Nuclear Waste Classification Calculator
Classify radioactive waste per 10 CFR 61 from radionuclide concentrations using sum-of-fractions.
Inputs
Ci/m³
Ci/m³
Ci/m³
Ci/m³
nCi/g
m³
years
Results
Waste Classification
2
Class A Sum of Fractions1.11
Class B Sum of Fractions0.03
Class C Sum of Fractions0
Total Activity51.51 Ci
Estimated Disposal Cost$35,300
Decay Time to Class A4.4 years
Requires Structural Stability1
Requires Intruder Barrier0
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Cs-137 Concentration, Sr-90 Concentration, and Co-60 Concentration.
- Set Ni-63 Concentration, Transuranic (Alpha) Activity, and Total Waste Volume.
- Adjust Weighted Average Half-Life as needed.
- Review the Waste Classification result.
- Use Class A Sum of Fractions and Class B Sum of Fractions to inform your decision.
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