numbers of design-basis transients; however, there is implicit margin in the conservative CUF estimates.

When additional fatigue analysis is required to take advantage of the implicit margin, the Fatigue Monitoring Program will take actions before the analyzed numbers of transients are exceeded.

IP2 will continue to monitor analyzed cycles under the Fatigue Monitoring Program. Enhancements to the Fatigue Monitoring Program described in LRA Appendix B address the 60-year projections.

For IP3, the applicant tracks transients of the RV, safety injection actuations, and residual heat removal (RHR) cycles. A rate per day calculated for each transient, multiplied by the days remaining to 60 years, projects the number of future cycles. Rates are based on cycles accrued to date and time from initial operation.

The numbers of plant heatups and cooldowns are from the IP3 shutdown history and shutdown summary, which show the shutdown count through 1995. IP3 used the rate from 1973 to 1995 to project shutdowns and startups, and this projection should be conservative, as improved operations have resulted in less frequent shutdowns and startups in recent years. 4-20 OAGI0001368 00880 The IP3 60-year projections showed that the number of transients will not exceed the number of analyzed cycles before the end of the period of extended operation.

The applicant stated that the Fatigue Monitoring Program will ensure that the analyzed numbers of transients are not exceeded during the period of extended operation.

Enhancements to the Fatigue Monitoring Program described in LRA Appendix B will add transients to the IP3 list of those monitored as is the case for the IP2 list. Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed the applicant's estimate of the number of cycles for transients for a 60-year plant operation for IP2 and IP3. For IP2, the applicant based its projections for the period of extended operation on operating history, from 1999 through 2005 for some transients.

The applicant's use of more recent data to account for changes in plant operating practices is reasonable because it provides a realistic estimate for when the cycles (after 60 years of operation) might approach the number of analyzed cycles. The staff agrees with the applicant's projection.

To provide additional assurance, the applicant will continue to monitor the transients under the Fatigue Monitoring Program and take corrective action before the number of analyzed cycles is reached. For IP3, the applicant based its projections for the period of extended operation on operating history, from 1975 through 1995. Although this approach differs from the approach used for IP2, it yields a conservative estimate for when the cycles (after 60 years of operation) might approach the number of analyzed cycles. As stated above, to provide additional assurance, the applicant will continue to monitor the transients under the Fatigue Monitoring Program and take corrective action before the number of analyzed cycles is reached. Based on the above, the staff finds that the approaches used by the applicant to calculate the 60-year projections for each unit are reasonable.

In its review, the staff noted that the applicant used data from 1973 to 1995 to project the number of plant heatups and cooldowns from 1995 to March 31, 2006 (current cycles), rather than use actual data. As stated above, the applicant will track the number of transients under the Fatigue Monitoring Program. However, without the actual number of heatups and cooldowns from 1995 to March 31, 2006, the applicant may not be able to accurately predict when the number of analyzed cycles might be exceeded.

The staff notes that changes in operating practices such as refueling ( 12-month refueling cycle vs. 24-month refueling cycle) would decrease the number of heatups and cooldowns experienced post 1995, which should yield a more conservative projection.

Nonetheless, the applicant should have the actual data for the plant startups and shutdowns during this period of time. Therefore, the staff believes that the use of actual plant operating experience in lieu of a projection for the current number of cycles is appropriate.

This was identified as Open Item 4.3-1. By letter dated January 27, 2009, the applicant stated that the actual number of cycles for IP3 plant heatups and cooldowns was determined to be 55 cycles through March 31, 2006. The applicant further stated that based on this value, the 60-year projection approximates 109 plant heatups and 109 plant cooldowns.

This information was previously provided to the staff in response to Audit Item 14, by letter dated March 24, 2008. In its response, the applicant stated 4-21 OAGI0001368 00881 that at the time the LRA was prepared, the cycle count for plant heatups and cooldowns had only accounted the raw data through December 31, 2005, because it was readily available at the time; therefore, this information was used in the LRA. On the basis of its review, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant determined the accrued cycles of plant heatups and cooldowns based on actual plant data and operating experience through March 31, 2006. Therefore, Open Item 4.3-1 is closed.

  • 4.3.1.1 Reactor Vessel 4.3.1.1.1 of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.1 describes the evaluation performed for the RV. The fatigue analyses for the RV were performed in accordance with ASME Code, Section Ill, 1965 edition, 1966 and 1967 addenda. Tables 4.3-3 and 4.3-4 present current CUF values for the RV for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

The applicant stated that these TLAA results are based on those design transients listed in LRA Tables 4.3-1 for IP2 and 4.3-2 for IP3. The applicant stated that since the projected numbers of transient cycles remain within analyzed values, the TLAAs for the RV fatigue analyses will remain valid for the period of extended operation.

4.3.1.1.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.1 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 ( c)(1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Tables 4.3-1 and 4.3-2, which list the design transient cycles and transient cycles projected for 60 years of plant operation.

The staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. However, LRA Section 4.3.1.1 states, "the projected numbers of transient cycles used for reactor vessel fatigue analyses remain within analyzed values," and cites the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i) for its RV TLAA. The staff asked the applicant to justify this conclusion (Audit Item 11 ). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

Since the Fatigue Monitoring Program assures that the analyzed numbers of cycles are not exceeded, IPEC will clarify LRA Section 4.3.1.1 to show that the effects of fatigue will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

Section 4.3.1.1 will be revised as follows: The reactor pressure vessel (and appurtenances) fatigue analyses were performed in accordance with the requirements of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill, 1965 Edition, 1966 and 1967 addenda. (A complete listing of applicable codes is given in Tables 4.1-9 of the IP2 and IP3 UFSARs ). The existing fatigue analyses of the reactor vessel are considered TLAA because they are based on numbers of cycles expected in 40 years of operation.

The CUFs for the reactor pressure vessel are given in Table 4.3-3 for IP2 and 4-22 OAGI0001368 00882 Table 4.3-4 for IP3. Design cyclic loadings and thermal conditions for the reactor pressure vessel were originally defined in the design specifications and analyzed in the original vessel stress reports. These analyses have been occasionally revised, most recently for the extended power uprate. These latest analyses are reflected in the current UFSAR tables. As described in Section 4.3.1, the projected numbers of transient cycles used for reactor vessel fatigue analyses remain within analyzed values. The effects of fatigue on the reactor vessel will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii) for both IP2 and IP3. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue on the RV for both IP2 and IP3 by the Fatigue Monitoring Program, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21{c)(1

)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21{c)(1

)(i). SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concludes that the applicant's aging management is consistent with the recommendations of the SRP-LR, and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3.1.1.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLM evaluation of the RV in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLM evaluation of the RV is adequate.

4.3.1.1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii}, that, for the RV, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.1.2 Reactor Vessel Internals 4.3.1.2.1 Summary of Technical Information

  • in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.2 describes the evaluation performed for the reactor vessel internals.

The reactor vessel internals were designed to meet the intent of ASME Code, Section Ill, Subsection NG. LRA Tables and 4.3-6 present CUF values for the reactor vessel internals for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

The applicant stated that the CUFs, based on the same transients as those for the reactor vessel, will not be exceeded in 60 years; therefore, these TLMs remain valid for the period of extended operation.

4-23 OAGI0001368 00883 4.3.1.2.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.2 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuanf to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Tables 4.3-5 and 4.3-6, which list the CUF values for various reactor vessel internals for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

The staff noted that these CUFs were derived from the results of Indian Point stretch power uprate nuclear steam supply engineering reports (WCAP-16156-P for IP2 and WCAP-16211-P for IP3). The staff asked the applicant to explain why the CUF value (0.173) for the IP2 upper support plate differs from the CUF value (0.81) for IP3 (Audit Item 8). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant offered the following explanation:

The IP3 analysis was a later analysis performed for the IP3 power uprate that used a different cross section of the upper support plate than the older IP2 analysis.

The IP3 analysis resulted in a higher CUF of 0.81. The result of the IP3 analysis is also applicable to IP2. The LRA will be revised to change the CUF value for the IP2 upper support plate in Table 4.3-5 to 0.81. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the later analysis was performed by the applicant using a finer cross-section model, which was a more accurate model. In LRA Section 4.3. 1.2, the applicant stated that the calculated CUFs are based on number of cycles expected during 40 years of operation and that these values will not be exceeded in 60 years; therefore, the TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Tables 4.3-1 and 4.3-2 which list the design transient cycles and transient cycles projected for 60 years of plant operation.

The staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. During an onsite audit, the staff asked the applicant to justify its conclusion that TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated that the Fatigue Monitoring Program will be relied on to ensure that the analyzed numbers of transients are not exceeded.

Additionally, the applicant stated that it will clarify LRA Section 4.3.1.2 to state that the effects of fatigue will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii). In the same letter, the applicant amended LRA Section 4.3.1.2 to state that "[t]he effects of fatigue on the reactor vessel internals will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 ( c)(1 )(iii) for both IP2 and IP3." The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue on the RV by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for both IP2 and IP3, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concludes that the applicant's aging management is consistent with the recommendations of the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4-24 OAGI0001368 00884 4.3.1.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the RV in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staffs question, as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of the reactor vessel internals is adequate.

4.3.1.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), that, for the reactor vessel internals, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.1.3 Pressurizer.

4.3.*1.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.3 describes the evaluation performed for the pressurizer.

The original pressurizer stress report met the requirements of ASME Code, Section N-415.1, "Vessels Not Requiring Analysis for Cyclic Operation." LRA Tables 4.3-7 and 4.3-8 present CUF values for the pressurizer for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

The original design-basis calculations for the pressurizer did not consider the impact of pressurizer insurge/outsurge transients.

The IP2 CUF of record for the pressurizer surge nozzle remains the original design stress report number of 0.264. For IP3, the applicant re-evaluated the pressurizer surge line nozzle CUF to consider insurge/outsurge during the 200 design heatups and cooldowns and revised it to 0.9612. The applicant stated that, because the cycles on which these analyses are based will not be exceeded during the period of extended operation, these TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also stated that these surge nozzles, which are required to consider the environmental effects, will be reanalyzed for license renewal. 4.3.1.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 ( c)(1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Tables 4.3-1 and 4.3-2, which list the design transient cycles and transient cycles projected for 60 years of plant operation.

The staff noted 4-25 OAGI0001368 00885 that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. However, LRA Section 4.3.1.1 states, "the projected numbers of transient cycles used for reactor vessel fatigue analyses remain within analyzed values," and cites the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(i) for its RV TLAA. The staff asked the applicant to justify this conclusion (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

These TLAA remain valid as stated as long as the analyzed values for the relevant transients are not exceeded.

Since the Fatigue Monitoring Program (FMP) is relied on to assure that the numbers of transients do not exceed the analyzed values, IPEC will credit the FMP for managing the effects of aging for the period of extended operation.

LRA Sections 4.3.1.2 thru 4.3.1.8 and LRA Table 4.1-2 will be revised to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(iii). In the same letter, the applicant amended its LRA according to the above response.

The staff reviewed the change and noted that the correct regulation is reflected in the LRA. On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.1 and noted that the applicant stated that the impact of steady-state fluctuations on pressurizer fatigue determination is "not significant." The staff asked the applicant to explain the technical basis for its statement that the steady-state oscillations do not have a significant impact on fatigue (Audit Item 7). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

ASME Section Ill, Article 415.1(d) states, "a temperature fluctuation shall be considered to be significant if its total algebraic range exceeds the quantity S/(2*Me*Cte) where S is the value of Sa obtained from the applicable design curve for 1E6 cycles." From Figure N-415(A) of ASME Section Ill, Sa for 1 E6 cycles (carbon steel) is 13000 psi. From Table N-426, the coefficient of thermal expansion, Cte, for carbon steel at 500 oF is 7.94 E-6 in/inrF. From Figure N-427 of ASME Section Ill the modulus of elasticity, Me, for carbon steel of less than 0.3 percent carbon at 500 oF is 26.4 E6 psi/in/in.

This results in a significant temperature change of 13000/(2

  • 7.94 E-6
  • 26.4 E6) for a value of 31 °F. As the steady state oscillations have an algebraic range of +/-3 oF maximum, they are not significant as defined by the ASME Code. The staff reviewed the applicant's response and noted that +/-3 oF is not significant according to the ASME Code. In addition, the staff performed an independent calculation of the temperature fluctuation according to ASME Code, NB-3222.4, to verify the applicant's calculation.

On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

The applicant listed CUFs for various components of the pressurizer in LRA Tables 4.3-7 and 4.3-8. These IP2 and IP3 CUF values were in general agreement with the exception of the surge nozzle. The listed CUF for the IP2 surge nozzle is 0.264, while the CUF for the IP3 surge 4-26 OAGI0001368 00886 nozzle is 0.9612. The applicant explained that the discrepancy is because LRA Table listed the CUFs of record for the IP2 pressurizer without consideration of the insurge/outsurge transients.

The applicant stated in LRA Section 4.3.1.8 that it made changes to operating procedures in response to NRC Bulletin 88-11, "Pressurizer Surge Line Thermal Stratification," dated December 20, 1988. During the onsite audit, the staff asked the applicant whether it factored the mitigation strategy into the determination of the IP3 pressurizer surge nozzle CUF of 0.9612 and how it captured the fatigue usage before the use of the modified procedures in the fatigue evaluation (Audit Item 15). In its response, dated March 24, 2908, the applicant stated the following:

The mitigation strategy was not factored into the determination of the IP3 pressurizer surge line nozzle CUF. The calculation that determined the CUF of 0.9612 assumed the operating conditions that existed prior to implementation of the modified operating procedures.

The operating conditions before implementation of modified procedures were conservatively applied to determine both the contribution to the CUF from past operation and the contribution to the CUF due to projected future operation.

The delta-T {temperature )s used in the analysis were developed from plant operating records from a number of plants. This historical delta-T information was used to represent the prior operating history of the Indian Point units, and to calculate fatigue usage due to future operation.

The IP3 surge nozzle CUF of record was calculated in Revision 0, issued in 1993. Prior to this calculation, the CUF of record was the 0.259 calculated in the original stress report for the pressurizer.

The original stress report had no analysis of insurge/outsurge.

The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because (1) the applicant conservatively used the which is based on data before implementation of the modified operating procedures; and (2) the CUF for the pressurizer surge line nozzles will be recalculated by including the environmentally assisted fatigue effects, as indicated in SER Section 4.3.3.2. During the audit, the staff also asked the applicant to discuss the modified operating procedures used to mitigate the pressurizer insurge/outsurge transients.

Further, the staff asked the applicant to provide actual plant data before and after plant procedures were modified to support that these changes reduced the occurrence and severity of these transients (Audit Item 15). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

JP2 and IP3 instituted operating changes consistent with the generic Westinghouse program to address surge line thermal cycling. There were two main changes: 1) A continuous (reduced flow) pressurizer spray was established.

This minimized the temperature differential between the RCS, the pressurizer, and the surge line; thereby reducing the thermal stresses associated with an insurge. 2) Startup procedures were changed to eliminate drawing and then collapsing a pressurizer bubble to run reactor coolant pumps to sweep air out of the RCS/RPV. The collapsing of this bubble early in the startup procedure 4-27 OAGI0001368 00887 had resulted in significant insurges that have now been eliminated.

Plant procedures that were changed include 2-POP-1.1, "Plant Heatup from Cold Shutdown Condition";

2-POP-3.3, "Plant Cooldown, Mode3 to Mode5"; 3-POP1.1, "Plant Heatup from Cold Shutdown Condition";

3-POP-3.3, "Plant Cooldown-Hot to Cold Shutdown." Results of the changes are discussed in Interoffice Correspondence IP-DEM-01-008MC, "IP3 Pressurizer Surge Line Stratification-WR-96-6280-02." The letter notes that after procedure changes, the maximum difference between the pressurizer and surge line and the RCS was 227 °F, well within the 320 oF limit. The letter concludes that the procedure changes effectively lowered the delta oF and eliminated the insurge/outsurge transients.

As documented in the Audit Report, the staff reviewed portions of WCAP-12639 and the procedures referenced in the applicant's response.

In addition, the staff reviewed the interoffice correspondence which documents the effectiveness of the applicant's procedure changes. The staff verified that the delta-Ts between the pressurizer and surge line and the reactor coolant system (RCS} were reduced after implementing the modified operating procedures.

On the basis of these reviews, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.3 and noted several areas that required clarification.

The staff asked the applicant to clarify a typographical error on page 4.3-12 of the LRA regarding the number of steady-state oscillations that were analyzed in the stress report. In addition, the staff asked the applicant to clarify page 4.3-13 of the LRA by verifying that the original stress report only analyzed the surge and spray nozzles (Audit Item 9). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

LRA Section 4.3.1.3 contains a typographical error. It should have stated 10 to the sixth power or 1 E6 oscillations rather than 106 oscillations.

WNET -108 clearly uses 1 E6 steady state oscillations.

The second sentence on page 4.3-13 is correct as written. However, this sentence can be misleading and Entergy will reword it as follows: "While the original stress report did not analyze the pressurizer shell, it did analyze the surge nozzle and spray nozzle. The resulting CUFs are not the CUFs of record as both the surge and spray nozzles were subsequently reevaluated for the stretch power uprates. The usage factors of record are given in Tables 4.3-7 and 4.3-8. The staff reviewed the applicant's response as well as the basis document for LRA Section 4.3.1.3. In the same letter, the applicant amended the LRA according to the response above. The staff noted that the applicant's response is editorial and clarifying in nature; therefore, it does not change the technical content of LRA Section 4.3.1.3. On this basis, the staff finds the response acceptable.

In LRA Section 4.3.1.3, the applicant stated that the pressurizer fatigue analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c}(1

}(i). Since the results reflected in LRA Table 4.3-7 do not consider insurge/outsurge, the staff asked the applicant to 4-28 OAGI0001368 00888 justify its conclusion that TLMs remain valid for the period of extended operation (Audit Item 13). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

Both IP2 and IP3 surge nozzles must be re-evaluated for environmentally assisted fatigue and IPEC has committed to that reanalysis prior to the period of extended operation.

That reanalysis will include not only environmental factors, but also the effects of insurge/outsurge for both units. LRA Section 4.3.1.3 will be revised to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue on the RV by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for both IP2 and IP3, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(i). SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concludes that the applicant's aging management is consistent with the recommendations of the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3. 1.3.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLM evaluation of the pressurizer in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLM evaluation of the pressurizer is adequate.

4.3.1.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), that, for the pressurizer, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.1.4 Steam Generators 4.3.1.4.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.4 describes the evaluation performed for the steam generators.

Both IP2 and IP3 have had their steam generators replaced, IP2 in January 2001 and IP3 in June 1989. The 4-29 OAGI0001368 00889 replacement steam generators were analyzed for fatigue in their component stress reports were then reevaluated for fatigue because of the power increase.

LRA Tables 4.3-9 and 4.3-10 present CUF values for the steam generators for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

The applicant stated that none of the design transients for steam generator fatigue analysis are projected to exceed their analyzed numbers during the period of extended operation.

Therefore, the applicant stated that these usage factor calculations based on the design transients will remain valid for the period of extended operation.

4.3.1.4.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.4 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), the effectsof aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The applicant listed the CUF values for various steam generator components in LRA Tables 4.3-9 and 4.3-10 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

As documented in the Audit and Review Report, the staff noted that these CUFs were derived from the results of Indian Point stretch power uprate nuclear steam supply engineering reports. The applicant stated that these usage factor calculations are based on the design discussed in LRA Section 4.3.1 and determined that the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

During the onsite audit, the staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. The staff asked the applicant to justify its conclusion that TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated that these TLAAs remain valid, as stated, as long as the analyzed values for the relevant transients are not exceeded.

Since the Fatigue Monitoring Program is relied on to ensure that the numbers of transients do not exceed the analyzed values, IP2 and IP3 will credit the Fatigue Monitoring Program for managing the effects of aging for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also stated that it will revise LRA Section 4.3.1.4 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 ( c)(1 )(iii). In the same letter, the applicant revised the LRA. The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Section 4.3.1.4. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue for the steam generator components by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for both IP2 and IP3, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concludes that the applicant's aging management is consistent with the recommendations of the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3.1.4.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of steam generators in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that 4-30 OAGI0001368 00890 the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation_of the steam generators is adequate.

4.3.1.4.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), that, for steam generators, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required-by 10 CFR 54.21 (d). 4.3. 1.5 Reactor Coolant Pump Fatigue Analysis 4.3.1.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.5 describes the evaluation performed for the reactor coolant pump (RCP). The applicant analyzed RCPs with respect to fatigue for the stretch power uprate and after a review and demonstrated that the stresses in the RCPs remain within ASME Code allowable limits. The applicant stated that the projected numbers of significant cycles in 60 years remain below the numbers of cycles in these evaluations, based on the numbers of design cycles; thus, the TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation.

4.3.1.5.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.5 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The applicant stated in LRA Section 4.3.1.5 that, from stretch power uprate analyses, the CUFs for the IP2 and IP3 RCP main flange bolts are 0.44 and 0.32, respectively.

The applicant stated that these usage factor calculations are based on the design discussed in LRA Section 4.3.1 and determined that the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

During an onsite audit, the staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. The staff asked the applicant to justify its conclusion that the TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated that these TLAAs remain valid, as stated, as long as the analyzed values for the relevant transients are not exceeded.

