Allegations of Poor Construction Practices on the North Anna Nuclear Powerplants

EMD-77-30 Published: Jun 02, 1977. Publicly Released: Jun 02, 1977.

Highlights

In response to allegations of poor construction practices, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission investigated North Anna nuclear powerplants and inspection practices. GAO observed or monitored NRC activities throughout the investigation.

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