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Overview
The Senior Seismic Hazard Analysis Committee (SSHAC) Level-3 process is a robust, well-documented analysis of the DCPP power plant. It is a review to identify hazards. The information is for use in Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis. An expert team reviews the complete range of data and models. The peer review panel oversees and documents this process and develops the final hazard assessment.
Seismic Source Characterization Reports
This 4-year project evaluates seismic sources and potential ground motions affecting the DCPP site. This effort involved numerous expert seismologists, geologists and engineers. The evaluation is crucial for ensuring the plant's continued safe operation. It ensures compliance with the latest advancements in seismic science and regulatory standards.
Below is the list of reports documented during this project. Workshop video and presentations are available by request.
Project Plan for Development of the Diablo Canyon Seismic Source Model Using SSHAC Level 3 Methodology
Main Report for the Seismic Source Characterization for the Diablo Canyon Power Plant, San Luis Obispo County, California
Report Appendices
SWUS Ground Motion Characterizing
PG&E and the Arizona Public Service (APS) sponsor the Southwestern U.S. Ground Motion Characterization project.
View the details from this program:
Project Plan for the Southwestern United States Ground Motion Characterization (SSHAC) Level 3
Practical Implementation Guidelines for SSHAC Level 3 and 4 Hazard Studies (NUREG-2117, Revision 1)
Recommendations for Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis: Guidance on Uncertainty and Use of Experts (NUREG/CR-6372)
Technical Report for the Southwestern United States Ground Motion Characterization SSHAC Level 3
Report Appendices
3D Velocity Model and Site Response
View the reports and data for the updated study from May 2015.
The sources include:
Main Report of the three-dimensional velocity model for the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant foundation area
Report Appendices
Peer Review Report for the three-dimensional velocity model for the Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) Foundation Area, May 2015
View the reports and data for the updated study from November 2015.
The sources include:
Main report for the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant
Report Appendices
Analytical Site Report
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