Since the Fatigue Monitoring Program is relied on to ensure that the numbers of transients do not exceed the analyzed values, the applicant will credit the Fatigue Monitoring Program for managing the effects of aging for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also stated that it will revise LRA Section 4.3.1.5 among others, and LRA Table 4.1-2 to state that the effects of aging will 4-31 OAGI0001368 00891 be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Section 4.3.1.5. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue for the RCPs by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for both IP2 and IP3, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concludes that the applicant's aging management is consistent with the recommendations of the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3.1.5.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of RCPs in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address RCP fatigue analysis is adequate.

4.3.1.5.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), that, for the RCP, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.1.6 Control Rod Drive Mechanisms 4.3.1.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.6 describes the evaluation performed for the control rod drive mechanisms (CRDMs). The applicant originally analyzed the CRDMs in the generic component report and then reevaluated them for the power uprate. LRA Tabies 4.3-11 and 4.3-12 present CUF values for the CRDMs for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

The applicant stated that the numbers of analyzed design transients in these fatigue analyses will not be exceeded in 60 years of operation and thus these TLAAs remain valid through the period of extended operation.

4.3.1.6.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.6 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

4-32 OAGI0001368 00892 The applicant listed the CUF values for various CRDM components in LRA Tables 4.3-11 for IP2 and 4.3-12 for IP3. As documented in the Audit and Review Report, the staff noted that these CUFs were derived from the results of Indian Point stretch power uprate nuclear steam supply engineering reports. The applicant stated that these usage factor calculations are based on the design discussed in LRA Section 4.3.1 and determined that the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(i). During an onsite audit, the staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. The staff asked the applicant to justify its conclusion that TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated that these TLAAs remain valid, as stated, as long as the analyzed values for the relevant transients are not exceeded.

Since the Fatigue Monitoring Program is relied on to ensure that the numbers of transients do not exceed the analyzed values, IP2 and IP3 will credit the Fatigue Monitoring Program for managing the effects of aging for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also stated that it will revise LRA Section 4.3.1.6 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Section 4.3.1.6. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue for the CRDMs by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for both IP2 and IP3,* in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

By letter dated March 24, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA according to its above response.

SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concludes that the applicant's aging management is consistent with the recommendations of the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3.1.6.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the CRDMs in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLM evaluation of the CRDMs is adequate.

4.3.1.6.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), that, for the CRDMs, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the 4-33 OAGI0001368 00893 U FSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4. 3.1. 7 Class 1 Heat Exchangers 4.3.1.7.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1. 7 describes the evaluation performed for the Class 1 heat exchangers.

The applicant calculated a projected CUF of 0.13 expected in 60 years for the regenerative heat exchangers and stated that the TLMs for the heat exchanger fatigue remain valid for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also stated that, based on design documents, the auxiliary heat exchangers are not the limiting component in the chemical and volume control system; instead, the charging nozzles are more limiting.

NUREG/CR-6260 identifies the charging nozzles as one location that requires environmental adjustments to the fatigue analysis; thus, the charging nozzles will be evaluated with the other NUREG/CR-6260 locations.

4.3.1.7.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1. 7 to verify that, pursuant to 1 0 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

In LRA Section 4.3.1.7, the applicant stated that, with regard to fatigue, the auxiliary heat exchangers are not the limiting components in the chemical and volume control system. The charging nozzles are more limiting.

During an onsite audit, the staff asked the applicant to clarify which nozzle (the nozzle in the heat exchanger or the nozzle in the RCS piping) it referred to in the statement (Audit Item 142). In its response dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

WCAP-12191, Section 2.4, Conclusion 3, says the charging nozzle is limiting compared to the auxiliary heat exchangers.

From WCAP-12191, Section 2.3, it is clear that the nozzles being discussed are the RCS piping nozzles (the normal nozzle in the cold leg and the alternate nozzle in the hot leg). LRA Section 4.3.1. 7 will be clarified to specify that the nozzle is the nozzle at the RCS cold leg piping. In the same letter, the applicant amended its LRA to reflect the above changes. Because the applicant clarified which charging nozzle it was referring to in the LRA, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

In LRA Section 4.3.1. 7, the applicant stated that the regenerative heat exchanger was the controlling heat exchanger as it relates to fatigue and that the projected 60-year CUF for the IP2 regenerative heat exchanger is 0.13. The applicant also stated that there is no plant-specific evaluation for the IP3 auxiliary heat exchangers; however, the similarity in design and operation of the two units indicate that the projected CUF results would be similar. As documented in the Audit and Review Report, the staff noted that this CUF was derived from an 4-34 OAGI0001368 00894 evaluation report for IP2. The staff asked the applicant to justify why the IP3 heat exchanger CUF is comparable to the IP2 CUF (Audit Item 17).

  • In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

As can be seen by review of Table 4.3-1 and 4.3-2, IP2 is projected to have more cycles of heatups, cooldowns, and reactor trips than IP3, based in part on IP3 having learned lessons from the early operation of IP2. Based on these projections, it is expected that the IP2 CUF will exceed the IP3 CUF. Conservatively, assume the CUFs approximately the same. As identified in LRA Section 4.3.1.7, since the IP2_CUF is only 0.13, it follows that the IP3 CUF is also well below the limit of 1. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant has explained that IP3 has incorporated lessons learned from the early operation of IP2; therefore, it is expected that the IP2 CUF will exceed the IP3 CUF. The applicant committed to include enhancements in the IP3 Fatigue Monitoring Program that will provide additional monitoring of the heat exchanger cycling (Commitment No.6). During the audit, the staff asked the applicant to explain why it claimed that the TLAA for the heat exchanger fatigue remains valid for the period of extended operation (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

These TLAA [sic] remain valid as stated as long as the analyzed values for the relevant transients are not exceeded.

Since the Fatigue Monitoring Program (FMP) is relied on to assure that the numbers of transients do not exceed the analyzed values, IPEC will credit the FMP for managing the effects of aging for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also stated that it witl revise LRA Section 4.3.1. 7 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii). The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Section 4.3.1. 7. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue on the Class 1 heat exchangers for both IP2 and IP3 by the Fatigue Monitoring Program, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(i). SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concluded that the applicant's AMP satisfies the criteria in the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3.1.7.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of Class 1 heat exchangers in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

The staff verified that the 4-35 OAGI0001368 00895 applicant's amendment dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of the Class 1 heat exchangers is adequate.

4.3.1.7.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), that, for Class 1 heat exchangers, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.1.8 Class 1 Piping and Components 4.3.1.8.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.1.8 describes the evaluation performed for Class 1 piping and components.

The following components were a part of the evaluation:

  • American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 831.1 piping
  • pressurizer surge line piping thermowells
  • charging system piping
  • IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle The applicant evaluated projected thermal cycles for 60 years of plant operation for both IP2 and IP3 ANSI 831.1 piping. The applicant determined that the maximum IP2 and IP3 surge line piping CUF occurred at the pipe side of the pressurizer nozzle safe-end with a value of 0.60. Thermowells associated with the pressurizers that are based on 200 heatup and cooldown cycles, and identified by Westinghouse, produced CUF values of 0.021. The charging system piping for both IP2 and IP3 will be analyzed, taking into account environmental adjustments in LRA Section 4.3.3, because it is a NUREG/CR-6260 location.

The applicant performed a fatigue analyses on the IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle to justify continued operation without a thermal sleeve. 4.3.1.8.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3:1.8 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.8 and noted that the applicant referenced both ANSI 831.1 and United States of America Standard (USAS) 831.1. The staff asked the applicant to explain why it was not consistent when referencing this code (Audit Item 143). 4-36 OAGI0001368 00896 In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

Throughout the evolution ofthis code, the fatigue analysis requirements have remained fundamentally the same, and fundamentally different from ASME Section Ill fatigue analysis requirements.

As the intention here is only to separate 831.1 fatigue analyses from Section Ill analyses, the distinction between ASA-USAS-ANSI-ASME is not critical to the discussion.

Consequently, the LRA will be amended as follows. The discussion above will be added to the LRA Section 4.3.1.8. The title of the first subsection of LRA Section 4.2.1.8 will be changed to "831.1 Piping." In addition, all reference to 831.1 in the remainder of the LRA will be changed to "831.1" with no prefix. In a letter dated March 24, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to reflect the above changes. Because the LRA now reflects a consistent code, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.8 and noted that the applicant stated, "The IP2 charging system piping failure analyses determined the limiting CUF for the charging nozzle as 0.99 for number of analyzed transients shown in the last nine entries in Table 4.3.1." The staff asked the applicant to explain the conservatism behind projecting no transient conditions for "the charging noZzle flow shutoff with delayed return to service" (Audit Item 1 02). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

The conservatism is in the ASME fatigue curves, which are drawn well below the experimental points where cracking actually occurred.

There is no specific conservatism in the assumption of zero cycles of this one particular transient, "charging flow shutoff with delayed return to service";

however, conservatism does exist in the analysis from other numbers of transient cycles being less than the analyzed values. WCAP-12191, Revision 3, "Transient and Fatigue Cycle Monitoring Program Transient History Evaluation Report for Indian Point Unit 2-Addendum 1" provides the basis for the IP2 transient cycles that are tracked in procedure 2-PT -2Y015. Table 2.3-3 of WCAP-12191, indicates the projected number of cycles based on the detailed review of actual plant data through 10/31/99, and shows this projection results in an acceptable CUF. WCAP-12191, Revisions 2 had 5, analyzed cycles of charging flow shutoff with delayed return to power. Revision 3 modified the analyzed numbers of cycles based on operating history. While the analyzed number for charging flow shutoff with delayed return to power was reduced to 0, the analyzed numbers for other events were increased.

The staff reviewed the applicant's response and noted that the applicant justified its transient condition for "charging flow shutoff with delayed return to service" by increasing the analyzed numbers for other events. The staff reviewed the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program, which tracks cycles such as charging flow shutoff with delayed return to service, and 4-37 OAGI0001368 00897 noted that this program includes a periodic assessment of the number of accumulated cycles. The program takes corrective action if any transient approaches its number of analyzed cycles, which may include an update of the fatigue usage calculation.

The staff noted that the Fatigue Monitoring Program will update the CUF for the charging nozzle if a charging flow shutoff with delayed transient occurs. Therefore, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

The staff noted that the applicant justified its zero projection for letdown flow shutoff with delayed return to service and charging flow shutoff with prompt return to service by pointing out that the projected value is not used to calculate the CUF. The staff noted that the Fatigue Monitoring Program will update the CUF if the projected value exceeds analyzed cycles. In addition, the applicant explained in its response to Audit Question 102 that it will rely on the Fatigue Monitoring Program to manage the effects of aging from fatigue. Since the applicant will monitor the number of cycles and will take the required action if the analyzed numbers are approached, the projected numbers of cycles, standing alone, are therefore not important.

On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.1.8 and noted that an analysis was done specifically for the IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle and not for the other accumulator nozzles for IP2 and IP3. The staff asked the applicant to explain, in detail, why it conducted an analysis specifically for the IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle (Audit Item 117). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

As stated in LRA Section 4.3.1.8, these nozzles were designed and built to USAS 831.1 and did not require the calculation of a CUF. However, after a period of operation, IP2 discovered that the Loop 3 accumulator nozzle thermal sleeve was rio longer in place. IP2 performed a fatigue analysis of this nozzle (without a thermal sleeve) to show that it was acceptable for service in that condition.

The analysis was done specifically for this one nozzle and does not apply to the remaining nozzles as the thermal sleeves remain in place. The applicant explained satisfactorily why it only included the IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle discussion in the LRA. The applicant explained that it conducted an analysis of the IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle after the discovery that the thermal sleeve for this nozzle was no longer in place. On this basis, the staff finds the applicant's response acceptable.

During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Tables 4.3-1 and 4.3-2, which list the design transient cycles and transient cycles projected for 60 years of plant operation.

The staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 includes IP2 design transients whose 60-year projections exceed design cycles. However, LRA Section 4.3.1.8 states that the projected numbers of transient cycles used for pressurizer surge line piping, charging system piping, and IP2 Loop 3 accumulator nozzle fatigue analyses remain within analyzed values; therefore, the TLAA remains valid through the end of the period of extended operation in accordance with the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

The staff asked the applicant to justify this conclusion (Audit Item 12). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

LRA Sections 4.3.1.2 thru 4.3.1.8 and LRA Table 4.1-2 will be revised to state that the effects of aging will be managed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for 4-38 OAGI0001368 00898 the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). In a letter dated March 24, 2008, the applicant amended its LRA in accordance with the above response.

The staff reviewed the change and noted that the correction stated is reflected in the LRA. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the applicant will manage the effects of fatigue on the Class 1 piping and components for both IP2 and IP3 by the Fatigue Monitoring Program, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), rather than relying on an analysis performed in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staff's evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concluded that the applicant's AMP satisfies the criteria in the SRP-LR and satisfies the applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3.1.8.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of Class 1 piping and components in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

In response to the staff's question as described above, the applicant revised LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1 to state that the effects of aging will be manag'ed by the Fatigue Monitoring Program for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

The staff verified that the applicant's amendment, dated March 24, 2008, included the changes to LRA Sections A.2.2.2.1 and A.3.2.2.1.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff finds that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of Class 1 piping and components is adequate.

4.3.1.8.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii), that, for Class 1 piping and components, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.2 Non-Class 1 Fatigue 4.3.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.2 describes the evaluation performed for non-Class 1 piping and components.

The applicant performed an evaluation of the validity of the 7000-thermal-cycles assumption used in the associated fatigue analysis for 60 years of plant operation and stated that the TLAA analysis is valid for the 60 years of plant operation.

4.3.2.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.2 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.

4-39 OAGI0001368 00899 During an onsite audit, the staff noted an apparent inconsistency in LRA Section 4.3.2. In the second paragraph, the applicant stated that the RHR heat exchanger is a potential TLAA, while in the fourth paragraph the applicant stated that "no fatigue analyses for these heat exchangers have been identified." The staff asked the applicant to clarify these statements (Audit Item 144). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated that the assumption in LRA Section 4.3.2 that the RHR heat exchanger had a TLAA was a conservative assumption, based solely on a statement in the original equipment specification and the final safety analysis reports that the component was designed based on 200 cycles. Given that no fatigue analysis for the RHR heat exchangers has been found, the assumption that there is a potential TLAA for this component has no basis. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant clarified that a fatigue analysis for the RHR heat exchangers was not identified; therefore, a TLAA is not applicable.

The applicant further stated that it will revise LRA Section 4.3.2 as follows: Piping and In-line Components The design of ASME Ill Code Class 2 and 3 piping systems incorporates the Code stress reduction factor for determining acceptability of piping design with respect to thermal stresses.

In general, 7000 thermal cycles are assumed, allowing a stress reduction factor of 1.0 in the stress analyses.

IPEC evaluated the validity of this assumption for 60 years of plant operation.

The results of this evaluation indicate that the 7000 thermal cycle assumption is valid and bounding for 60 years of operation.

Therefore, the pipe stress calculations are valid for the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

Non-piping Components Review of potential TLAAs for IPEC non-Class 1 components identified no TLAA. The staff determined that the plant does not operate in a cycling mode that would expose the piping to more than 7,000 cycles in 60 years. On this basis, the staff concludes that the ASME Code 831.1 and Section Ill, Class 2 and 3, piping analyses remain valid, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

4.3.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of non-Class 1 fatigue in LRA Sections A.2.2.2.2 and A.3.2.2.2, as amended by letter dated March 24, 2008. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of non-Class 1 piping and components is adequate.

4.3.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i), that, for non-Class 1 fatigue, the analyses remain valid for the period of 4-40 OAGI0001368 00900 extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the U FSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLM evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.3.3 Effects of Reactor Water Environment on Fatigue Life 4.3.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.3.3 summarizes the applicant's evaluation of the effects of the RCS environment on fatigue life of piping and components under Generic Safety Issue (GSI)-190, "Fatigue Evaluation of Metal Components for 60-Year Plant Life," for the period of extended operation.

The fatigue data for the ASME Code, Section Ill, fatigue curves result from tests performed in air at room temperature and constant strain rate. Concerns over the potential effect of elevated temperature, reactor coolant chemistry environments, and different strain rates prompted staff-sponsored research and studies. Results are documented in NUREG/CR-5999, "Interim Fatigue Design Curves for Carbon, Low-Alloy, and Austenitic Stainless Steels in LWR Environments." Subsequent research and studies, including NUREG/CR-6260, "Application of NUREG/CR-5999 Interim Fatigue Curves to Selected Nuclear Power Plant Components," refined the earlier study methods. Based on NUREG/CR-6260 and the IP2 and IP3 plant design, the following component locations were shown to be the most sensitive to reactor water environmental effects: * * * * *

  • RV shell and lower head RV inlet and outlet nozzles pressurizer surge line (including hot leg and pressurizer nozzles) RCS piping charging system nozzle RCS piping safety injection nozzle RHR Class 1 piping The applicant evaluated the limiting locations using the guidelines of the GALL Report, Volume 2,Section X.M1, which calls for following the guidance (formulas) of (1) NUREG/CR-5704, "Effects of LWR Coolant Environments on Fatigue Design Curves of Austenitic Stainless Steels," issued April 1999, for austenitic stainless steel; and (2) NUREG/CR-6583, "Effects of LWR Coolant Environments on Fatigue Design Curves of Carbon and Low-Alloy Steels," issued February 1998, for carbon steel and low-alloy steel to calculate environmentally assisted fatigue correction factors (Fen). LRA Tables 4.3-13 (IP2) and 4.3-14 (IP3) list the environmentally adjusted CUF values for the applicant's NUREG/CR-6260 limiting locations.

4.3.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation or that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 against SRP-LR Section 4.3.3.2, "Generic Safety Issue." The SRP-LR recommends that license renewal applicants address GSI-190. To assess the 4-41 OAGI0001368 00901 impact of the reactor coolant environment on a sample of critical components, the SRP-LR states that applicants should address the recommendations as follows: (1) The critical components include, as a minimum, those selected in NUREG/CR-6260.

(2) Evaluation of the sample of critical components applied environmental correction factors to the ASME Code fatigue analyses.

(3) Formulas for calculating the environmental life correction factors are those in NUREG/CR-6583 for carbon and low-alloy steels and those in NUREG/CR-5704 for austenitic stainless steels or approved technical equivalents.

The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that, for the bottom head to shell transition, the RV inlet nozzle, and the RV outlet nozzle for IP2 and IP3, the applicant projected its analyses to the end of the period of extended operation in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii).

As documented in the Audit Report, the staff confirmed that the CUFs for the above-mentioned locations are correct and that the applicant accounted for increases to the CUF associated with the stretch power uprate. The projected 60-year CUFs for these locations are all less than one. On this basis, the staff concludes that the analyses performed for these components were projected to the end of the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(ii). The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii), the effects of aging on the intended function(s) for IP2 and IP3 will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation in the (1) pressurizer surge line nozzle, (2) surge line piping to safe-end weld, (3) RCS piping charging system nozzle, (4) RCS piping safety injection nozzle, and (5) RHR Class 1 piping. In a letter dated June 11, 2008, the applicant amended the LRA to note that, for the bottom head to shell transition, the RV inlet nozzle and the RV outlet nozzle locations will no longer be dispositioned under the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(ii). For these locations, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). During an onsite audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that LRA Tables 4.3-13 (IP2) and 4.3-14 (IP3) indicate that some of the listed NUREG/CR-6260 locations with environmentally adjusted CUFs are projected to exceed a value of one during the period of extended operation.

The staff also noted that several locations currently do not have an environmentally adjusted CUF. These include two components from LRA Table 4.3-13 the RCS piping safety injection nozzle and the RHR Class 1 piping-and three components from LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3}-the RCS piping charging system nozzle, RCS piping safety injection nozzle, and RHR Class 1 piping. The staff asked the applicant to explain why the number of components between the IP2 and IP3 without environmentally adjusted CUFs differ. The staff also noted that, on LRA pages 4.3-22 and 4.3-23, the applicant provided a corrective action plan to address the environmentally assisted fatigue issue before the calculated CUF exceeds a value of one. The staff asked the applicant to confirm that the fatigue usage factors will be developed for the locations noted in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 and to commit to a corrective action plan. In a letter dated January 22, 2008, the applicant submitted LRA Amendment

2. The applicant revised the list of TLAA resolution options in LRA Tables 4.1-1 (IP2) and 4.1-2 (IP3). For the 4-42 OAGI0001368 00902 TLAA entitled, "Effects of Reactor Water Environment on Fatigue Life," the applicant stated that it will use an aging management program (AMP) to manage this aging effect, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

The applicant also provided revised corrective actions in LRA Amendment

2. The applicant confirmed that the fatigue usage faCtors will be developed for the locations identified in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 and committed to a corrective action plan (Commitment 33). In LRA Amendment 2, the applicant also provided additional information on the Fatigue Monitoring Program. Originally, the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program took an exception for "detection of aging effects," which indicates that the applicant would not perform periodic updates of fatigue usage calculations.

