The Borah Peak,Idaho Earthquake of October 28,1983—Industrial Facilities and Equipment at INEL

Abstract

Reactors and facilities of the Idaho National Engineering Laboratory (INEL) are located 90 to 110 km from the epicenter of the October 28, 1983 earthquake. Several reactors were up and operating normally when the earthquake struck. These reactors were shut down in accordance with normal procedures. Plant inspections, functional tests and evaluations indicated no significant damage was experienced. Minor cosmetic damage was found in some auxiliary buildings, however.