Field investigation of the drift shadow
By: G.W. Su, T.J. Kneafsey, T.A. Ghezzehei, P.J. Cook, and B.D. Marshall
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Abstract
The "Drift Shadow" is defined as the relatively drier region that forms below subsurface cavities or drifts in unsaturated rock. Its existence has been predicted through analytical and numerical models of unsaturated flow. However, these theoretical predictions have not been demonstrated empirically to date. In this project we plan to test the drift shadow concept through field investigations and compare our observations to simulations. Based on modeling studies we have an identified a suitable site to perform the study at an inactive mine in a sandstone formation. Pretest modeling studies and preliminary characterization of the site are being used to develop the field scale tests.
| Publication type | Conference Paper |
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| Publication Subtype | Conference Paper |
| Title | Field investigation of the drift shadow |
| ISBN | 0894486918; 9780894486913 |
| Volume | 2006 |
| Year Published | 2006 |
| Language | English |
| Larger Work Title | Proceedings of the 11th International High Level Radioactive Waste Management Conference, IHLRWM |
| First page | 48 |
| Last page | 54 |
| Conference Title | 11th International High Level Radioactive Waste Management Conference |
| Conference Location | Las Vegas, NV |
| Conference Date | 30 April 2006 through 4 May 2006 |
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