As stated in Commitment 33, the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program includes the assessment of the impact of the reactor water environment on critical components, as identified in NUREG/CR-6260.

By letter dated June 11, 2008, the

  • applicant amended the LRA and removed the above mentioned exception.

The staff notes that removal of the exception makes the Fatigue Monitoring Program consistent with the GALL Report AMP X.M1. SER Section 3.0.3.2.6 documents the staffs evaluation of the applicant's Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff concluded that the applicant's AMP satisfies the criteria in the SRP-LR and applicable regulatory requirements.

During the onsite audit, the staff questioned the applicant as to why a difference exists between IP2 and IP3 in terms of the number of components without environmentally adjusted CUFs (Audit Item 116). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

Neither unit (IP2 nor IP3) had CUF'sfor three locations (the charging systems nozzle, the safety injection nozzle, or'lhe RHR Class 1 piping) as part of the original design. All of these locations were built to USAS 831.1 rather than ASME Ill. After a period of operation, IP2 noted that they were using the charging system nozzle at a higher rate than recommended by the OEM. (i.e., they weren't using the alternate charging nozzle as frequently as was recommended.)

Consequently, IP2 performed a fatigue analysis of the charging nozzle to assess the effect of this operation.

The result of that analysis is quoted in LRA Table 4.3-13. IP3 did not perform such a calculation and they therefore have no corresponding CUF in Table 4.3-14. The staff has reviewed the applicant's description of the differences in operating history between IP2 and IP3, and finds the applicant's explanation of these differences and the resulting impact on the number of affected components to be acceptable.

The difference in operating histories between IP2 and IP3 contributed to the difference between the IP2 and IP3 charging system nozzles, as presented in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14. As documented in the Audit Report, the staff reviewed the applicant's calculation for the Fen* The staff noted that, for low-alloy steel, a value of 0.0 for the input of dissolved oxygen was used in NUREG/CR-6583, Equation 6.5b. The staff noted that Entergy maintains a dissolved oxygen content of less than or equal to 0.005 parts per million (ppm) during power operation, in accordance with its operating procedure.

This dissolved oxygen content is less than 0.05 ppm, 4-43 OAGI0001368 00903 which is the limit, defined in NUREG/CR-6583, Equation 5.5c. Therefore, the value of 0.0 for the input of dissolved oxygen is appropriate in NUREG/CR-6583, Equation 6.5b. In RAI4.3.1.8-1, dated Apri118, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to describe how other various environmental effects are factored into the calculation of the CUF using Fen values. In its response, dated May 16, 2008, the applicant provided the equations used for calculating Fen and the factors that can affect the Fen value. Based on its review of the applicant's response, the staff finds that for low.,.alloy steel it is appropriate to eliminate the sulfur content, temperature, and strain rate from NUREG/CR-6583, Equation 6.5b, based on the value obtained from the dissolved oxygen content maintained at IP2 and IP3. For stainless steel, the staff observed that the applicant used the maximum Fen value of 15.35 for the material temperature, strain rate, and dissolved oxygen content. Based on the staff's review of the applicant's Fen calculation and its response to RAI 4.3.1.8-1, the staff confirms that the applicant has conservatively calculated the Fen value for austenitic stainless steel, in accordance with the guidance in NUREG/CR-5704, and appropriately calculated the Fen value for low-alloy steel pursuant to guidance in NUREG/CR-6583.

Based on its review discussed above, the staff concludes that the applicant correctly accounted for the different environmental factors that are inputs in calculating the Fen factor for low-alloy steel and used a conservative value of Fen for austenitic stainless steel. Therefore, the staff finds that the applicant's Fen values were calculated appropriately.

The staff's concern described in RAI 4.3.1.8-1 is resolved.

As documented in the Audit Report, the staff reviewed the applicant's basis documents.

The staff noted that these documents did not list the alert values that trigger the initiation of corrective actions for the Fatigue Monitoring Program. The staff asked the applicant to identify the alert values (Audit Item 119). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

IPEC Procedure 2-PT-2Y15 calculates "alert levels" by adding twice the number of cycles that occurred in the last fuel cycle to the total number of cycles to date. Corrective action is initiated if this alert level exceeds the number of analyzed transients.

In other words, if the number of cycles is projected to remain at or below the analyzed level for 2 additional fuel cycles, no corrective action is required.

As documented in the Audit Report, the staff reviewed the applicant's procedure on site and confirmed how the alert level is calculated.

In RAI 4.3.1.8-2, dated April 18, 2008, the staff asked the applicant to further explain its corrective actions and the frequency of such actions, if the alert level is approached.

In its response, dated May 16, 2008, the applicant explained that the frequency of updates for the counting of plant transients will be at least once each operating cycle, and these updates determine if design transients may be exceeded before the next update.

The applicant also stated that corrective actions will be taken before the analyzed transient cycles are exceeded.

The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will perform periodic 4-44 OAGI0001368 00904 updates on the number of plant transients.

This will ensure that design transients will not be exceeded and will allow adequate time for the applicant to initiate corrective actions based on the calculated alert level from the applicant's procedure.

These corrective actions include further reanalysis or repair or replacement of the affected components.

The staff also finds the applicant's response acceptable because the applicant will include new or updated CUF calculations, as appropriate, for all NUREG/CR-6260 locations identified in LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 as part of the Fatigue Monitoring Program. In addition, the staff finds that the applicant will monitor the number of cycles that occur and ensure that they do not exceed the analyzed number of transients.

The staff's concern described in RAJ 4.3.1.8-2 is resolved.

During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that the applicant made a commitment on LRA page 4.3-22 to reanalyze the pressurizer fatigue analysis.

As stated in the LRA, the IP2 pressurizer surge nozzle has an environmentally adjusted CUF less than 1.0, while the IP3 pressurizer surge nozzle has an environmentally adjusted CUF of greater than 1.0. This is because the IP3 surge nozzle calculation includes the effects of the insurges/outsurges seen by these nozzles, while the IP2 analysis does not include these effects. The applicant stated that it will re-analyze the pressurizer surge line nozzle for both units to include insurge/outsurge and environmental effects. The staff asked the applicant if there was an official commitment made to perform this reanalysis.

In its response, dated January 22, 2008, the applicant stated that the pressurizer reanalysis is included in Commitment

33. On the basis that the applicant has committed to performing the pressurizer fatigue reanalysis, the staff finds the response acceptable (Commitment 33). During the audit, the staff reviewed LRA Section 4.3.3 and noted that the applicant misquotes NUREG/CR-6260 in LRA page 4.3-21, third paragraph, as having fatigue curves incorporating environmental effects and incorrectly references NUREG/CR-6260 in LRA page 4.3-22, third paragraph.

The staff asked the applicant to clarify its statements in both instances (Audit Item 147). In its response, dated March 24, 2008, the applicant stated the following:

The LRA paragraph will be revised to read as follows. "NUREG/CR-6260 identified locations of interest for consideration of environmental effects in several plant designs. Section 5.5 of NUREG/CR-6260 identified the following component locations to be evaluated for the environmental effects on fatigue for IPEC vintage Westinghouse plants. These locations and the subsequent calculations are directly relevant to IPEC. In the same letter, the applicant amended LRA Section 4.3.3 as described above. The staff finds the applicant's response acceptable, because the applicant amended LRA page 4.3-21 to correct its discussion of NUREG/CR-6260 statements.

In LRA Section 4.3.3, the applicant stated that at least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in NUREG/CR-6260 for Westinghouse PWRs such as IP2 and IP3, it would refine the fatigue analyses, manage the effects of aging, or repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. The staff noted during the audit that it was unclear as to which environmental-assisted fatigue plant-specific locations Entergy would implement one of the above mentioned options. In response to the staff's 4-45 OAGI0001368 00905 question, the applicant amended the LRA by letter dated January 22, 2008. The revised paragraph now reads as follows: At least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), under the Fatigue Monitoring Program, IP2 and IP3 will implement one or more of the following.

(1) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Detection of Aging Effects, update the fatigue usage calculations using refined the fatigue analyses to determine valid CUFs less than 1.0 when accounting for the effects of reactor water environment.

This includes applying the appropriate Fen factors to valid CUFs determined in accordance with one of the following.

For locations in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3) with existing fatigue analysis valid for the period of extended operation, use the existing CUF. Additional plant-specific locations with a valid CUF may be evaluated.

In particular, the pressurizer lower shell will be reviewed to ensure the surge nozzle remains the limiting component.

Representative CUF values from other plants, adjusted to or enveloping the IPEC plant-specific external loads may be used if demonstrated applicable to IPEC. An analysis using an NRC-approved version of the ASME code or approved alternative (e.g., NRC-approved code case) may be performed to determine a valid CUF. (2) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Corrective Actions, repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. The staff finds the applicant's commitment acceptable because the applicant, through LRA Amendment 2, corrected the third paragraph on LRA page 4.3-22 by referencing LRA Tables 4.3-13 and 4.3-14 to clearly indicate the affected plant-specific locations instead of referencing NUREG/CR-6260.

Additionally, the staff finds that this commitment is consistent with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(iii).

4.3.3.3 UFSAR Supplement In a letter dated January 22, 2008, the applicant submitted LRA Amendment

2. The applicant revised its LRA Sections A.2.2.2.3 and A.3.2.2.3 regarding the UFSAR supplement summary description of the TLAA evaluation of the effects of reactor water environment on fatigue life. On the basis of its review of the revised UFSAR supplement, the staff has determined that the summary description of the applicant's TLAA evaluation of reactor water environment on fatigue life is adequate.

4-46 OAGI0001368 00906 4.3.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(iii), that, for the components identified in NUREG/CR-6260, the effects of aging on the intended functions will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 (d). 4.4 Environmental Qualification of Electric Equipment The applicant's Environmental Qualification (EQ) of Electric Equipment Program is an aging management program that will manage the aging effects of EO components with TLAAs. The TLM of the EQ electrical components includes all long-lived, passive, and active electrical and instrumentation and control components that are important to safety and are located in a harsh environment.

The harsh environments of the plant are those areas subject to environmental effects by loss-of-coolant accidents or high-energy line breaks. EQ equipment comprises safety-related equipment, nonsafety-related equipment whose failure could prevent satisfactory accomplishment of any safety-related function, and certain post-accident monitoring equipment.

As required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

), the applicant must provide a list ofTLAAs in the LRA. The applicant shall demonstrate that: (i) The analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation; (iii) The analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation; or (iii) The effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

4.4.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.4 summarizes the evaluation of TLAAs associated with EQ of electric equipment for the period of extended operation.

The applicant evaluated EQ electrical components using 10 CFR 50.49(f) qualification methods. Equipment qualification evaluations that specify a qualification duration of at least 40 years, but fewer than 60 years, are considered TLAAs for license renewal. The applicant stated that these TLAAs have not been projected for the period of extended operation; rather, the aging effects associated with these analyses are managed by the Environmental Qualification of Electric Components Program in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). The EQ Program is an existing program established to meet the applicant's commitments for 10 CFR 50.49. Further, the applicant stated that the program is consistent with the GALL Report,Section X.E1, "Environmental Qualification of Electric Components." 4-47 OAGI0001368 00907 4.4.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.4 and plant basis documents to determine whether the applicant provided adequate information to meet the requirement of 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1).

For the electrical equipment identified in the EQ master list, the applicant uses 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1}(iii}

in its TLAA evaluation to demonstrate that the aging effects of EQ equipment will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.

As required by 10 CFR 50.49, EQ components not qualified for the current license term are to be refurbished, replaced, or have their qualification extended before reaching the aging limits in the evaluation.

The Environmental Qualification of Electric Components Program ensures that these EQ components are maintained in accordance with their qualification bases. Aging evaluations for EQ components that specify a qualification of at least 40 years are TLAAs for license renewal. The staff reviewed the EQ Program to determine whether it will ensure that the electrical and instrumentation and control components covered under this program will continue to perform their intended functions, consistent with the CLB during the period of extended operation.

The staff's evaluation of the components' qualification focused on how the EQ Program manages the aging effects to meet the requirements pursuant to 1 0 CFR 50.49. The staff conducted an audit of the information provided in LRA Section B 1.10 and program basis documents.

As documented in SER Section 3.0.3.1.4, the staff finds that the EQ Program, which the applicant stated is consistent with GALL Report,Section X.E1, is consistent with the EQ program in the GALL Report. Therefore, the staff finds that the EQ Program is capable of programmatically managing the qualified life of components within the scope of the program for license renewal. The continued implementation of the EQ Program provides reasonable assurance that the aging effects will be managed and that components within the scope of the EQ Program will continue to perform their intended functions for the period of extended operation.

4.4.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of EQ of electrical equipment in LRA Section A.2.1.9 and A.3.1.9 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address EQ of electric equipment is adequate.

4.4.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 }(iii), that, for EQ of electrical equipment, the effects of aging on the intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d}.

4-48 OAGI0001368 00908 4.5 Concrete Containment Tendon Prestress Analyses 4.5.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.5 states that this section is not applicable because the IP2 and IP3 containment structures do not have prestressed tendons. 4.5.2 Staff Evaluation The containments do not have prestressed tendons; therefore, the staff finds this TLAA is not applicable.

4.5.3 UFSAR Supplement The staff concludes that a UFSAR supplement is not required because the containment structures do not have prestressed tendons. 4.5.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes this TLAA is not applicable.

4.6 Containment Liner Plate and Penetration Fatigue Analyses 4.6.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application In LRA Section 4.6, the applicant described a TLAA for the IP2 containment liner plate as follows: In 1973, a feedwater line cracked circumferentially resulting in damage to the liner plate causing containment liner plate buckling at the penetration for feedwater line #22. No repair was required for this buckling of the liner plate. Studies were performed to evaluate the effects of fatigue on the deformed area of the liner due to predicted high strain-limited cycle loading during its projected 40-year life. The evaluation used an AEC-approved maximum strain and concluded that the strain load endurance limit of the material was 450 cycles at 7.7 percent strain. The evaluation estimated that the containment liner was likely to see 50 LOCAs (concurrent with earthquakes) at 1 percent strain, and 8 cycles from containment testing (1 pre-startup full pressure test at 6.5 percent strain and 7 cycles at 3.25 percent strain). This combines to 58 cycles at assorted strain (6.5 percent maximum strain). The evaluation conservatively projected a worst case of (;?0 cycles at 6.5 percent strain. As this projection was so far below the allowed 450 cycles at 7. 7 percent strain, no further analysis was performed.

The applicant stated that IP2 will not experience 50 loss-of-coolant accidents (concurrent with earthquakes) in 60 years of operation.

Containment pressure testing is scheduled only once every 10 years. Therefore, the number of cycles experienced will continue to be less than the 60 cycles originally assumed and well below the 450-cycle limit in 60 years of operation.

4-49 OAGI0001368 00909 Therefore, the TLAA associated with the IP2 liner adjacent to the feedwater line #22 penetration remains valid for the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). The applicant further indicated that no other TLAAs are associated with IP2 and IP3 containment liner plate or penetrations.

4.6.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.6 to verify that the analysis remains valid for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i).

  • During an onsite audit, the staff requested additional information about the 1973 feedwater line break event that resulted in buckling of the containment liner plate (Audit Item 30), as follows: (a) Describe in greater detail the event that resulted in the permanent liner plate deformation.

When specifically did it occur? What was identified as the root cause? How was this corrected? (b) Discuss the history of lSI of the permanently deformed liner plate, from 1973 to the present. The applicant provided the requested information in its response to Audit Item 30, dated March 24, 2008. In response to part (a) of the question, the applicant provided the requested history and corrective actions as documented in the letter dated March 24, 2008. In response to part (b) of the staff's question, the applicant stated the following:

General visual examinations were conducted under the Containment lnservice Inspection Program between June 2004 and November 2004 for all accessible areas of the containment liner, including penetrations and airlocks, in accordance with Table IWE-2500, Category E-A, Item E1.11. Minor surface corrosion and/or coating deterioration were observed on the penetrations.

This is general surface corrosion that has not resulted in any significant loss of material.

The containment leak rate test at IP2 in 2006 was completed satisfactorily.

Upon further discussion with the applicant during the onsite audit, the staff became aware that the affected area of the containment liner (1) was covered with thermal insulation shortly after the accident, (2) is considered inaccessible by the applicant, and (3) is not considered for inspection under the ASME Code,Section XI, Subsection IWE accessibility for examination requirements. Consequently, there has been no inspection of the affected liner area since shortly after the 1973 event occurred.

Although the staff does not expect significant degradation to have occurred, the applicant was requested to verify the lack of degradation with a one-time inspection in connection with the applicant's Containment lnservice Inspection Program. By letter dated August 14, 2008, the applicant committed to conduct a one-time inspection of the affected area of containment liner 4-50 OAGI0001368 00910 before entering the period of extended operation (Commitment 35). The staff's evaluation of the Containment lnservice Inspection Program and the applicant's response to the related Audit Item 27 is documented in SER Section 3.0.3.3.2.

The staff finds that the original post-accident evaluation of allowable strain cycles will remain valid because the projected number of cycles for 60 years of operation is less than 50 cycles, as compared to an allowable number of 450 cycles. Therefore, this analysis is acceptable.

4.6.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses in LRA Sections A.2.2.4 and A.3.2.4. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses is adequate.

4.6.4. Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that the containment liner plate and penetration fatigue analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i). 'The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21 {d). 4. 7 Other Plant-Specific TLAAs LRA Section 4.7 summarizes the evaluation of the following plant-specific TLAAs: * *

  • RCP flywheel analysis LBB steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear 4.7.1 Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Analysis 4.7.1.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4. 7.1 summarizes the evaluation of the RCP flywheel analysis for the period of extended operation.

The RCP motors have flywheels to increase rotational inertia, prolong pump coastdown, and ensure a prolonged primary coolant flow to the core if electrical power to the pump is lost. The aging effect of concern was identified by the applicant as fatigue crack initiation and growth in the flywheel bore keyway from stresses from the motor upon startup. RG 1.14, "Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Integrity," recommends periodic volumetric inspection of flywheels.

The applicant inspects the RCP flywheels at least every 20 years, as required by Technical Specifications 5.5.5 (IP2) and 5.5.6 (IP3) and in accordance with the staff-approved WCAP-15666-A, which assumes 6,000 start/stop cycles of an RCP. The 6,000 start/stop cycles is an order of magnitude beyond the analyzed number of heatup and cooldown cycles in 4-51 OAGI0001368 00911 60 years expected at IP2 and IP3 (i.e., 200 cycles). The analyzed number of cycles is far greater than the expected number of cycles, even assuming multiple RCP starts in each startup-shutdown cycle. The applicant states that because the 6,000 cycles that WCAP-15666-A assumes far exceeds the IP2 and IP3 cycles expected in 60 years, and because WCAP-15666-A is based on 60 rather than 40 years, the applicant's analysis does not meet the 10 CFR 54.3(a) definition for a TLAA. The applicant's analysis makes no time-limited assumptions, as defined by the current operating term or by a shorter operating term plus the period of extended operation requested in the license renewal application.

Further, the applicant states that an evaluation is not applicable as the flywheel analysis is not a TLM pursuant to 10 CFR 54.3(a)(3).

4.7.1.2 Staff Evaluation As summarized above, the applicant stated that the 6000 pump start/stop cycles assumed in the Westinghouse WCAP-15666 analysis far exceeds the expected number of IP2 and IP3 cycles in 60 years. The applicant also stated that the analyzed number of heatup and cooldown cycles for 60 years of operation is 200 for IP2 and IP3. In RAI 4.7.1-4, dated December 21, 2007, the staff questioned the validity of comparing 6,000 cycles in the WCAP-15666 analysis to 200 cycles of heatup/cooldown at IP2 and IP3. The staff questioned the values used for IP2 and IP3, in that for each of the 200 heatup/shutdown cycles, multiple RCP startups could make the total number of cycles higher than the number that was analyzed.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant responded that, as indicated in LRA Tables 4.3-1 and 4.3-2, the analyzed number of heatup and cooldown cycles for 60 years of operation is 200 for IP2 and IP3. The analyzed number of cycles is far greater than the expected number, even if multiple RCP starts are assumed in each startup shutdown cycle. Because the 6,000 cycles assumed in the analysis far exceeds the expected cycles in 60 years, and because the analysis is based on 60 years rather than 40 years, this analysis does not meet the 10 CFR 54.3(a) criteria for a TLAA. The applicant further stated that there may be multiple starts/stops per heatup; however, even if a conservative number of starts/stops of the limiting motor is assumed, the value is still well below 6,000 cycles. One would have to assume an unrealistic 30 starts/stops for every heatup to get to 6,000 starts for the limiting flywheel.

Ten starts per heatup is a conservative estimate, and that only results in 2000 starts for 200 heatups. The staff noted that LRA Table 4.3-1 shows that the RCP start/stop condition has 10,000 cycles. In RAI4.7.1-2(a), dated December 21, 2007, the staff requested that the applicant clarify why the WCAP-15666 flywheel analysis did not use a 10,000-cycle RCP startup/stop condition.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant responded that the 10,000 RCP starts shown in LRA Table 4.3-1 are considered for their irnpact on the entire RCS. This value applies to starts from any one of the four RCPs and, therefore, is not an appropriate value to use in the analysis for a single RCP motor flywheel.

