Pipeline design and construction requirements

1. Pipeline systems must be constructed with materials that have the strength, thickness, and chemical properties that prevent failure due to pressure gradients, physical contact with the waste or fluids to which the pipes are exposed, climatic conditions, stress of installation, seismic, and stress of daily operation. 2. Design and construction requirements for wellfield pipelines and pipelines between the wellfield and processing and satellite facilities must include an early detection and shutdown capability in the event of pressure drop or loss of flow. This may include automatic motor-operated valves with pressure transmitters and manually operated valves or devices. 3. Alternative pipeline designs may be used if they provide an equivalent degree of protection to surface and ground water. Pipelines, for facilities that produce radioactive elements, must be designed and constructed in accordance with United States nuclear regulatory commission requirements.