Heatup and cooldown cycles are limited to 200. The applicant further stated that even if 10 starts and stops for the limiting pump occur during each heatup and cooldown cycle, only 2,000 RCP cycles will result. This is well below 6,000 cycles criteria used in the Westinghouse flywheel analysis.

The staff finds that the applicant's 4-52 OAGI0001368 00912 explanation is reasonable; therefore, the staff determines that 6,000 is an acceptable number of cycles for the RCP flywheel analysis.

LRA Table 4.3-1 lists various normal, test, and abnormal conditions.

Some of those conditions may affect flywheel operation and the structural integrity of the flywheel.

However, the applicant only mentioned the RCP start/stop condition in WCAP-15666-A.

In RAI 4. 7 .1-2(b ), dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked whether other normal, test, and abnormal conditions in LRA Table 4.3-1 should be used in WCAP-15666-A to analyze the flywheel.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant responded that RG 1.14, Revision 1, Section C, Subsection 2, provides the regulatory position tor flywheel design, and those guidelines were followed in the flywheel evaluation in WCAP-15666.

The staff had previously reviewed and approved WCAP-15666 as documented in a May 5, 2003, letter from Herbert N. Berkow, NRC, to Robert H. Bryan, Chairman, Westinghouse Owner's Group, "Safety Evaluation of Topical Report WCAP-15666, 'Extension of Reactor Coolant Pump Motor Flywheel Examination"' (TAC No. MB2819). Section 2 (page 2-19) of WCAP-15666 states, "There are no significant mechanisms for inservice degradation of the flywheels, since they are isolated from the primary coolant environment.

... " Since the flywheels are isolated from the primary coolant environment, the remaining transients in LRA Table 4.3-1 have no effect on the flywheel operation and structural integrity.

The staff finds that the applicant has clarified that the 6,000 pump start/stop events assumed in the flywheel analysis far exceed the potential start/stop events in the plant in 60 years and that the transient conditions other than the pump start/stop events in LRA Table 4.3-1 do not apply. Therefore, the RCP flywheel analysis does not meet the definition of a TLAA as defined in 10 CFR 54.3(a); specifically, the analysis does not involve time-limited assumptions defined by the current operating term. As stated in LRA Section 4. 7.1, the applicant considered only fatigue as a degradation mechanism for crack initiation and growth. In RAI4.7.1-1, dated December 21, 2007, the staff questioned whether stress-corrosion cracking should be considered as a potential degradation mechanism in the flywheel, especially in the bore keyway, given the potential for an adverse environment, stress conditions, and material.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant responded that the flywheel is a carbon steel component exposed to indoor air. Since the flywheel operates at ambient temperature in a dry indoor air environment, cracking from stress corrosion is not a plausible aging effect. The applicant further explained that, although cracking from stress corrosion is an aging effect considered in the AMR of those components that are within the scope of license renewal and are subject to AMR, the RCP flywheel (RCP motor) is an active component that is not subject to AMR and, therefore, is not addressed by an AMR in LRA Section 3. The staff finds that the applicant has clarified that stress-corrosion cracking is not a degradation mechanism for the RPC flywheel.

The staff also confirms that, because it is an active component, the RCP flywheel is not subject to an AMR. In LRA Section 4. 7.1, the applicant stated that the RCP flywheels are inspected at least once every 20 years in accordance with WCAP-15666-A.

Therefore, in RAI4.7.1-3, dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked the applicant to discuss: (a) the inspection history, results, 4-53 OAGI0001368 00913 method used, area/volume, and coverage; (b) future inspection plans including whether a volumetric inspection will be performed at the end of 40 years or during the extended period of operation, and if not, to discuss how the structural integrity of the flywheel can be ensured; and (c) whether the flywheel surface is painted, and if so, discuss the effectiveness of the surface or visual examination if these inspection methods were used in the past or will be used in the future. By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant responded for part (a) that no recordable indications have been identified from the IP2 and IP3 RCP flywheel inspections.

Further, the applicant stated that the RCP motor flywheels at IP2 and IP3 are inspected using the following approved nondestructive examination (NDE) methods. Volumetric-The ultrasonic examinations performed include a keyway corner examination, a radial gage hole examination, and a periphery examination.

In the gage hole examination, the full axial depth of the gage hole is traversed.

The examination is performed at each of four gage holes. Additionally, an ultrasonic examination is performed from the periphery of the flywheel scanning toward the bore. Essentially 100 percent of the specified volume coverage is obtained.

Surface -The surface examination performed includes the bore and keyway surfaces of the flywheel using dye penetrant inspection techniques.

Essentially 100 percent of the specified surface coverage is obtained.

Visual -The visual examination includes inspection of high-stress areas on all surfaces.

Essentially 100 percent of the specified surface coverage is obtained.

With regard to part (b), the applicant stated that, as a result of the staff approval of WCAP-15666, IP2 and IP3 extended the inspection frequency of the RCP flywheel from once every 10 years to once every 20 years. This change occurred in 2004. Entergy will continue to inspect the RCP flywheels as described above at a frequency of at least once every 20 years through the period of extended operation.

Based on the evaluations provided in WCAP-15666, which has been approved by the staff, the applicant concluded that the above inspection methods and frequency are sufficient to ensure structural integrity of the RCP flywheels through the period of extended operation.

With regard to part (c), the applicant stated that some of the surface areas of the RCP flywheels are painted. However, the areas that are subject to inspection via volumetric, surface, and visual examinations are not painted. Therefore, the applicant concluded that the effectiveness of the NDE examinations performed on the RCP flywheel is not compromised.

The staff finds that the applicant has performed necessary volumetric, surface, and visual examinations of the flywheel at a frequency that was approved by the staff. Therefore, the staff finds that the examination of the flywheel is acceptable.

4. 7.1.3 UFSAR Supplement In RAI 4.7.1-5, dated December 21, 2007, the staff noted that the applicant failed to provide a summary description of its TLAA evaluation of the RCP flywheel in LRA Section A.2.2. By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant stated that a TLAA evaluation is not applicable because the RCP flywheel analysis is not a TLAA as defined in 10 CFR 54.3(a). The applicant explained 4-54 OAGI0001368 00914 that because the flywheel is not susceptible to stress corrosion cracking and the number of start/stop cycles bound the projected number of cycles for 60 years, the analysis is not a TLAA. As this analysis is not a TLAA, it is not included in LRA, Appendix A.2.2. The staff finds that the RCP flywheel analysis of WCAP-15666 is applicable for 60 years of operation.

Therefore, the RCP flywheel should not be considered as a TLAA and a summary description in LRA Section A.2.2 is not required.

4. 7. 1.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the RCP flywheel analyses are not TLAAs. The staff also concludes that a summary description of the TLAA evaluation in the UFSAR supplement is not needed because the RCP flywheel is not a TLAA and should not be considered for TLAA evaluation.
4. 7.2 Leak before Break 4. 7.2.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.7.2 summarizes the evaluation of LBB for the period of extended operation.

LBB analyses evaluate postulated flaw growth in piping and consider the thermal aging of cast austenitic stainless steel piping and fatigue transients that drive flaw growth over the operating life of the plant. Because these two analytic considerations could be influenced by time, LBB analyses are potential TLAAs. The IP2 structural design protects against the effects of postulated reactor coolant loop pipe ruptures.

LBB analyses documented in WCAP-10931, WCAP-10977, and WCAP-10977, Supplement 1, have time-related assumptions that include cast austenitic stainless steel thermal aging and fatigue crack growth analysis.

The IP3 structural design protects against the effects of postulated reactor coolant loop pipe ruptures.

LBB analyses documented in WCAP-8228, Appendix A, have time-related assumptions that include cast austenitic stainless steel thermal aging and fatigue crack growth analysis.

The following two paragraphs address these assumptions.

The first analytic consideration that could be influenced by time relates to the cast austenitic stainless steel material properties in the pipe fittings.

Thermal aging effect increases cast austenitic stainless steel yield strength and decreases its fracture toughness.

The decrease is in proportion to the level of ferrite in the material.

Thermal aging in these stainless steels continues until it reaches a saturation, or fully aged, point. The analyses used fully-aged toughness values. As the LBB evaluations for both units use saturated (fully-aged) fracture toughness properties, these analyses have no material property time-dependency and are not TLAAs. The second analytic consideration that could be influenced by time relates to the accumulation of actual fatigue transient cycles. A fatigue crack growth analysis of the RV inlet nozzle to safe-end region determined its sensitivity to small cracks. The analysis is focused on the nozzle to safe-end connection because crack growth calculated at this location represents that of the entire primary loop. 4-55 OAGI0001368 00915 The nozzle to safe-end connection configuration includes an SA-508 Class 2 or Class 3 stainless steel-clad nozzle connected to a stainless steel safe-end by a nickel-based alloy weld. Evaluation of crack growth from fatigue assumed the total allowable numbers of normal, upset, and test transients for the RV. The calculated fatigue crack growth for 40 years was very small (less than 50 mils) regardless of the material evaluated.

As noted in LRA Section 4.3. 1, the projections for 60 years of operation indicate that the numbers of significant IP2 or IP3 transients will not exceed design-analyzed values. 4. 7.2.2 Staff Evaluation The staff has approved application of the LBB approach for the main RCS piping at IP2 and IP3 (i.e., hot leg from the RV to the RCPs, the intermediate crossover pipe, and the cold leg from the steam generators to the RV). The LBB approach has not been applied to any other systems or branch lines. By letter dated February 23, 1989, the staff issued its safety evaluation approving the application of the LBB approach for RCS piping at IP2. The staff's approval was based on the technical basis of {1} WCAP-10977, "Technical Bases for Eliminating Large Primary Loop Pipe Rupture as the Structural Design Basis for Indian Point Unit 2," Original-November 1985; Revision 1-March 1986; and Revision 2-December 1986, (2) WCAP-10977, Supplement 1, "Additional Information in Support of the Technical Justification for Eliminating Large Primary Loop Pipe Rupture as the Structural Design Basis for Indian Point Unit 2," January 1989, and (3) WCAP-1 0931, Revision 1, "Toughness Criteria for Thermally Aged Cast Stainless Steel," July 1986. By letter dated March 10, 1986, the staff approved the application of LBB methods for IP3 primary loop piping based on the submitted Fracture Proof Design Corporation Report 80-121, Revision 1. However, LRA Section 4.7.2 states that IP3 LBB analyses have been documented in the Westinghouse report, WCAP-8228, which was not submitted to the NRC for review. In RAis 4.7.2-1, 4.7.2-2, and 4.7.2-4, dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked the applicant to confirm whether there are other applicable LBB analyses of record for IP3, and to provide a history and summary description of the analyses, including the parameters that were evaluated and conclusions reached for each analysis.

By letter dated January 17, 2008, the applicant explained that between 1981 and 1984 it performed original LBB analyses for the IP3 primary loop piping. These analyses took into account thermal aging effects on cast stainless steel components in the IP3 primary loop. Fracture Proof Design Corporation Report 80-121, Revision 1, documents the results of the 1984 LBB analyses.

The applicant updated its LBB analyses in 1997 in support of the Steam Generator Snubbers Deactivation Program at IP3 and documented the results in WCAP-8228, Revision 1, Appendix A. Subsequently, as part of the stretch power uprate for IP3, the applicant prepared WCAP-16212, including updated LBB analyses, to ensure that the elimination of the primary loop pipe breaks continues to be justified at the uprated operating conditions.

WCAP-16212 evaluated the effects of the stretch power uprate on the acceptability of the LBB status of the primary loop piping. WCAP-16212 determined that the LBB conclusions in Fracture Proof Design Corporation Report 80-121 and WCAP-8228, Revision 1, remain valid. As part of its 4-56 OAGI0001368 00916 review of the power uprate submittal, the staff concurred with the WCAP-16212 conclusion as shown in SER Section 3.6.6.1 for the IP3 stretch power uprate dated March 24, 2005. That safety evaluation discusses further the impact of power uprate on the LBB analyses.

The potential time-limited assumptions in WCAP-8228, Revision 1, Appendix A, and WCAP-16212 involve the thermal aging of cast austenitic stainless steel and the fatigue crack growth analysis.

These two assumptions are addressed below. Thermal Aging of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel. The RCS piping material for both IP2 and IP3 is SA 376 Type 316 forged austenitic stainless steel, while the fitting (i.e., elbows) material is SA 351 Type CF8M cast austenitic stainless steel. The first analysis consideration in WCAP-1 0977 (for IP2) and WCAP-8228, Appendix A (for IP3), which could be influenced by time is the material properties of cast austenitic stainless steel used in the pipe fittings.

Thermal aging causes an elevation in the yield strength of cast austenitic stainless steel and a decrease in fracture toughness due to the level of ferrite in the material.

Thermal aging in these stainless steels will continue until a saturation (i.e., fully aged} point is reached. WCAP-10977 and WCAP-8228, Appendix A, address the fracture toughness properties of statically cast CF8M stainless steel. Specifically, fully aged, bounding fracture toughness values were used to conservatively calculate the fracture toughness value (J value) for the cast fittings.

The IP3 LBB analysis uses the methodology of NUREG/CR-4513 and WCAP-1 0931 to determine saturation (fully aged) toughness values. The IP2 LBB analysis uses the methodology of WCAP-1 0931 to determine saturation (fully aged) toughness values. As the LBB evaluations for both units use saturated (fully aged} fracture toughness properties, these analyses do not have a material property time-dependency and are not considered a TLAA. The pre-service (normal} and the fully aged fracture toughness values (i.e., J 1 c, T mat. and Jmax} for IP2 were taken from WCAP-10977, Revision 2, as the lower bound values at 600 °F. These IP2 fracture toughness values also bound the IP3 locations evaluated in WCAP-8228, Revision 1. By letter dated May 19, 2000, Christopher I. Grimes of the NRC forwarded to Douglas J. Walters of the Nuclear Energy Institute an evaluation of thermal aging embrittlement of cast austenitic stainless steel components (ADAMS Accession No. ML003717179).

In that letter, the staff provided guidance on how to manage the aging of cast austenitic stainless steel components.

LRA Section 4.7.2 does not mention any AMP to manage the cast austenitic stainless steel components in LBB piping systems. In RAI 4.7.2-5, dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked the applicant to discuss whether the cast austenitic stainless steel components in the LBB piping satisfy the guidance in the staff's May 19, 2000, letter. In its January 17, 2008, letter, the applicant responded that the AMR results for cast austenitic stainless steel components are provided in LRA Section 3. The AMR results for cast austenitic stainless steel components in LRA Section 3 agree with the staff position expressed in the May 19, 2000, letter from Christopher I. Grimes. The applicant stated that the only cast austenitic stainless steel components to which LBB has been applied are pipe fittings (elbows).

These fittings will be screened based upon the molybdenum content, casting method, and ferrite content, then inspected*as appropriate, in accordance with the Grimes letter. This will be performed under 4-57 OAGI0001368 00917 AMP 8.1.37, 'Thermal Aging Embrittlement of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel (CASS) Program." This program is credited in multiple line items in LRA Tables 3.1.2-3 (IP2) and 3.1.2-3 (IP3) and, as described in LRA Section 8.1.37, will be consistent with the program described in GALL Report,Section XI.M12. The description of the program in LRA Appendix B references the Grimes letter of May 19, 2000. The staff has confirmed that LRA Section 3 does identify the thermal aging AMP to manage the cast austenitic stainless steel components and, therefore, this issue is resolved.

In RAis 4.7.2-3 and 4.7.2-6, dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked whether thermal aging causes an increase in the yield strength of cast austenitic stainless steel. In its January 17, 2008, letter, the applicant further clarified that the yield and ultimate strength used in the LBB analysis for both IP2 and IP3 were taken as the lower bound values because this resulted in the most limiting conditions.

The increase in the material yield strength was not credited in the analysis because the lower bound values bound the aged values. The applicant stated that the mechanical properties and fracture toughness values used in the LBB analyses for both IP2 and IP3 included the most limiting values for both the pre-service and fully aged conditions.

Since no additional drop in fracture toughness properties is expected once fully aged conditions are reached, these analyses are time independent and therefore bound the 60 year operating life. The staff confirmed that the applicant used the mechanical properties and fracture toughness values that bound the 60-year operating life for the cast austenitic stainless steel components in its LBB analysis.

The applicant has performed an acceptable TLAA evaluation and therefore this issue is resolved.

Fatigue Crack Growth. In its response to RAI 4.7.2-7, dated January 17, 2008, the applicant stated that the second analysis consideration which could be influenced by time is the accumulation of actual fatigue transient cycles used in WCAP-10977, Revision 2, and Supplement 1, and WCAP-8228, Appendix A. Westinghouse performed a generic fatigue crack growth analysis using the RV inlet nozzle to safe-end region to determine its sensitivity to the presence of small cracks. The nozzle to safe-end connection was selected because crack growth calculated at this location is representative of the entire primary loop. The nozzle to safe-end connection configuration includes an SA 508 Class 2 or Class 3 stainless steel clad nozzle connected to a stainless steel safe-end by a nickel-based alloy weld (Alloy 82/182). The applicant assumed four initial flaw sizes ranging from 0.292 inches to 0.425 inches and locations with three different materials-stainless steel, SA 508 low-alloy steel, and an lnconel weld cross-section.

For IP2 and IP3, the junction of the hot leg and the RV outlet nozzle is the bounding location for load and the fracture toughness associated with thermal aging occur in several pipe fittings.

These are joints where the hot leg meets the steam generators and the intermediate crossover leg, and the cold leg meets the RV inlet nozzle. The applicant used a fatigue crack growth rate law for the stainless steel clad low-alloy steel nozzle from ASME Code,Section XI. Fatigue crack growth rate laws for stainless steel and Alloy 600 in a pressurized-water reactor (PWR) environment were developed based on available industry literature.

These crack growth rate laws were applied based on all normal, 4-58 OAGI0001368 00918 upset, and test RV fatigue transients, thus resulting in projected rates of crack growth calculated in units of inches/cycle for ferritic steel, stainless steel, and Alloy 600. The applicant's LBB analyses show that the final crack size for small stable flaws varies by location within the primary coolant system loop piping. For each limiting location the final crack size satisfies LBB acceptance criteria because adequate margin exists between the calculated leak rate and the 1 gallon per minute criterion in RG 1.45, "Guidance in Monitoring and Responding to Reactor Coolant System Leakage." The applicant concluded that there is sufficient margin between detectable leaks and large stable flaws. In its response to RAI 4. 7 .2-9, dated January 17, 2008, the applicant stated that the transient conditions and associated number of cycles (for 40 years) used in the fatigue crack growth analysis are the design transients originally defined in the plant's equipment specifications and analyzed in the original component stress reports. USFAR Table 4.1-8, Revision 20, issued in 2006 for IP2, and US FAR Table 4.1-8, Revision 1, issued in 2005 for IP3, list the design transient cycles. The projected numbers of transient cycles for 60 years remain within these analyzed values. LRA Tables 4.3-1 and 4.3-2 include the design transients found in UFSAR Table 4.1-8. The applicant stated that it did not perform fatigue growth calculations for 60 years because the projected number of cycles for 60 years is less than the numbers of cycles used in the LBB analysis.

The 60-year projections for IP2 show that none of the transients that affect the nozzle inlet to safe-end fatigue analysis will exceed the analyzed cycles. The 60-year projections for IP3 show that no transient will exceed the number of analyzed cycles before the end of the period of extended operation.

The applicant stated that in WCAP-10977, Table 6.1, and WCAP-8228, Table 8-2, fatigue crack growth at IP2 and IP3 for 40 years was found to be very small based on the projected transients and stress intensity factors, regardless of the material evaluated.

The applicant stated that, as a result, there is reasonable assurance that the fatigue crack growth analyses presented in WCAP-10977 (IP2) and WCAP-8228 (IP3), Revision 1, Appendix A, remain valid during the period of extended operation.

The staff has determined that the fatigue crack growth calculation for the RCS piping in the LBB analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation because the 60-year projections for IP2 and IP3 show that no transient will exceed the number of analyzed cycles before the end of the period of extended operation.

Primary Water Stress-Corrosion Cracking.

'In RAI 4. 7.2-8, dated December 21, 2007, the staff noted that PWRs have experienced primacy water stress-corrosion cracking (PWSCC) in Alloy 82/182 weld material.

The staff questioned .how the applicant manages potential PWSCC of Alloy 82/182 weld material in LBB-approved RCS piping. In a letter dated January 17, 2008, as 4-59 OAGI0001368 00919 corrected by letter dated November 6, 2008, the applicant identified the following LBB-approved RCS piping components that contain Alloy 82/182 weld material.

Alloy 82/182 Welds in LBB-Approved Piping at Indian Point Unit 2 Weld ID Number Piping Identification Pipe Size Reactor Vessel Nozzle RPVS-21-1A Primary Coolant Loop 21 {Outlet) 29" 1.0. RPVS-21-14A Primary Coolant Loop 21 {Inlet) 27'!1:!"1.0.

RPVS-22-1A Primary Coolant Loop 22 {Outlet) 29" 1.0. RPVS-22-14A Primary Coolant Loop 22 {Inlet) 27%"1.0. RPVS-23-1A Primary Coolant Loop 23 {Outlet) 29" 1.0. RPVS-23-14A Primary Coolant Loop 23 {Inlet) 27'!1:!"1.0.

RPVS-24-1A Primary Coolant Loop 24 {Outlet) 291.0. RPVS-24-14A Primary Coolant Loop 24 {Inlet) 27'!1:!"1.0.

Alloy 82/182 Welds in LBB-Approved Piping at Indian Point Unit 3 Weld ID Number Piping Identification Pipe Size Reactor Vessel Nozzle INT-1-4100-1{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 31 {Outlet) 29" 1.0. INT-1-4100-16{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 31 {Inlet) 27%" 1.0. INT-1-4200-1{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 32 (Outlet) 29" 1.0. INT-1-4200-16{DM)

Primary Coolant Loop 32 {Inlet) 27%"1.0. INT-1-4300-1{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 33 {Outlet) 29" 1.0. INT-1-4300-16{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 33 {Inlet) 27%"1.0. INT-1-4400-1{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 34 {Outlet) 29" 1.0. INT-1-4400-16{0M)

Primary Coolant Loop 34 {Inlet) 27%" 1.0. The applicant stated that these welds are routinely inspected as part of the lSI Program. The applicant volumetrically inspected the subject welds in IP2 in spring 2006 and in IP3 in fall 1999, 4-60 OAGI0001368 00920 with no unacceptable indications.

Because the applicant has inspected the subject Alloy 82/182 welds per the lSI Program, the staff's concern in the RAI is resolved.

Impact of Power Uprate on LBB Analyses.

By letters dated May 22, 2003, and October 27, 2004 (ADAMS Accession Nos. ML031420375 and ML042960007, respectively), the staff approved measurement uncertainty and stretch power uprate applications for IP2. By letters dated November 26, 2002, and March 24, 2005 (ADAMS Accession Nos. ML023290636 and ML050600380, respectively), the staff approved measurement uncertainty and stretch power uprate applications for IP3. In RAI 4. 7.2-10, dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked the applicant whether the results of the 40-year LBB analyses bound the conditions at the end of 60 years, in light of the power uprates. In its January 17, 2008, letter, the applicant responded that the original LBB analyses for IP2 and IP3 will remain valid during the period of extended operation because they are not "40-year analyses," but rather they are analyses based on saturated material properties and numbers of design transients that will not be exceeded in 60 years. WCAP-16156-P, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit No.2, Stretch Power Uprate NSSS Engineering Report," issued February 2004 for IP2, and WCAP-16211-P, "Power Uprate Project, Indian Point Unit 3 Power Plant, NSSS Engineering Report," issued June 2004 for IP3, address the effects of the power uprate on the original LBB analyses.

The LBB analysis for both IP2 and IP3 used a Westinghouse-proprietary methodology which the staff has previously reviewed and approved.

Although the Westinghouse methodology is consistent with the methodology provided in NUREG-1 061, Volume 3, these two methodologies are not exactly the same. In some cases, the Westinghouse methodology is more conservative while in other cases, the NUREG-1061, Volume 3, methodology is slightly more conservative.

However, both methods provide sufficient margins of safety to ensure that leakage from a crack under normal operating loads would be detected by the existing leak detection systems and that the crack would not result in pipe failure under postulated accident loads. The staff previously found that the original LBB analyses for IP2 and IP3 are acceptable under the power uprate conditions.

The LBB analyses use material properties and transient conditions that satisfy 60 years. Therefore, the LBB analyses are acceptable for use for the extended period of operation.

On LRA page 4.7-2, the applicant asserted that the IP2 and IP3 analyses remain valid during the period of extended operation, in accordance with 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(i), on the basis of its evaluation of fatigue crack growth and thermal aging of cast austenitic stainless steel. In RAI 4.7.2-11, dated December 21, 2007, the staff asked the applicant to discuss whether the leakage calculations, crack stability, and capability of the reactor coolant leakage detection system in the original LBB analyses will be affected as a result of the extended period of operation.

The staff questioned whether there are time-dependency parameters in the LBB calculations other than fatigue crack growth and thermal aging of cast austenitic stainless steel. In its January 17, 2008, letter, the applicant responded that the leakage calculations for both IP2 and IP3 were based on the operating loads, the material properties, and the through-wall crack length for each of the bounding locations.

Since the number of fatigue cycles analyzed bounds the period of extended operation, and since the evaluations used the fully aged fracture toughness values, the bounding flaw size and the material properties also are bounding for 60 years. The normal operating loads are unaffected by the additional 20 years of operation because the operating conditions are not changed for the period of extended operation.

4-61 OAGI0001368 00921 Therefore, the leakage calculations performed in support of LBB for 40 years of operation remain valid for the additional 20 years of operation.

The applicant performed crack stability analyses using the most limiting fracture toughness values considering both the pre-service conditions as well as the fully aged conditions.

Because no additional drop in fracture toughness properties is expected once fully aged conditions are reached, these analyses are time independent and therefore bound the 60-year operating life. The leak detection systems for both IP2 and IP3 are based on the following (1) containment air radioactive particulate monitor, (2) containment air radioactive gas monitor (sensitivity variable depending on the amount of fuel clad leakage to provide radioactive gas to the coolant), (3) containment sump monitor, and (4) fan cooler unit condensate flow rate monitor. The applicant stated that the capability of the leak detection system components remains unchanged from that represented in the staff's SERs approving LBB for each unit. The staff finds that the original LBB analyses for the RCS piping will not be affected by the additional 20 years of operation in terms of leakage calculations, leak detection system capability, and crack stability.

Therefore, the LBB analyses are applicable to the extended period of operation.

4. 7.2.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of LBB in LRA Sections A.2.2.5 and A.3.2.5 for IP2 and IP3, respectively.

On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address LBB is adequate and acceptable.

4. 7.2.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), that, for LBB, the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.7.3 Steam Generator Flow-Induced Vibration and Tube Wear 4. 7.3.1 Summary of Technical Information in the Application LRA Section 4.7.3 summarizes the evaluation of steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear for the period of extended operation.

The IP2 steam generators were evaluated on the basis of flow-induced vibration (tube wear) for the power increase.

The analysis of the effects of steam generator flow-induced vibration on tube wear assumed 40 years of operation.

The IP2 replacement steam generators went into service in January 2000 and will have less than 40 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation (September 2033); therefore, the analysis of flow-induced vibration effects on tube wear will remain valid through the end of the period of extended operation.

4-62 OAGI0001368 00922 The IP3 steam generators were evaluated as to flow-induced vibration on tube wear for the power increase.

The maximum pre-uprate predicted tube wear was 1.3 mils. As a result of the 4.8-percent uprate, tube wear increased 87 percent. The post-uprate wear over 40 years is approximately 2.4 mils (approximately 4.9 percent through-wall wear). This amount of wear will not affect tube integrity significantly.

The IP3 replacement steam generators went into service in 1989 and will have 46.5 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation (2035); therefore, this analysis is a TLM. As tube wear is a result of time in service, it is appropriate to project the additional wear for the period of extended operation as 46.5/40 times the 40-year wear. Projected wear is 2.8 mils (approximately 5.7 percent through-wall) by the end of the period of extended operation, still well below the allowable 40-percent through-wall wear depth (20 mils); hence, tube wear during the period of extended operation will not be unacceptably high, and the IP3 tube wear TLM has been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

4. 7.3.2 Staff Evaluation The staff reviewed LRA Section 4.7.3, to verify that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(i), the analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation and that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

The IP2 replacement steam generators were installed in January of 2000. The applicant stated that the design life of the replacement steam generators extends to 2040, which exceeds the period of extended operation sought in its LRA. The applicant concludes that the steam generator flow-induced vibration analysis remains valid for the period of extended operation.

In addition to a valid flow-induced vibration analysis, the IP2 steam generators are designed to minimize the potential for flow-induced vibration to occur. Steam generator tubes are supported to minimize excessive vibration which could be detrimental to their structural integrity.

The impact of flow-induced vibration will most likely cause tube wear at the intersection of vibration bars and the tubes. However, periodic inspections conducted in accordance with the applicant's Steam Generator Integrity Program will ensure that any potential tube wear is monitored and detected.

On the basis of the information the applicant submitted, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), the TLAA of flow-induced vibration on steam generator tubes remain valid for the period of extended operation and is therefore acceptable.

The IP3 replacement steam generators went into service in 1989 and will have 46.5 years of service at the end of the period of extended operation.

The licensee projected the additional wear rate for the period of extended operation.

The projected wear is well below the allowable wear depth. The staff reviewed and confirmed the licensee's analysis.

In addition to a valid induced vibration analysis, the IP3 steam generators are designed to minimize the potential for flow-induced vibration to occur. Steam generator tubes are supported to minimize excessive vibration which could be detrimental to their structural integrity.

The impact of flow-induced vibration will most likely cause tube wear at the intersection of antivibration bars and the tubes. However, periodic inspections conducted in accordance with the applicant's Steam Generator Integrity Program will monitor and detect any potential tube wear. On the basis of the information the applicant submitted, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated that, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)( 1 )(ii), the TLM of flow-induced vibration on steam generator 4-63 OAGI0001368 00923 tubes has been projected to the end of the period' of extended operation and is therefore acceptable.

4. 7.3.3 UFSAR Supplement The applicant provided a UFSAR supplement summary description of its TLAA evaluation of steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear in LRA Sections A.2.2.6 and A.3.2.6. On the basis of its review of the UFSAR supplement, the staff concludes that the summary description of the applicant's actions to address steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear is adequate.
4. 7.3.4 Conclusion On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has demonstrated, pursuant to 10 CFR 54.21 (c)(1 )(i), that, for IP2, the steam generator flow-induced vibration and tube wear analyses remain valid for the period of extended operation.

The applicant also has demonstrated, pursuant to10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), that, for IP3, the analyses have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation.

The staff also concludes that the UFSAR supplement contains an appropriate summary description of the TLAA evaluation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(d).

4.8 Conclusion for TLAAs The staff reviewed the information in LRA Section 4, "Time-Limited Aging Analyses." On the basis of its review, the staff concludes that the applicant has provided a sufficient list of TLAAs, as defined in 10 CFR 54.3, and that the applicant has demonstrated that (1) the TLAAs remain valid for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(i), (2) the TLAAs have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1)(ii), or (3) the effects of aging on intended function(s) will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(1

)(iii). The staff also reviewed the UFSAR supplement for the TLAAs and finds that the supplement contains descriptions of the TLAAs sufficient to satisfy the requirements of 10 CFR 54.21 (d). In addition, the staff concludes, as required by 10 CFR 54.21(c)(2), that no plant-specific, TLAA-based exemptions are in effect. With regard to these matters, the staff concludes that reasonable assurance exists that the activities authorized by the renewed licenses will continue to be conducted in accordance with the CLB and that any changes made to the CLB, in order to comply with 10 CFR 54.29(a), are in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and NRC regulations.

4-64 OAGI0001368 00924 SECTION 5 REVIEW BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON REACTOR SAFEGUARDS The NRC staff issued its safety evaluation report with open items related to the renewal of operating licenses for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 on January 15, 2009. On March 4, 2009, the applicant presented its license renewal application (LRA) and the staff presented its review findings to the ACRS Plant License Renewal Subcommittee.

The staff reviewed the applicant's comments on the SER with open items and completed its review of the LRA. The staff's final evaluation is documented in an SER that was issued by letter dated August 11, 2009. During the 565th meeting of the ACRS, September 10, 2009 through September 12, 2009, the ACRS completed its review of the Indian Point LRA and the NRC staff's SER. The ACRS documented its findings in a report to the Commission dated September 23, 2009. A copy of that letter is provided on the following pages . .... 5-1 OAGI0001368 00925 UNITED STATES NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON REACTOR SAFEGUARDS WASHINGTON, DC 20555-0001 The Honorable Gregory B. Jaczko Chairman U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 September 23, 2009

SUBJECT:

REPORT ON THE SAFETY ASPECTS OF THE LICENSE RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR THE INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3

Dear Chairman Jaczko:

During the 565th meeting of the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards, September 10-12, 2009, we completed our review of the license renewal application for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3), and the final Safety Evaluation Report (SER) prepared by the NRC staff. Our Plant License Renewal Subcommittee also reviewed this matter during its meeting on March 4, 2009. During these reviews, we had the benefit of discussions with representatives of the NRC staff, Riverkeeper Inc., and Entergy Nuclear Operations Inc. (Entergy or the applicant).

We also had the benefit of the documents referenced.

This report fulfills the requirement of 10 CFR 54.25 that the ACRS review and report on all license renewal applications.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

1. The programs established and committed to by the applicant to manage age-related degradation provide reasonable assurance that IP2 and IP3 can be operated in accordance with their current licensing bases for the period of extended operation without undue risk to the health and safety of the public. 2. The Entergy application for renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3 should be approved.

BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION IP2 and IP3 are Westinghouse 4-loop pressurized water reactors with large, dry ambient pressure containments.

They are located approximately 24 miles north of the New York City boundary line. The current licensed power rating of each of the Indian Point units is 3,216 megawatts thermal with a gross electrical output of approximately 1,080 megawatts.

Entergy requested renewal of the IP2 and IP3 operating licenses for 20 years beyond the current license terms, which expire on September 28, 2013, for IP2 and December 12, 2015, for IP3. In the final SER, the staff documented its review of the license renewal application and other information submitted by the applicant or obtained from the staff audits and inspections at the 5-2 OAGI0001368 00926 plant site. The staff reviewed the completeness of the applicant's identification of the structures, systems, and components (SSCs) that are within the scope of license renewal; the integrated plant assessment process; the applicant's identification of the plausible aging mechanisms associated with passive, long-lived components; the adequacy of the applicant's Aging Management Programs (AMPs); and the identification and assessment of time-limited aging analyses (TLMs) requiring review. In the license renewal application, Entergy identified the SSCs that fall within the scope of license renewal. For these SSCs, the applicant performed a comprehensive aging management review. Based on this review, the applicant will implement 41 AMPs for license renewal, including 10 new programs, and 31 existing programs of which 16 are enhanced and 9 have exceptions to the Generic Aging Lessons Learned (GALL} Report. The Entergy application either demonstrates consistency with the GALL Report or documents deviations to the specified approaches in this Report. The Entergy application includes several exceptions to the GALL Report. We reviewed these exceptions and agree with the staff that they are acceptable.

The staff conducted five license renewal audits and four inspections at the Indian Point site. The audits verified the appropriateness of the seeping and screening methodology, AMPs, aging management review, and TLMs. The site inspections verified that the license renewal requirements are appropriately implemented.

Based on the audits and inspections, the staff concluded in the final SER that the proposed activities will adequately manage the effects of aging of SSCs identified in the application and that the intended functions of these SSCs will be maintained during the period ofextended operation.

We agree with this conclusion.

The applicant identified the systems and components requiring TLMs and reevaluated them for the period of extended operation.

The staff concluded that the applicant has provided an adequate list of TLAAs. Further, the staff concluded that the applicant has met the requirements of the License Renewal Rule by demonstrating that the TLAAs will remain valid for the period of extended operation, or that the TLAAs have been projected to the end of the period of extended operation, or that the aging effects will be adequately managed for the period of extended operation.

In 1992, a leak was detected in the IP2 spent fuel pool liner. The leak was determined to be the result of work performed in the spent fuel pool during 1990. Repairs were made to the liner and the structural integrity of the spent fuel pool was evaluated.

The evaluation included testing of core bore samples of the concrete to confirm that the structure could perform its intended design function.

Leakage was observed again in 2005. The applicant performed additional testing and inspections ofthe spent pool liner using visual, robotic camera, and vacuum box testing techniques.

This testing identified a pin-hole leak in a weld. The weld flaw was attributed to original construction of the spent fuel pool and was not attributed to any age related degradation mechanism.

The leak was repaired and, currently, there is no evidence of continued leakage from the IP2 spent fuel pool. The applicant has committed to a quarterly sampling program to test for changes in tritium concentrations in groundwater in close proximity to the IP2 spent fuel pool. The applicant has installed over 40 monitoring wells, most of which are multi-level and range up to 300 feet in depth. These wells are configured with level transducers and sample ports for chemical and 5-3 OAGI0001368 00927 radiological sampling.

Any significant changes in the groundwater, such as an increase in the tritium level, will be evaluated as an indication of potential leakage from the IP2 spent fuel pool. If leakage is identified in the future, it will be resolved using the applicant's corrective action program. The staff reviewed Entergy's evaluations, corrective actions, and commitments relative to the IP2 spent fuel pool. Based on the inspections previously conducted and Entergy's commitment to monitor the groundwater samples, the staff concluded that there is reasonable assurance that any future degradation of the IP2 spent fuel pool would be detected.

Results from the tritium groundwater monitoring program were used with other information to confirm the source and extent of the leak in the IP2 spent fuel pool. The applicant indicated that the tritium monitoring program will continue to be used to assess the effectiveness of repairs to the IP2 spent fuel pool and to identify any further corrective actions prior to loss of intended functions.

Therefore, the staff concluded that the effects of aging will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.

We concur with the staff's conclusions.

The refueling cavity at IP2 has had a history of leakage at the upper elevations of the stainless steel cavity liner when flooded during refueling outages. Once the water gets through flaws in the liner, it travels through gaps in the concrete down to the lower level of the containment where it is collected and pumped to the radioactive waste processing system. Previous corrective actions have reduced, but not eliminated, the leakage. Entergy has performed several inspections and analyses to provide assurance that the leakage is not affecting other structures and that the affected structures remain fully capable of performing their intended design function.

To provide additional assurance of the structural integrity, the applicant has committed to perform another inspection that includes taking and analyzing core bore samples of the concrete in affected structures prior to the period of extended operation.

Chemical analysis of the water collecting in the lower level of containment will also be performed.

During the next three refueling outages, Entergy will perform evaluations and repairs of the liner in an attempt to eliminate the leakage. If the planned repairs do not eliminate the leakage, Entergy will re-inspect the concrete structure and perform chemical analysis of the water prior to the tenth year of the extended period of operation.

The staff evaluated Entergy's inspections and analyses of the structures affected by the leakage. Entergy's mitigation plan and commitments for future inspections were also reviewed.

Based on the inspections conducted to date and the actions Entergy is planning to take prior to and during the period of extended operation, the staff concluded that the aging effects on the IP2 refueling cavity concrete will be adequately managed during the period of extended operation.

We concur with the staff's conclusion.

In 1973, IP2 experienced a transient in which hot steam and water from a feedwater line leak sprayed onto an uninsulated portion of the containment liner. As a result of the rapid temperature change, the liner buckled and deformed in the affected area. Repairs were made to the liner and the containment was returned to service. Since the 1973 transient, Integrated Leak Rate Tests and inspections have been performed and have confirmed that the containment liner has not experienced any degradation following the repairs. Entergy will perform another inspection of the affected area prior to the period of extended operation.

The staff reviewed Entergy's evaluation and inspection results as well as the monitoring plan and commitments for the containment liner inspections and tests. The staff concluded that the applicant's commitments for future monitoring provide adequate assurance that the 5-4 OAGI0001368 00928 containment liner will remain capable of performing its intended design function during the period of extended operation.

We concur with the staff's conclusions.

Entergy predicts that both the IP2 and IP3 reactor vessels will have Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy (USE) values slightly less than 50 ft-lbs at the end of the period of extended operation.

IP2 is projected to be at 48.3 ft-lbs and IP3 is projected to be at 49.8 ft-lbs. When a USE value is projected to be less than 50 ft-lbs, 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G requires that an applicant demonstrate margins of safety against fracture equivalent to those required by Appendix G of Section XI of the ASME Code. Appendix K of ,l\SME Code Section XI and ASME Code Case N-512 provide criteria for reactor vessels with Charpy USE values less than 50 ft-lbs. Entergy submitted an equivalent margins analysis demonstrating the applicability of WCAP-13587, Revision 1 to both IP2 and IP3. WCAP-13587, Revision 1 demonstrates that 4-loop plants can meet ASME Code requirements with a Charpy USE of 43 ft-lbs. The staff reviewed Entergy's equivalent margins analysis and concluded that IP2 and IP3 meet the requirements of 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix G for the projected Charpy USE values. We concur with the staff's conclusion.

Industry experience with leaks in buried piping and tanks has revealed the need for an inspection program. As a result of Indian Point operating experience, such as the recent IP2 condensate return line leak, Entergy amended its buried piping and tanks inspection program to include additional testing of buried components.

They have committed to 51 inspections prior to entering the period of extended operation and additional periodic inspections during the period of extended operation.

This inspection and monitoring program is consistent with the GALL Report and significantly exceeds the minimum number of inspections required in similar programs at other plants. The staff reviewed Entergy's amended buried piping and tanks inspection program and concluded it was adequate to manage aging effects. We concur with the staff's conclusion.

We agree with the staff that there are no issues related to the matters described in 10 CFR 54.29(a)(1) and (a)(2) that preclude renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3. The programs established and committed to by Entergy provide reasonable assurance that IP2 and IP3 can be operated in accordance with their current licensing bases for the period of extended operation without undue risk to the health and safety of the public. The Entergy application for renewal of the operating licenses for IP2 and IP3 should be approved.

Sincerely, Mario V. Bonaca Chairman 5-5 OAGI0001368 00929 REFERENCES

1. Memorandum to Edwin M. Hackett, Executive Director, ACRS, transmitting the NRC Final Safety Evaluation Report for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 License Renewal Application -Safety Evaluation Report, August 18, 2009 (ML092250413 and ML092240268)
2. Letter from F.R. Dacimo (Entergy) to U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, transmitting the Application to Renew the Operating Licenses of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units No.2 and 3, April23, 2007 (ML071210512)
3. U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, "Generic Aging Lessons Learned (GALL) Report," NUREG-1801, Volumes 1 & 2, Revision 1, September 2005 (ML052110005 and ML052110006)
4. Letter from Kimberly Green, Safety Project Manager, NRR, to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Audit Reports Regarding the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application," January 13, 2009 (ML083540625)
5. Letter from R. J. Conte, Chief, Engineering Branch 1, Region 1, to J. Pollock, Site Vice President, Entergy, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 :-NRC License Renewal Inspection Report 05000247/2008006 and 05000286/2008006," August 1, 2008 (ML082140149)
6. Letter from P. Musegaas, Esq. and D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to M. V. Bonaca, Chairman, ACRS, "Comments to the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards on the Indian Point License Renewal Application and Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items," February 27, 2009 (ML092640558)
7. Letter from P. Musegaas, Esq. and D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to 0. L. Maynard, ACRS, "Follow-up Comments to the ACRS on the Indian Point License Renewal Application and Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items," dated April 16, 2009(ML091170625)
8. Letter from D. Brancato, Staff Attorney, Riverkeeper, to M. V. Bonaca, Chairman, ACRS, "September 10-12, 2009 ACRS Meeting to Discuss License Renewal Application and Final Safety Evaluation (SER) Report for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3," September 4, 2009 (ML092540360)
9. Letter from M. W. Hodges, NRR, toW. Rasin, Vice President and Director, Nuclear Management and Resources Council, "Staff Safety Assessment of Report WCAP-13587, Revision 1, "Reactor Vessel Upper Shelf Energy Bounding Evaluation for Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactors," September 1993," April 21, 1994 (ML090580069) 5-6 OAGI0001368 00930 SECTION 6 . CONCLUSION The staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff) reviewed the license renewal application (LRA) for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, in accordance with NRC regulations and NUREG-1800, Revision 1, "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants," dated September 2005. Title 10, Section 54.29, of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 54.29) sets the standards for issuance of a renewed license. Pursuant to 10 CFR 54.29(a), the Commission may issue a renewed license if finds that actions have been identified and have been or will be taken, such that there is reasonable assurance that the activities authorized by the renewed license will continue to be conducted in accordance with the current licensing basis (CLB). On the basis of its review of the LRA, the staff determines that the requirements of 10 CFR 54.29(a) have been met. The staff notes that any requirements of 10 CFR Part 51, Subpart A, will be documented in Supplement 38 to NUREG-1437, "Generic Environmental Impact Statement for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants Regarding Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3." 6-1 OAGI0001368 00931 OAGI0001368 00932 Appendix A 0AGI0001368_00933 OAGI0001368 00934 APPENDIX A INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS During the review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (IP2 and IP3), license renewal application (LRA) by the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff), Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant) made commitments related to aging management programs (AMPs) to manage the aging effects for certain structures and components during the period of extended operation.

The following table lists these commitments along with the applicant's stated implementation schedules and sources for each commitment.

A-1 OAGI0001368 00935 APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AN.D j LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS

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Schedule I 1 Enhance the Above Ground Steel Tanks Program for IP2 and A2.1.1 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 IP3 to perform thickness measurements of the bottom surfaces A.3.1.1 2013 of the condensate storage tanks, city water tank, and fire water 1P3: December 12, I tanks once during the first ten years of the period of extended B.1.1 2015 operation.

Enhance the Above Ground Steel Tanks Program for IP2 and IP3 to require trending of thickness

  • measurements when material loss is detected.

2 Enhance the Bolting Integrity Program for IP2 and IP3 to clarify A.2.1.2 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 that actual yield strength is used in selecting materials for low A:3.1.2 2013 NL-07-153 susceptibility to SCC and clarify the prohibition on use of I lubricants containing MoS 2 for bolting. B.1.2 IP3: December 12, I 2015 The Bolting Integrity Program manages loss of preload and loss Audit Items 201, 241, of material for all external bolting. 270 i 0 )> G> 0 0 A-2 0 ..... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D (.,) (j) 0 )> G> 0 0 0 _.. (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D (.,) ...... APPENDix A: INDIAN POINT NucLEAR ONrr Nos. 2 AND 3 ucENsE RENEWAL coMMITMENi:s.:r

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Commitment Implement the Buried Piping and Tanks Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.6. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.M34, Buried Piping and Tanks Inspection.

Include in the Buried Piping and Tanks Inspection Program described in LRA Section 8.1.6 a risk assessment of in-scope buried piping and tanks that includes consideration of the impacts of buried piping or tank leakage and of conditions affecting the risk for corrosion.

Classify pipe segments and tanks as having a high, medium or low impact of leakage based on the safety class, the hazard posed by fluid contained in the piping and the impact of leakage on reliable plant operation.

Determine corrosion risk through consideration of piping or tank material, soil resistivity, drainage, the presence of cathodic protection and the type of coating. E§itablish inspection priority and frequency for periodic inspections of the in-scope piping and tanks based on the results of the risk assessment.

Perform inspections using inspection techniques with demonstrated effectiveness.

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  • A.2.1.5 IIP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 A.3.1.5 2013 I NL-07-153 8.1.6 IP3: December 12, I NL-09-106 2015 Audit Item 173 I NL-09-111 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 100 0 0 <D (.,) 00 4 APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS Item Number Commitment UFSAR Applicant's Source Supplement Section/ Implementation LRASection Schedule Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to include A.2.1.8 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 cleaning and inspection of the IP2 GT -1 gas turbine fuel oil 2013 storage tanks, IP2 and IP3 EDG fuel oil day tanks, IP2 A,3.1.8 NL-07-153 SBO/Appendix R diesel generator fuel oil day tank, and IP3 8,1.9 IP3: December 12, NL-08-057 Appendix R fuel oil storage tank and day tank once every ten 2015 years.

Items 128, 129, Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to include 132,491,492,510 quarterly sampling arid analysis of the IP2 SBO/Appendix R -diesel generator fuel oil day tank, IP2 security diesel fuel oil storage tank, IP2 security diesel fuel oil day tank, and IP3 Appendix R fuel oil storage tank. Particulates, water and sediment checks will be performed on the samples. Filterable solids acceptance criterion will be less than or equal to 1 Omg/1. Water and sediment acceptance criterion will be less than or equal to 0.05%. Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to include thickness measurement of the bottom surface of the following tanks once every ten years. IP2: EDG fuel oil storage tanks, EDG fuel oil day tanks, SBO/Appendix R diesel generator fuel oil day tank, GT -1 gas turbine fuel oil storage tanks, and diesel fire pump fuel oil storage tank; IP3: EDG fuel oil day tanks, Appendix R fuel oil storage tank, and diesel fire pump fuel oil J storage tank. Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to change the analysis for water and particulates to a quarterly frequency for the following tanks .. IP2: GT-1 gas turbine fuel oil storage tanks and diesel fire pump fuel oil storage tank; IP3: Appendix R fuel oil day tank and diesel fire pump fuel oil storage tank. -A-4

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Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to specify acceptance criteria for thickness measurements of the fuel oil storage tanks within the scope of the program. Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to direct samples be taken and include direction to remove water when detected.

Revise applicable procedures to direct sampling of the onsite portable fuel oil contents prior to transferring the contents prior to transferring the contents to storage. Enhance the Diesel Fuel Monitoring Program to direct the addition of chemicals including biocide when the presence of biological activity is confirmed.

5 Enhance the External Surfaces Monitoring Program for IP2 and A.2.1.10 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 IP3 to include periodic inspections of systems in scope and 2013 subject to aging management review for license renewal in A.3.1.10 accordance with 10 CFR 54.4(a)( 1) and (a)(3). Inspections 8.1.11 IP3: December 12, shall include areas surrounding subject systems to identify 2015 hazards to those systems.

Inspections of nearby systems that could impact the subject systems will include SSCs that are in scope and subject to aging management review for license renewal in accordance with 10 CFR 54.4(a)(2).

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Enhance the Fatigue Monitoring Program for IP2 to monitor steady state cycles and feedwater cycles or perform an evaluation to determine monitoring is not required.

Review the number of allowed events and resolve discrepancies between reference documents and monitoring procedures.

Enhance the Fatigue Monitoring Program for IP3 to include all the transients identified.

Assure all fatigue analysis transients are included with the lowest limiting numbers. Update the number of design transients accumulated to date. A-6 UFSAR Supplement Section/ LRASection A.2.1.11 A.3.1.11 8.1.12 Audit Item 164 Applicant's I Source Implementation Schedule IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 2013 I NL-07-153 IP3: December 12, 2015 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) O'l 100 0 0 <D ""' 7 ...

INDIAN POINT NUCLEARGENERATING UNITNOS. 2 AND 3UCENSE Item N u'rriber ** Commitment . -* I ' -... Enhance the Fire Protection Program to inspect external surfaces of the IP3 RCP oil coflection systems for loss of material each refueling cycle. Enhance the Fire Protection Program to explicitly state that the ,IP2 and IP3 diesel fire pump engine (including the fuel supply line) shall be observed while the pump is running. Acceptance criteria will be revised to verify that the diesel engine does not exhibit signs of degradation while running; such as fuel oil, lube oil, coolant, or exhaust gas leakage. Enhance the Fire Protection Program to specify that the IP2 and IP3 diesel fire pump engine carbon steel exhaust components are inspected for evidence of corrosion and cracking at least once each operating cycle. Enhance the Fire Protection Program for IP3 to visually inspect the cable spreading room, 480V switchgear room,. and EDG room C0 2 fire suppression system for signs of degradation, such as corrosion and mechanical damage at least once every six months. A-7 UFSAR Supplement Section/ 'LRA Section A.2.1.12 A.3.1.12 8.1.13 Applicant's Implementation Schedule * .. * .. _*:,__,; ... IP2: September 28, INL-07-039 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (,) (j) 00 10 0 <D .j>.. APPENDix A: INmAN uNrr Nos. 2 ANo 3 ucENse

-*Item Number I' *' 8 *"' ,/ *,'; '. '-,* ' I ,.,< '.. . --** Commitment . '*; .;'* Enhance the Fire Water Program to include inspection of IP2 and IP3 hose reels for evidence ofcorrosion.

Acceptance criteria will be revised to verify no unacceptable signs of degradation.

Enhance the Fire Water Program to a sample of IP2 and IP3 sprinkler heads required for 1 0 CFR 50.48 using guidance of NFPA 25 (2002 edition), Section 5.3.1.1.1 before the end of the 50-year sprinkler head service life and at 10-year intervals thereafter during the extended period of operation to ensure that signs of degradation, such as corrosion, are detected in a timely manner. Enhance the Fire Water Program to perform wall thickness evaluations of IP2 and IP3 fire protection piping on system components using non-intrusive techniques (e.g., volumetric

  • testing) to identify evidence of loss of material due to corrosion.

These inspections will be performed before the end of the current operating term and at intervals thereafter during the period of extended Results of the initial evaluations will be used to determine the appropriate inspection interval to ensure aging effects are identified prior to loss of intended function.

Enhance the Fire Water Program to inspect the internal surface of the IP3 foam based fire suppression tanks. Acceptance criteria will be enhanced to verify no significant corrosion.

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\Appiieant's Supplement Sectiont ;, ,lri1pleme11tation LRA Section . *:-)'*schedule A.2.1.13 A.3.1.13 8.1.14 Audit Items 1 as, 106 IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 NL-07-153 NL-08-014 9 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ..... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D """" (.,) . APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS Item Number "" .*,;., . * .! . Commitment

-;-.. ... :;; .. .: ... * .. Enhance the Flux Thimble Tube Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 to implement comparisons to wear rates identified in WCAP-12866.

Include provisions to compare data to the previous performances and perform evaluations regarding change to test frequency and scope. Enhance the Flux Thimble Tube Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 to specify the acceptance criteria as outlined in WCAP-12866 or other plant-specific values based on evaluafion of previous test results. t_. Enhance the Flux Thimble Tube Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 to direct evaluation and performance of corrective actions based on tubes that exceed or are projected to exceed the acceptance criteria.

Also stipulate that flux thimble tubes that cannot be inspected over the tube length and cannot be shown by analysis to be satisfactory for continued service, must be removed from service to ensure the integrity of the reactor coolant system pressure boundary.

A-9 UFSAR Supplement Section/ LRASection A:2.1.15 A3.1.15 8.1.16 Applicant's Implementation Schedule Source IP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D ""'" ""'" APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUGLEAifGENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS Item Number 10 Commitment UFSAR Supplement Section/ LRASection Enhance the Heat Exchanger Monitoring Program for IP2 and I A 2 1 16 IP3 to include the following heat exchangers in the scope of the * *

  • program. A.3.1.16 * * * * * * *
  • Safety injection pump lube oil heat exchangers RHR heat exchangers RHR pump seal coolers Non-regenerative heat exchangers Charging pump seal water heat exchangers Charging pump fluid drive coolers Charging pump crankcase oil coolers Spent fuel pit heat exchangers Secondary system steam generator sample coolers Waste gas compressor heat exchangers SBO/Appendix R diesel jacket water heat exchanger (IP2 only) Enhance the Heat Exchanger Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to perform visual inspection on heat exchangers where non-destructive examination, such as eddy current inspection, is not possible due to heat exchanger design limitations.

Enhance the Heat Exchanger Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to include consideration of material-environment combinations when determining sample population of heat exchangers.

A-10 6.1.17 Audit Item 52 ..

Schedule IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 NL-07-153 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D ""'" (J1 INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2.AND 3LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS

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Enhance the Heat Exchanger Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to establish minimum tube wall thickness for the new heat exchangers identified in the scope of the program. Establish acceptance criteria for heat exchangers visually inspected to include no unacceptable signs of degradation. . ... -* ... 11 Deleted Not applicable Not applicable NL-09-056

... -. 12 Enhance Masonry Wall for_IP2 and IP3 to specify A.2.1_18 1 p 2: September 28 , NL-07-039 that the IP1 Intake structure IS mcluded 1n the program. 2013 A.3.1.18 B IP3: December 12, *1*19 2015 A-11 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ..... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D """' (j) t1t: APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAFrGiNEAATiNG UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMI"TMENTS Number 13 . -. . *. ; . . .

Enhance the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program to add IP2 480V bus associated with substation A to the scope of the bus inspected.

Enhance the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 to visually inspect the external surface of enclosed bus enclosure assemblies for loss of material at least once every 1 0 years. The first inspection will occur prior to the period of extended operation and the acceptance criteriqn will be no significant loss of material.

Enhance the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program to add acceptance criteria for MEB in 1 ternal visual inspections to include the absence of indications of dust accumulation on the bus bar, on the insulators, arid in the duct, in addition to the absence of indications of moisture intrusion into the duct. Enhance the Metal-Enclosed Bus Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 to inspect bolted connections at least once every five years if performed visually or at least once every ten years using quantitative measurements.

The first inspection will occur prior to the period of extended operation.

The plant will process a change to applicable site procedure to remove the reference to "re-torquing" connections for phase bus maintenance and bolted connection maintenance.

A-12 UFSAR Supplement Section/ LRASection A.2.1.19 A.3.1.19 B.1.20 Audit Item 124, 133, 519 Applicant's

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IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 NL-07-153

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  • 14 15 '16 17 ,* Commitment Implement the Non-EQ Bolted Cable Connections Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.22. Implement the Non-EQ Inaccessible Medium-Voltage Cable Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.23. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.E3, Inaccessible Medium-Voltage Cables Not Subject to 10 CFR 50.49 Environmental Qualification Requirements.

Implement the Non-EQ Instrumentation Circuits Test Review Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.24. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.E2, Electrical Cables and Connections Not Subject to 1 0 CFR 50.49 Environmental Qualification Requirements Used in Instrumentation Circuits.

Implement the Non-EQ Insulated Cables and Connections Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1 .25. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.E1, Electrical Cables and Connections Not Subject to 10 CFR 50.39 Environmental Qualification Requirements.

A-13 -: UFSAR Section/ *. LRA Section A.2.1.21.

A.3.1.21 8:1.22 A.2.1.22 A.3.1.22 8.1.23 Audit Item 173 A.2.1.23 A.3.1.23 8.1.24 Audit Item 173 A.2.1.24 A.3.1.24 8.1.25 Audit Item 173 Applicant's Implementation Schedule IP2:_September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 . . ... Source** * ** ' *, . NL-07-039 NL-07-039 NL-07-153 NL-07-039 NL-07-153 NL-07-039 NL-07-153

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,. . ' *,*. ; .. Enhance the Oil Analysis Program for IP2 to sample and analyze lubricating oil used in the SBO/Appendix R diesel generator consistent with the oil analysis for other site diesel generators.

Enhance the Oil Analysis Program for IP2 and IP3 to sample and analyze generator seal oil and turbine hydraulic control oil. Enhance the Oil Analysis Program for IP2 and IP3 to formalize preliminary oil screening for water and particulates and laboratory analyses including defined acceptance criteria for all components included in the scope of this program. The program will specify corrective actions in the event acceptance criteria are not met. Enhance the Oil Analysis Program for IP2 and IP3 to formalize trending of preliminary oil screening results as well as data provided from independent laboratories.

Implement the One-Time Inspection Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.27. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding program described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.M32, One-Time Inspection.

A-14 UFSAR Supplement Section/ LRASection A.2.1.25-A.3.1.25 8.1.26 A.2.1.26 A.3.1.26 8.1.27 Audit Item 173 Ap.plitant's linplenientation

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  • IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 NL-07-039 NL-07-153 APPENDlX A: rNDlAN POl NT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 liCENSE RENEWAl COMMITMENTS

";,, Item Number Commitment " .UFSAR Applicant's Source .. Supplement.

Section/ Implementation

  • LRA Section Schedule 20 Implement the One-Time Inspection-Small Bore Piping A.2.1.27 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.28. 2013 A.3.1.27 NL-07-153 This new program will be implemented consistent with the 8.1.28 IP3: December 12, corresponding program described in NUREG-1801, Section 2015 XI.M35, One-Time Inspection of ASME c*ode Class I Audit Item 173 Small-Bore Piping. 21 Enhance the Periodic Surveillance and Preventive Maintenance A.2.1.28 IP2: September 28,
  • NL-07-039 Program for IP2 and IP3 as necessary to assure that the 2013 effects of aging will be managed such that applicable A.3.1.28 components will continue to perform their intended functions 8.1.29 IP3: December 12, consistent with the current licensing basis through the period of 2015 operation.

I I 22 Enhance the Reactor Vessel Surveillance Program for IP2 and A.2.1.31 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 IP3. revising the specimen capsule withdrawal schedules to 2013 draw and test a standby capsule to cover the peak reactor A.3.1.31 ! vessel fluence expected through the end of the period of 8.1.32 IP3: December 12, extended operation.

2015 Enhance the Reactor Vessel Surveillance Program for IP2 and IP3 to require that tested and untested specimens from all capsules pulled from the reactor vessel are maintained in storage. . . 0 )> G> A-15 0 0 0 ..... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D ""'" <D APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENEiiAf:iNG UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMENTS

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.. **.' *'\ . .-'*'* ', 23 Implement the Selective Leaching Program for IP2 and IP3 as A.2.1.32 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 described in LRA Section 8.1.33. 2013 A.3.1.32 NL-07-153 This new program will be implemented consistent with the 8.1.33 IP3: December 12, corresponding program described in NUREG-1801, Section 2015 XI.M33, Selective Leaching of Materials.

Audit Item 173 24 Enhance the Steam Generator Integrity Program for IP2 and A.2.1.34 IP2: September 28, NL-07-039 IP3 to require that the results of the condition monitoring 2013 assessment are compared to the operational assessment A.3.1.34 performed for the prior operating cycle with differences 8.1.35 IP3: December 12, evaluated.

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  • Implementation LRA Section **Schedule 25 Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program to explicitly specify A.2.1.35 .1P2: September 28, NL-07-039 that the following structures are included in the program. 2013 A.3.1.35 NL-07-153
  • Appendix R diesel generator foundation (IP3) IP3: December 12,
  • Appendix R diesel generator fuel .. oil tank vault (IP3) 8.1.36 2015 NL-08-057
  • Appendix R diesel generator switchgear and enclosure Audit Items 86, 87, 88, NL-08-127 (IP3) 417,358,360
  • city water storage tank foundation
  • condensate storage tanks foundation (IP3)
  • access facility and annex (IP3)
  • discharge canal (IP2/3)
  • fire pumphouse

{IP2)

  • fire protection pumphouse

{IP3)

  • fire water storage tank foundations (IP2/3)
  • gas turbine 1 fuel storage tank foundation
  • maintenance and outage building-elevated passageway (IP2)
  • new station security building {IP2)
  • nuclear service building (IP1)
  • primary water storage tank foundation (IP3)
  • refueling water storage tank foundation (IP3) I
  • security access and office building {IP3) I
  • superheater stack
  • transformer/switchyard support structures (IP2)
  • waste holdup tank pits (IP2/3) I 0 )> G> A-17 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D (J'1 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 100 0 0 <D (J'1 ... APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT'NlJCLEARGENERATING UNrr 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL

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  • 3 Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to clarify that in addition to structural steel and concrete, the following commodities (including their anchorages) are inspected for each structure as applicable.
  • cable trays and supports
  • concrete portion of reactor vessel supports
  • conduits and supports
  • cranes, rails and girders
  • equipment pads and foundations
  • fire proofing (pyrocrete)
  • jib cranes
  • manholes and duct banks
  • manways, hatches and hatch covers
  • monorails
  • new fuel storage racks .
  • sumps, sump screens, strainers and flow barriers Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to inspect inaccessible concrete areas that are exposed by excavation for any reason. IP2 and IP3 will also inspect inaccessible concrete areas in environments where observed conditions in accessible areas exposed to the same environment indicate that significant concrete degradation is occurring.

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..... Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to perform inspections of elastomers (seals, gaskets, seismic joint filler, and roof elastomers) to identify cracking and change in material properties and for inspection of aluminum vents and louvers to identify loss of material.

Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to perform an engineering evaluation of groundwater samples to assess aggressiveness of groundwater to concrete on a periodic basis (at least once every five years). IPEC will obtain samples from at least 5 wells that are representative of the ground water surrounding below-grade site structures and perform an engineering evaluation of the results from those samples for sulfates, pH and chlorides.

Additionally, to assess potential indications of spent fuel pool leakage, IPEC will sample for tritium in groundwater wells in close proximity to the IP2 spent fuel pool at least once every 3 months . . Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to perform inspection of normally submerged concrete portions of the intake structures at least once every 5 years. Inspect the baffling/grating partition and support platform of the IP3 intake structure at least once every 5 years. Enhance the Structures Monitoring Program for IP2 and IP3 to perform inspection of the degraded areas of the water control structure once per 3 years rather than the normal frequency of once per 5 years during the PEO. A-19 UFSAR Suppiement Section/ LRASection Applicant's Implementation Schedule Source 0 )> G> 0 0 0 .... (.,) (j) 100 0 0 <D (J1 -"'" APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE RENEWAL COMMITMEN+s:.

... Item Numller 26 27 28 ,29 . -,.

  • Commitment
  • Implement the Thermal Aging Embrittlement of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel (CASS) Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.37. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding program described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.M12, Thermal Aging Embrittlement of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel (CASS) Program. 1 1mplement the Thermal Aging and Neutron Irradiation Embrittlement of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel (CASS) Program for IP2 and IP3 as described in LRA Section 8.1.38. This new program will be implemented consistent with the corresponding program described in NUREG-1801,Section XI.M13, Thermal Aging and Neutron Embrittlement of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel (CASS) Program. 1 Enhance the Water Chemistry Control-Closed Cooling Water Program to maintain water chemistry of the IP2 S80/Appendix R diesel generator cooling system per EPRI guidelines. .,> UFSAR Applicant's
  • .,.,.:Source Supplement Section/ I Implementation LRA Section Schedule A.2.1.36 A.3.1.36 8.1.37 Audit Item 1 73 I A.2.1.37 A.3.1.37 I 8.1.38 Audit Item 173 A.2.1.39 A.3.1.39 8.1.40 IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 NL-07-039 NL-07-153 IP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 I NL-07-153 IP3: December 12, 2015 IP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 I NL-08-057 IP3: December 12, 2015 Enhance the Water Chemistry Control-Closed Cooling Water I Audit Item 509 Program to maintain the IP2 and IP3 security generator and fire protection diesel cooling water pH and glycol within limits specified by EPRI guidelines.

Enhance the Water Chemistry Control-Primary and Secondary Program for IP2 to test sulfates monthly in the RWST with a limit of <150 ppb. A-20 A.2.1.40 8.1.41 IP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 00 I 0 0 <D (J1 (J1 ***.-':. APPENDIX A: INDIAN POINT NUCLEAR GENERATING UNIT NOS. 2 AND 3 LICENSE' RENEWAL COMMITMENTS Item Number 30 31 32 *\. **-*j.. * . * .. .._. '.* *-*. *** ** ; Commitment . . . For aging management of the reactor vessel internals, IPEC will ( 1) participate in the industry programs for investigating and managing aging effects on reactor internals; (2) evaluate and implement the results of the industry programs as applicable to the reactor internals; (3) upon completion of these programs, but not less than 24 months before entering the period of extended operation, submit an inspection plan for reactor internals to the NRC for review and approval.

Additional P-T curves will be submitted as required per 1 0 CFR 50, Appendix G prior to the perio<:l of extended operation as part of the Reactor Vessel Surveillance Program. As required by 10 CFR 50.61(b)4), IP3 will submit a specific safety analysis for plate 82803-3 to the NRC three years prior to reaching the RT PTS screening criterion.

Alternatively, the site may choose to implement the revised PTS rule when approved.

A-21 **. *.*.* UFSAR ,*:*' supplement LRA Section* ; * ** A.2.1.41 A.3.1.41 A.2.2.1.2 A.3.2.1.2 4.2.3 A.3.2.1.4 4.2.5 Applicant's Implementation Schedule IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-039 IIP2: September 28, I NL-07-039 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 _ .. IIP3: December 12, I NL-07-039 2015 . NL-08-127 0 )> G> 0 0 0 ...... (.,) (j) 100 0 0 <D (J'1 (j)

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  • t At least 2 years prior to entering the period of extended operation, for the locations identified in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), under the Fatigue Monitoring Program, IP2 and IP3 will implement one or more of the following:

(1) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Detection of Aging Effects, update the fatigue usage calculations using refined fatigue analyses to determine valid CUFs less than 1.0 when accounting for the effects of reactor water environment.

This includes applying the appropriate Fen factors to valid CUFs determined in accordance with one of the following:

1. For locations in LRA Table 4.3-13 (IP2) and LRA Table 4.3-14 (IP3), with existing fatigue analysis valid for the . period of extended operation, use the existing CUF. 2. Additional plant-specific locations with a valid CUF may be evaluated.

In particular, the pressurizer lower shell will be reviewed to ensure the surge nozzle remains the limiting *component.

3. Representative CUF values from other plants, adjusted to or enveloping the IPEC plant specific external loads may be used if demonstrated applicable to IPEC. 4. An analysis using an NRC-approved version of the ASME code or NRC-approved alternative (e.g., approved code case) may be performed to determine a valid CUF. . A-22 I A.2.2.2.3 A.3.2.2.3 4.3.3 Audit Item 146
  • Applicant's Implementation Schedule

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., ., (2) Consistent with the Fatigue Monitoring Program, Corrective Actions, repair or replace the affected locations before exceeding a CUF of 1.0. IP2 SBO/Appendix R diesel generator will be installed and operational by April 30, 2008. This commhted change to the facility meets the requirements of 10 CFR 50.59(c)(1) and, therefore, a license amendment pursuant to 10 CFR 50.90 is not required.

Perform a one-time inspection of representative sample area of IP2 containment liner affected by the 1973 event behind the insulation, prior to entering the period of extended operation, to assure liner degradation is not occurring in this area. Perform a one-time inspection of representative sample area of the IP3 containment steel liner at the juncture with the concrete floor slab, prior to entering the period of extended operation, to assure liner degradation is not occurring in this area. Any degradation will be evaluated for updating of the containment liner analyses as needed. A-23 UFSAR Supplement Section/ LRA Section 2.1.1.3.5 Audit Item 27

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April 30, 2008 Complete IP2: September 28, 2013 IP3: December 12, 2015 Source NL-07-078 NL-08-074 NL-08-127 NL-09-018

INDIAN POINT NucLEAR GENERATING uNIT Nos. 2 AND 3 ucENsE RENEWAL coMMITMENTs . . . "*. : .... ' . ' ' ',* :* *. .* Item Number ;._ ' . Commitment UFSAR Applicant's . Source . * .. Supplement Section/ Implementation

<.;/: .. . LRA Section Schedule . . . . . . 36 Perform a one-time inspection and evaluation of a sample of Audit Item 359 IP2: September 28, NL-08-127 potentially affected IP2 refueling cavity concrete prior to the 2013 period of extended operation.

The sample will be obtained by NL-09-056 core boring the refueling cavity wall in an area that is NL-09-079 susceptible to exposure to borated water leakage. The inspection will include an assessment of embedded reinforcing steel. Additional core bore samples will be taken, if the leakage is not stopped, prior to the end of the first ten years of the period of extended operation.

A sample of leakage fluid will be analyzed to determine the composition of the fluid. If additional core samples are taken prior to the end of the first ten years of the period of extended operation, a sample of leakage fluid will be analyzed.

37 Enhance the Containment lnservice_lnspection

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Audit Item 361 IP2: September 28, NL-08-127 Program to include inspections of the containment using 2013 enhanced characterization of degradation (i.e., quantifying the dimensions of noted indications through the use of optical aids) IP3: December 12, during the period of extended operation:

The enhancement 2015 includes obtaining critical dimensional data of degradation where possible through direct measurement or the use of scaling technologies for photographs, and the use of consistent vantage points for visual inspections.

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  • LRASection Schedule 38 For Reactor Vessel Fluence, should future core loading 4.2.1 IP2: September 28, NL-08-143 patterns invalidate the basis for the projected values of RT PTs 2013 or CvUSE, updated calculations will be provided to the NRC. IP3: December 12, 2015 .. . .. -39 Deleted Not applicable NL-09-079 40 Evaluate plant specific and appropriate industry operating 8.1.6 IP2: September 28, NL-09-106 experience and incorporate lessons learned in establishing I appropriate monitoring and inspection frequencies to assess 8.1.22 2013 aging effects for the new aging management programs.

8.1.23 IP3:December 12, Documentation of the operating experience evaluated for each 2015 new program will be available on site for NRC review prior to 8.1.24 the period of extended operation.

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\ APPENDIX 8 CHRONOLOGY This appendix lists chronologically the licensing correspondence between the staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (the staff) and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy or the applicant).

This appendix also lists other correspondence concerning the staff's review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 license renewal application (LRA) (Docket Nos. 50-247 and 50-286). APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210512) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -License Renewal Application Boundary Drawings (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210112) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Cover. (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210516) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Page i, Preface through Chapter 4.0, Page 4.7-4. (ADAMS Accession No. ML07121 0517) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix A, Updated Final Safety Analysis Report Supplement (ADAMS Accession No. ML07121 0520) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix B, Aging Management Programs and Activities (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210523) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix C (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210524) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nu.clear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix D, Technical Specification Changes (ADAMS Accession No. ML07121 0527) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E, Applicant's Environment Report (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210530)

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CHRONOLOGY

.. *. *' . .. * .. *. **. . .. . . Date . Subject . 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Attachment A, Threatened and Endangered Species Correspondence (ADAMS Accession No. ML07121 0553) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Attachment B, Historical and Archeological Properties Correspondence (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210558) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Attachment C, Clean Water Act Documentation (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210560) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Attachment D, Coastal Management Program Consistency Determination (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210562) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E List of Section 2 Figures (ADAMS Accession No. ML07121 0565) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E Figure 2-1 through Figure 2-6 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210567) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E Figure 2-7 through Figure 2-12 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210569) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E Figure 2-13 through Figure2-17 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210570) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E Figure 2-18 through Figure 2-23 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210572) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application.

Appendix E Figure 2-24 through Figure 2-29 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210574) 04/23/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application Environmental Report References (ADAMS Accession No. ML071210108)

B-2 OAGI0001368 00964 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 05/03/2007 Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Supplement to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML071280700) 05/07/2007 Federal Register Notice, Receipt and Availability of the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071080133) 05/31/2007 Meeting Notice, Forthcoming Meeting to Discuss the License Renewal Review Process for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 License Renewal Application (LRA) (ADAMS Accession No. ML071450442) 06/13/2007 Press Release-1-07

-034 -NRC to Discuss Process for Review of License Renewal Application for Indian Point (ADAMS Accession No. ML071640225) 06/18/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc, Review Status of the License Renewal Application (LRA) for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML071630049) 06/21/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear: Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit 2, Station Blackout (SBO) I Appendix R Diesel Generator Commitment, Response to NRC Review Status of License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML071800318) 07/10/2007 Conference Call Summary Regarding Status of Acceptance Review for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML071690181) 07/25/2007 Federal Register Notice, E>etermination of Acceptability and Sufficiency for Docketing, Proposed Review Schedule, and Opportunity for a Hearing Regarding the Application from ENO, Inc. For Renewal of the Operating License for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. Ml071900365) 07/25/2007 Press Release-07-091 -NRC Announces Opportunity to Request Hearing on Application to Renew Operating License for Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant (ADAMS Accession No. Ml072060515) 08/06/2007 Federal Register Notice, Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement and Conduct Seeping Process for License Renewal for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 (TAC MD5411 and MD 5412) (ADAMS Accession No. ML071840939)

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.. APPENDIX B: .* CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 08/20/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Summary of Public Meetings Related to the License Renewal Process for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML072180136) 09/11/2007 Press Release-1-07-046-NRC to Solicit Public Comments on Sept. 19 as Part of Indian Point License Renewal Application Review (ADAMS Accession No. ML072540791) 09/27/2007 Audit and Review Plan for Plant Aging Management Review and Programs for the Indian Point Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML072290180) 10/11/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Supplement to License Renewal Application (LRA} (ADAMS Accession No. ML07291 0276) 10/16/2007 09/21/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Requests for Additional Information (ADAMS Accession No. ML072770605) 10/16/2007 10/02/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Requests for Additional Information (ADAMS Accession No. ML072780439) 10/24/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc, Requests for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML072920027) 10/29/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML072920229) 11/09/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073060401) 11/16/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073320225)

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CHRONOLOGY I Date Subject 11/19/2007 10/11/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Concerning O-RAls Pertaining to the Indian Point LRA (ADAMS Accession No. ML073170649) 11/21/2007 11/01/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Concerning Draft Requests for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA (ADAMS Accession No. ML073110364) 11/28/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073460037) 12/06/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Reply to Request for Additional Information, Regarding License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073470241)

  • 12/07/2007 11/15/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Requests for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML073250152) 12/07/2007 11/13/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Requests for Additional Information Pertaining to Indian Point (ADAMS Accession No. ML073190360) 12/07/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073190401) 12/07/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073250226) 12/18/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Enter'gy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft RAI Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA-Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel and Leak Before Break Analyses (ADAMS Accession No. ML073460905)

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'cHRONOLOGY

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. .. *.';' . . ' . . . ... 12/18/2007 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Amendment 1 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML073650195) 12/18/2007 12/03/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Requests for Additional Information Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450399) 12/20/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Reactor Vessel Surveillance and Neutron Embrittlement (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450327) 12/20/2007 12/04/2007 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA-Station Blackout Recovery (ADAMS Accession No. ML073450261) 12/21/2007 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Requests for Additional Information for the Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel and Leak Break Analysis (ADAMS . ' Accession No. ML073460141) 01/04/2008 Letter from Eritergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information, Regarding License Renewal Application (Steam Generator Tube Integrity and Chemistry) (ADAMS Accession No; ML080160123) 01/04/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-(Balance of Plant Systems) (ADAMS Accession No. ML080160284) 01/14/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Seeping and Screening Methodology (ADAMS Accession No. ML0801 00645) 01/17/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application

-(Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel and Leak Before Break Analyses) (ADAMS Accession No. ML080250026)

B-6 OAGI0001368 00968 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 01/17/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Clarifications to Reactor Vessel Surveillance Program and Neutron Embrittlement Time-Limited Aging Analyses and Audit Item #1 05; and Revision to License Renewal Regulatory Commitment List (ADAMS Accession No. ML080250027) 01/22/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application Amendment 2 (ADAMS Accession No. ML080290659) 01/22/2008 01/09/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft RAI Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Reactor Coolant System (ADAMS Accession No. ML080180420) 01/24/2008 01/09/2008 Summaryof Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit (ADAMS Accession No. ML080220466) 01/24/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Revision of Schedule for the Conduct of Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080230115) 01/28/2008 01/22/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, LRA -Metal Fatigue (ADAMS Accession No. ML080230370) 01/28/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Reactor Coolant System and Structures (ADAMS Accession No. ML080220099) 02/13/2008 02/07/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Pertaining to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Containment Coatings (ADAMS Accession No. ML080420430)

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  • S_ubject * : "< 02/13/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application

-Seeping and Screening Methodology (ADAMS Accession No. ML08051 0579) 02/13/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Balance of Plant, Fire Protection and Nickel Alloy (ADAMS Accession No. ML080380429) 02/27/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application

-Reactor Coolant System and Structures (ADAMS Accession No. ML080640843) 03/10/2008 02/08/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generation Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML080420629) 03/12/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-Balance of Plant, Fire Protection, and Nickel Alloy (ADAMS Accession No. ML080780438) 03/24/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Amendment 3 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081070255) 04/02/2008 03/07/2008-Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080840568) 04/03/2008 03/18/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML080850050)

B-8 OAGI0001368 00970 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 04/09/2008 02/12/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Request for Additional Information Related to the Iridian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application Leak Before Break Analyses (ADAMS Accession No. ML080800437) 04/18/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information, Review of License Renewal Application-Time-Limited Aging Analyses, Bolted Connections, and Boraflex (ADAMS Accession No. ML08087037

4) 04/23/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding Site Audit Review of License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081230243) 04/23/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Revision of Schedule for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081000441) 04/29/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generatif'!g Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Metal Enclosed Buses and Fire Protection (ADAMS Accession No. ML081150435) 04/30/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Amendment 4 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081280491) 05/07/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Operating Experience (ADAMS Accession No. ML081230082) 05/08/2008 04/14/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Items Related to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Submerged Cables (ADAMS Accession No. ML081280586) 8-9 OAGI0001368 00971 APPENDIX B: :cHRONOLOGY_

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.. *Date .: *. . .. ':*_.:*: .. .... .. ' .. -. .-.... '* . .. * : . *' .' ... *-.* .*._, 05/08/2008 04/3/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Metal Fatigue (ADAMS Accession No. ML081190059) 05/08/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Calls Held on 4/16 and 4/28/08 Between NRC and Entergy Concerning Responses to RAI Related to Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML081160391) 05/12/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request for Additional Information for Review of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Structures (ADAMS Accession No. ML081230347) 05/12/2008 04/28/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Operating Experience (ADAMS Accession No. ML081260345) 05/16/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application Time-Limited Aging Analyses and Boraflex (ADAMS Accession No. ML081490317) 05/23/2008 05/07/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Status of Open Items (ADAMS Accession No. ML081400821) 05/28/2008 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Request For Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 And 3, License Renewal Application

-Inaccessible of Underground Cables (ADAMS Accession No. ML081480201) 06/05/2008 . Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License. Renewal Application

-Operating Experience (ADAMS Accession No. ML081630202)

OAGI0001368 00972 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 06/11/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point, Units 2 & 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application Structures

-Clarification on Responses (ADAMS Accession No. ML081760264) 06/11/2008 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, Indian Point Nuclear Generating, Units 2 and 3 -Amendment 5 to License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081760265) 06/11/2008 Press Release-1-08-040:

NRC to Discuss Preliminary Results of Inspection for Indian Point License Renewal Application on June 18 (ADAMS Accession No. ML081630147) 06/27/2008 05/19/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Submerged Cables (ADAMS Accession No. ML081770331) 06/27/2008 05/30/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Responses to Request for Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML081720557) 07/09/2008 06/02/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Response to Audit Item Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Bolted Connections (ADAMS Accession No. ML081770527) 07/25/2008 07/08/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Related to the Indian Point, Unit 2 & 3, License Renewal Application Concerning Reactor Vessel Neutron Embrittlement

& Submerged Cables (ADAMS Accession No. ML082050612) 07/29/2008 06/24/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Balance of Plant (ADAMS Accession No. ML082050276) 08/01/2008 Letter from NRC to Nuclear Operations, Inc., Inspection Report IR 05000247-08-006 and 05000286-08-006 on 01/28/20080-02/01,11-14/08, 03/31/-04/02/08, 6/02-06, 18/08 for Indian Point, Units 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML082140149) 8-11 OAGI0001368 00973

    • .. Date** 08/14/2008 09/02/2008 09/02/2008 09/24/2008 10/24/2008 10/28/2008 11/06/2008 12/22/2008 12/30/2008 . . . . . . . ....... *.. . . APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point, Units 2 and 3 Additional Information re License Renewal Application Structural OE Clarifications, Clarifications for Electrical RAis and Audit Questions, License Renewal Application Amendment" (ADAMS Accession No. ML082350071)

Letter NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc, "Revision of Schedule for the Conduct of Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating, Units 2 & 3, License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML082400214)

Press Release-08-160:

NRC Extends Review Schedule for Indian Point License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML082460633)

Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point Units 2 & 3, Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-Reactor Vessel Fluence Clarification" (ADAMS Accession No. ML082760402) 09/08/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Additional Information Related to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Operating Experience And LRA Section 3.5.2.2 (ADAMS Accession No. ML082950776) 09/15/2008 Summary of Telephon*e Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Pertaining to .the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Reactor Vessel Neutron Embrittlement (ADAMS Accession No. ML082970810)

Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application

-Operating Experience Clarification" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083220425)

Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., regarding Notice Of Availability of the Draft Supplement 38 to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement For License Renewal of Nuclear Plants Regarding Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML083390523)

Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., regarding Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Miscellaneous Items (ADAMS Accession No. ML083640270)

B-12 OAGI0001368 0097 4 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY Date Subject 01/13/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Audit Reports regarding the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Units 2 and 3, License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540625) 01/13/2009 "Seeping and Screening Methodolgy Audit Trip Report For Indian Point, Units 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540648) 01/13/2009 "Audit Report For Plant Aging Management Programs and Reviews for Indian Point, Units 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML083540662) 01/15/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 .and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090060045) 01/15/2009 "Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090150571) 01/16/2009 Press Release 09-012: NRC Issues Safety Evaluation Reportwith Open Items for Indian Point Nuclear Plant License Renewal Application (ADAMS Accession No. ML090160217) 02/04/2009 12/17/2008 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, LRA-Open Items {ADAMS Accession No. ML090300033) 01/27/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point, 'Units 2 & 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information

-Miscellaneous Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090420455) 03/13/2009 Summary of Telephone Conference Calls Held Between February 9 and 17, 2009, between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Indian Point Nuclear Generating .Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application-Status of Open Items (ADAMS Accession ML090710320) 03/25/2009 03/02/2009 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point, Units 2 & 3, License Renewal Application

-Open Items (ADAMS Accession No. ML0907607

48) B-13 OAGI0001368 00975 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY . *'* ,' -. ' .* -*._. Date Subject :: 03/12/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 -Response to Safety Evaluation Report with Open Items Related to the License Renewal" (ADAMS Accession No. M L090830518) 03/04/2009 "Transcript of the ACRS Plant License Renewal Subcommittee Meeting (Indian Point), March 04, 2009" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090840402) 04/03/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Request for Additional Information for the Review of the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Open Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090920150) 04/09/2009 04/01/09 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Between the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Draft Request for Additional Information Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application

-Open Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML090930495) 05/06/2009 "Certified Minutes of the Plant License Renewal Subcommittee Regarding Indian Point Nuclear Generating Units 2 and 3 on March 4, 2009" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091260359) 05/01/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point, Units 2 & 3, Reply to Request for Additional Information

-Open Items" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091320338) 06/10/2009 04/27/09 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning RAis Pertaining to the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal -Open Items (ADAMS Accession No. ML091350334) 05/20/2009 Letter from NRC to Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, RAI for the Review of License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091380185) 06/04/2009 "ACRS Meeting with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission,-

June 4, 2009, Slides" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091390631) 05/15/2009' Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point, Units 2 & 3 -Amendment 8 to License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091460051)

B-14 OAGI0001368 00976 APPENDIX B: CHRONOLOGY . .** *Date *Subject 06/12/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating, Units 2 & 3-Reply to Request for Additional Information Regarding Offsite Power, Refueling Cavity, and Unit 2 Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Room Fire Event" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091750166) 06/30/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Indian Point Units 2 & 3 -Amendment 8, Revision 1-.to License Renewal Application" (ADAMS Accession No. ML091880426) 07127/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Questions Regarding Buried Piping Inspections, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 & 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML092330120) 08/06/2009 Letter from Entergy Nuclear-'

Operations, Inc., to NRC, "Additional Information Regarding License Renewal Application-IPEC RAJ 2.3A.3.11-1 and Buried Piping and Tanks Inspection Clarifications, Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 & 3" (ADAMS Accession No. ML092250166) 08/11/2009 07/22/09 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning the Indian Point Nuclear .. Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3, License Renewal Application

-Buried Piping and Tanks Inspection Program (ADAMS Accession No. ML092190003) i 08/11/2009 08/04/09 Summary of Telephone Conference Call Held Between the NRC and E.ntergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Information Provided by Entergy in a Letter dated *November 16, 2007 (ADAMS Accession No. ML092190197) 08/11/2009 08/05/09 Summary of Telephone Call Held Between the NRC and Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Concerning Information Provided by Entergy in a Letter dated July 27, 2009 (ADAMS Accession No. ML092190201) 08/11/2009 Safety Evaluation Report 'Related to the License Renewal of Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML092240268) 09/23/2009 Report on the Safety Aspects of the License Renewal Application for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3 (ADAMS Accession No. ML092590684)

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.Appendix C OAGI0001368_00979 OAGI0001368 00980 APPENDIX C PRINCIPAL CONTRIBUTORS This appendix lists the principal contributors for the development of this safety evaluation report (SER) and their areas of responsibility.

...... . *:; '* '*,.. .--.. * *Name Responsibility Kimberly Green . Safety Project Manager Bill Rogers Scoping and Screening Methodology Devender Reddy Scoping and Screening Methodology Matthew Homiak Scoping and Screening Methodology James Davis Aging Management Programs and Reviews Due Nguyen Aging Management Programs and Reviews Surinder Arora Aging Management Programs and Reviews Peter Wen Time-Limited Aging Analyses Qi Gan Time-Limited Aging Analyses OnYee Time-Limited Aging Analyses John Tsao Time-Limited Aging Analyses Carol Nove Aging Management Programs Barry Elliot Reactor Vessel Neutron Embrittlement Lambros Lois Reactor Vessel Fluence Benjamin Parks Reactor ?ystems Diane Jackson Reactor Systems Stanley Gardocki Mechanical Systems Steve Jones

  • Mechanical Systems Naeem Iqbal Fire Protection C-1 OAGI0001368 00981 APPENDIX C: PRINCIPAL CONTRIBUTORS Name Responsibility Pete Barbadoro Fire Protection Bruce Heida Containment Systems Rao Karipineni Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Janak Raval Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Sheila Ray Electrical Systems Roy Matthew Electrical Systems Hans Ashar Structures George Thomas Structures Bryce Lehman Structures John Burke Steam Generator and Chemicals Emma Wong Steam Generator and Chemicals Timothy Lupoid Nickel Alloy Programs Keith Hoffman Nickel Alloy Programs Jay Collins Nickel Alloy Programs --Kenneth Chang Management Oversight Jerry Dozier Management Oversight Rajendar Auluck Management Oversight j Rani Franovich Management Oversight David Wrona Management Oversight Greg Cranston Management Oversight Donnie Harrison Management Oversight Robert Dennig Management Oversight G-2 OAGI0001368 00982 APPENDIX C: PRINCIPAL CONTRIBUTORS

' Name .. . -: -:

L :. . *: *.t:. * . ' *. _* Matthew Mitchell Management Oversight Terence Chan Management Oversight Allen Hiser Management Oversight

-Kamal Manoly Management Oversight George Wilson Management Oversight Alex Klein Management Oversight Richard Morante, Brookhaven National Aging Management Programs and Reviews Laboratory (BNL) Joe Braverman, BNL Aging Management Programs and Reviews Mano Subudhi, BNL Aging Management Programs and Reviews .. ' Ken Sullivan, BNL Aging Management Programs and Reviews C-3 OAGI0001368 00983 OAGI0001368 00984 Appendix D OAGI0001368_00985 OAGI0001368 00986 APPENDIX D REFERENCES This appendix lists the references used throughout this safety evaluation report (SER) for review of the license renewal application (LRA) for Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit Nos. 2 and 3.

D: REFERENCES

' American Concrete Institute (ACI) 202.2R-77 ACI318, "Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete" ACI 349, "Code Requirements for Nuclear Safety-Related Concrete Structures" American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section Ill, "Rules for Construction of Nuclear Power Plant Components" ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code,Section XI, "Rules for lnservice Inspection of Nuclear Power Plant Components" ASME Code,Section XI, Appendix G, "Fracture Toughness Criteria for Protection Against Failure" ASME Code Case "Assessment of Reactor Vessels with Low Upper-'ShelfCharpy Impact Energy Levels" American National Standards Institute (ANSI) B31.1, "Power Piping" American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) Special Technical Publication 1005, "Distillate Fuel: Contamination, Storage and Handling" ASTM D 445, "Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Transparent and Opaque Liquids" ASTM D 4951, "Standard Test Method for Determination of Additive Elements in Lubricating Oils by Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry" ASTM D 96, "Standard Test Method for Water and Sediment in Crude Oil by Centrifuge Method (Fiel<;i Procedure)" ASTM E 185, "Standard Practice for Design of Surveillance Programs for Light-Water Moderated Nuclear Power Reactor Vessels" D-1 OAGI0001368 00987 APPENDIX D: REFERENCES

  • ' .. ., .. Branch Technical Position (BTP)_APCSB 9.5-1, "Guidelines for Fire Protection for Nuclear Power Plants" American Society for Metals, "Metals Handbook Desk Edition," Copyright 1985 ASTM C 33, "Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates" ASTM C 289, "Standard Test Method for Potential Alkali-Silica Reactivity of Aggregates (Chemical Method)" ASTM C 227, "Standard Test Method for Potential Alkali Reactivity of Cement-Aggregate Combinations (Mortar-Bar Method)" ASTM C 295, "Standard Guide for Petrographic Examination of Aggregates for Concrete' ASTM D 96, "Standard Test Method for Water and Sediment in Crude Oil by Centrifuge Method (Field Procedure)" ASTM D 445, "Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Transparent and Opaque Liquids (and the Calculation of Dynamic Viscosity)" ASTM D 975, "Standard Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum Products" ASTM D 1796, "Standard Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum Products" ASTM D 2709, "Standard Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum Products" ASTM D 2276, "Standard Test Method for Particulate Contaminant in Aviation Fuel by Line Sampling" ASTM D 4057, "Standard Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum Products" ASTM D 4951, "Standard Test Method for Determination of Additive Elements in Lubricating Oils by Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry" ASTM D 6217, "Standard Test Method for Particulate Contamination in Middle Distillate Fuels by Laboratory Filtration"Bulletin 80-11, Masonry Wall Design, dated May 8, 1980 Bulletin 87-01, "Thinning of Pipe Walls in Nuclear Power Plants." Dated July 9, 1987 Bulletin 88-02, "Rapidly Propagating Fatigue Cracks in Steam Generator Tubes," dated February 5, 1988 D-2 OAGI0001368 00988 APPENDIX 0: REFERENCES Bulletin 88-08, "Thermal Stresses in Piping Connected to Reactor Cooling Systems," dated June 22, 1988 Bulletin 88-09, "Thermal Stresses in Piping Connected to Reactor Cooling Systems," dated July 26, 1988 Bulletin 88-11, "Pressurizer Surge Line Thermal Stratification," December 20, 1988 Bulletin 02-01, "Reactor Pressure Vessel Head Degradation and Reactor Coolant Pressure Boundary Integrity," dated March 18, 2002 Bulletin 02-02, "Reactor Pressure Vessel Head and Vessel Head Penetration Nozzle Inspection Programs," dated August 9, 2002 Bulletin 03-02, "Leakage from Reactor Pressure Vessel Lower Head Penetrations and Reactor-Coolant Pressure Boundary Integrity," dated August 21, 2003 . Draft Guide (DG)-1023, "Evaluation of Reactor Pressure Vessels with Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy Less than 50 Ft-Lb," issued September 1993 Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., License Renewal Application for Indian Point Energy Center dated April 23, 2007 Entergy Letter No. NL-03-037, dated March 3, 2003 (ADAMS Accession No. ML030650884)

Entergy Letter No. NL-04-026, dated March 11, 2004 (ADAMS Accession No. ML04161 0278) Entergy Letter No. NL 001, dated January 17, 2005 (ADAMS Accession No. ML050340067)

Entergy Letter No. NL-06-064, dated July 12, 2006 (ADAMS Accession No. ML062140076)

Entergy Letter No. NL-05-044, dated May 31, 2005 (ADAMS Accession No. ML051590104)

Entergy Letter No. NL-06-064, dated July 12, 2006 (ADAMS Accession No. ML062140076)

Entergy Letter No. NL-08-163, "Indian Point 2 (IP2) Nuclear Power Plant Amendment Update to the Final Safety Analysis Report (FSAFR), Revision 21 ,"dated October 20, 2008 Generic Letter (GL) 86-10, "Implementation of Fire Protection Requirements." dated April24, 1986 GL 88-05, "Boric Acid Corrosion of Carbon Steel Reactor Pressure Boundary Components in PWR plants," dated March 17, 1988 GL 89-08, "Erosion/Corrosion-Induced Pipe Wall Thinning," dated May 2, 1989 D-3 OAGI0001368 00989

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--< <-GL 89-13, "Service Water System Problems Affecting Safety-Related Equipment," dated July 18, 1989 GL 92-01, "Reactor Vessel Structural Integrity," issued February 28, 1992 GL 2004-02, "Potential Impact of Debris Blockage on Emergency Recirculation during Design Basis Accidents at Pressurized-Water Reactors" GL 2007-01, "Inaccessible or Underground Power Cable Failures that Disable Accident Mitigation Systems or Cause Plant Transients," dated February 7, 2007 Generic Safety Issue (GSI)-191, "Assessment of Debris Accumulation on PWR Sump" Information Notice (IN) 89-53, "Rupture of Extraction Steam Line on High Pressure Turbine," dated June 13, 1989 IN 90-04, "Cracking of the Upper Shell-to-Transition Cone Girth Welds in Steam Generators," dated January 26, 1990 IN 94-63, "Boric Acid Corrosion of Charging Pump Casing Caused by Cladding Cracks," dated August30, 1994 IN 97-11, "Cement Erosion From Containment Subfoundations at Nuclear Power Plants," dated March 21, 1997 IN 97-84, "Rupture in Extraction Steam Piping as a Result of Flow-Accelerated Corrosion," dated December 11, 1997 IN 00-14, "Non-Vital Bus Fault Leads to Fire and Loss of Offsite Power," dated September 27, 2000 IN 02-12, "Submerged Safety-Related Electrical Cables," dated April 21, 2002 ISO 4406, "Hydraulic Fluid Power-Fluids -Method for Coding the Level of Contamination by Solid Particles

-Second Edition" Letter from NRC to W.H. Rasin, Nuclear Management and Resources Council, "Safety Assessment of WCAP-13587, Revision 1, 'Reactor Vessel Upper Shelf Energy Bounding Evaluation for Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactors,'

September 1993," April 21, 1994 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession_

No. 9405060287)

Letter from Christopher I. Grimes, NRC to Douglas J. Walters, Nuclear Energy Institute,

Subject:

License Renewal Issue No. 98-0030, "Thermal Aging Embrittlement Of Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel Components," dated May 19, 2000 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003717179)

D-4 OAGI0001368 00990 APPENDIX 0: REFERENCES Letter from David B. Matthews, NRC to Messrs. Alan Nelson and David Lochbaum, "Staff Guidance on Seeping of Equipment Relied on to Meet the Requirements of the Station Blackout Rule (10 CFR 50.63) for License Renewal (10 CFR 54.4(a)(3)}," dated April1, 2002 Letter from Pao-Tsin Kuo, NRC to Messrs. Alan Nelson and David Lochbaum, "Standardized Format for License Renewal Applications," dated April 7, 2003 Letter from NRC to Entergy, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit No. 2 -Issuance of Amendment Re: 3.26 Percent Power Uprate (TAC No. MC1865)," October 27, 2004 (ADAMS Accession No. ML042960007), Letter from NRC to Entergy, "Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit No.3-Issuance of Amendment Re: 4.85 Percent Stretch Power Uprate and Relocation of Cycle-Specific Parameters (TAG No. MC3552)," March 24, 2005 (ADAMS Accession No. ML050600380).

License Renewal Interim Staff Guidance (LR-ISG)-2007-02, "Changes to Generic Aging Lesson Learned (GALL) Report Aging Management Program (AMP) XI.E6, 'Electrical Cable Connections Not Subject to 10 CFR 50.49 Environmental Qualification Requirements"'

Nuclear Safety Analysis Center (NSAC)-202L-R2, "Recommendations for an Effective Flow-Accelerated Corrosion Program," April 1999 NSAC-202L-R3, "Recommendations for an Effective, Flow-Accelerated Corrosion Program," May 2006 NEI 95-10, Revision 6, "Industry Guideline for Implementing the Requirements of 10 CFR Part 54-The License Renewal Rule," June 2005. NUREG-0313, "Technical Report on Material Processing GL For BWRCoolant Press Boundary Piping" NUREG-0800, "Standard Review Plan for the Review of Safety Analysis Reports for Nuclear Power Plants" -NUREG-0138, "Staff Discussion of Fifteen Technical Issues Listed in Attachment to November 3, 1976 Memorandum from Director, NRR to NRR Staff," November 1976. NUREG-1339, "Resolution of Generic Safety Issue 29: Bolting Degradation or Failure in Nuclear Power Plants," June 1990 NUREG-1557, "Summary of Technical Information and Agreements from Nuclear Management and Resources Council Industry Reports Addressing License Renewal" NUREG-1785, "Safety Evaluation Report Related to the License Renewal of H.B. Robinson Steam Electric Plant, Unit 2," issued March 2004. D-5 OAGI0001368 00991

  • , ... * .. *.* ' ', *, '. .. . . ,',_,. . . . : *. -APPENDIX D: REFERENCES

.... .. NUREG-1800, Revision 1, "Standard Review Plan for Review of License Renewal Applications for Nuclear Power Plants," September 2005. NUREG-1801, Revision 1, "Generic Aging Lessons Learned (GALL) Report, "September 2005. NUREG/CR-6260, "Application of NUREG/CR-5999 Interim Fatigue Curves to Selected Nuclear Power Plant Components" NRC Inspection Report 05000247/2009002, dated May 14, 2009 (ADAMS Accession No. ML091340445)

Regulatory Guide (RG) 1.65, "Materials and Inspections for Reactor Vessel Closure Studs," October 1973 RG 1.99, Revision 2, "Radiation Embrittlement of Reactor Vessel Materials," issued May 1988 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003740284)

RG 1.127, Revision 1, "Inspection of Water-Control Structures Associated with Nuclear Power Plants," March 1978 RG 1.137, Revision 1, "Fuel-Oil Systems for Standby Diesel Generators," October 1979 RG 1.147, Revision 15, "lnservice Inspection Code Case Acceptability, ASME Section XI, Division 1 ," October 2007 RG 1.160, Revision 2, "Monitoring the Effectiveness of Maintenance at Nuclear Power Plants," March 1997 RG 1.161, "Evaluation of Reactor Pressure Vessels with Charpy Upper-Shelf Energy Less Than 50 Ft-Lb," issued June 1995 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003740038)

RG 1.163, "Performance-Based Containment Leak-Test Program," September 1995 RG 1.188, Revision 1, "Standard Format and Content for Applications To Renew Nuclear Power Plant Operating Licenses," September 2005. RG 1.190, "Calculational and Dosimetry Methods for Determining Pressure Vessel Neutron Fluence" issued March 2001 (ADAMS Accession No. ML010890301)

Regulatory Issue Summary (RIS) 2003-13, "NRC Review of Responses to Bulletin 2002-01, 'Reactor Pressure Vessel Head Degradation and Reactor Coolant Pressure Boundary Integrity,"'

dated July 29, 2003 ' D-6

  • OAGI0001368 00992 APPENDIX 0: REFERENCES Safety Evaluation Report (SER) By the Directorate of Licensing U.S. Atomic Energy Commission in the Matter of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc., Indian Point Nuclear Generating Unit No. 3, Docket No. 50-286, dated September 21, 1973 (ADAMS Accession No. ML072260465)

SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 36 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26 and Amendment No. 10 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, dated November 30, 1977 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003781118)

SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 37 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26 and Amendment No. 11 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, dated February 3, 1978 (ADAMS Accession No. ML00377 4906) SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 46 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26, dated January 31, 1979 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003775054)

SER .Related to the Issuance of Amendment 24 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64 for the Indian Point Nuclear Generating Plant, Unit No. 3, dated March 6, 1979 (ADAMS Accession No. ML0037787

49) SER Supplement to Fire Protection Safety Evaluation Supporting Additional Modifications re Change from Reliance Upon Fire Rated Door to Reliance Upon Water, dated May 2, 1980 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession Nos. 8005270021 and 8005270023)

SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 64 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-26, dated October 31, 1980 (ADAMS Accession No. ML003778538)

SER Related to the Issuance of Amendment 45 to Facility Operating License No. DPR-64, Modifying Plant Fire Protection System, dated November 18, 1982 {ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession Nos. 8211300426 and 8211300429)

SER Related to Environmental Qualification of Safety-Related Electric Equipment, dated December 30, 1982 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession Nos. 8301040473 and 8301040482)

SER Related to Safe Shutdown Capability, dated August 22, 1983 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession No. 8309080181)

SER Related to Exemption from 10 CFR 50, Appendix R, Sections III.G.2 & 3 re Upper Electrical Penetration Areas and Cable Tunnels and Sump Pump and Control Rooms, dated February 2, 1984 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession Nos. 8402170506 and 8402170510)

SER Related to Appendix R to 10 CFR 50, Sections III.G & III.L re Safe Shutdown Capability, dated March 30, 1984 (ADAMS Public Legacy Library Accession No. 8404110574)

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