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Responds to FOIA request for documents re NRC activities concerning Sheffield Brook & matl re radiation in Wayne,NJ. Forwards documents listed in App A.

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• ML20063A803 - Responds to FOIA request for documents re NRC activities concerning Sheffield Brook & matl re radiation in Wayne,NJ. Forwards documents listed in App A. (10 page(s), 6/17/1982)
• ML20063B076 - Advises re deferred reinspection scheduling of licensee pending receipt of info that enforcement action has been completed. (1 page(s), 5/15/1961)
• ML20063B149 - Advises that request for legal interpretation of responsibility for remedial action at Pompton Plains,NJ site has been initiated in response to 810730 memo. (1 page(s), 9/18/1981)
• ML20063B196 - Submits application for new source matl license for unlimited amount of matl for use in rare earth operations in Pompton Plains,NJ. (2 page(s), 8/2/1961)
• ML20063B431 - "Health Physics Manual." (56 page(s), 10/10/1967)
• ML20063B305 - Summary of 820226 meeting w/Oak Ridge Associated Univs, WR Grace & Co & Electro-Nucleonics,Inc to provide first hand info re site geography & briefing concerning radiological survey.Public notification recommended. (2 page(s), 4/1/1982)
• ML20063B043 - Forwards "Health Physics Manual" & "Procedures for Measurement of Radioactivity." (1 page(s), 6/29/1960)
• ML20063B230 - Forwards QA Program Insp Rept 99990001/81-21,in response to 811125 request. (4 page(s), 11/30/1981)
• ML20063B178 - Forwards info re licensing requirements for persons possessing U or thorium source matl.W/o encl. (2 page(s), 7/26/1961)
• ML20063B070 - Reiterates 601109 request for info re completion of enforcement action for licensee. (1 page(s), 1/13/1961)
• ML20063B207 - Confirms 811125 discussion re preliminary visit to site during wk of 811207.Final comprehensive survey plan & tentative schedule will be provided. (1 page(s), 11/27/1981)
• ML20063B332 - Notifies of expiration of License STA-422 on 641031. Application for license renewal should be filed if program continues. (1 page(s), 9/2/1964)
• ML20063B326 - Excerpts from news articles re burial of radioactive thorium near Sheffield Brook in Wayne,NJ. (8 page(s), 4/25/1982)
• ML20063B387 - Amends Source Matl License STA-422 per 661007 application. Licensee exempt from requirements of 10CFR20 Section 20.203 (e)(2),provided all entrances to plant are conspicuously posted. (1 page(s), 11/4/1966)
• ML20063B317 - Responds to 670310 inquiry re licensee.Source Matl License STA-422 issued on 641012,authorizing possession of unlimited quantity of thorium. (1 page(s), 3/20/1967)
• ML20063B402 - Application for renewal of Source Matl License STA-422, authorizing use of unlimited quantity of thorium for ore processing. (1 page(s), 9/19/1967)
• ML20063B115 - Press release PR 81/303 entitled "Aerial Radiological Surveys Set for Cities of Gloucester & Orange & Township of Wayne." Terrestrial radiation profiles over 16 square mile areas will be recorded. (2 page(s), 5/21/1981)
• ML20063A976 - Requests renewal of License R-196 to receive & process thorium-containing matls at facility. (1 page(s), 2/11/1960)
• ML20063A996 - Discusses 591125 insp.No noncompliance noted re License C-3623.Noncompliance noted re License R-196:failure to conduct radiation surveys & improper radwaste disposal. (4 page(s), 3/14/1960)
• ML20063B224 - Forwards "clear" followup insp rept for facility. (1 page(s), 8/17/1961)
• ML20063B296 - Summary of 811214 meeting w/DOE to discuss WR Grace & Co facility in Pompton Plains,NJ.DOE agreed to inform NRC re decision on remedial action.List of attendees encl. (3 page(s), 3/24/1982)
• ML20063A853 - License for Rare Earths,Inc to export 2,000 lb thorium oxide to Canada. (1 page(s), 11/16/1956)
• ML20063B350 - News article re thorium waste burial near Wayne,NJ. (1 page(s), 6/17/1982)
• ML20063A899 - Issues Amend 1 to Source Matl License STA-422 to authorize thorium storage only. (1 page(s), 4/23/1971)
• ML20063A930 - Forwards fee for renewal of Source Matl License STA-422, authorizing matl storage,per 731226 telcon. (1 page(s), 1/3/1974)
• ML20063B399 - Advises that Source Matl License STA-422 expires on 671031.Application for license renewal should be filed if program continues. (1 page(s), 8/28/1967)
• ML20063B451 - Requests info re radioactive matls used in Wayne,NJ facility during Jul-Aug 1965. (1 page(s), 3/10/1967)
• ML20063B449 - Responds to 600606 request re status of application to release source matl to unrestricted areas.Manual covering sampling procedures,methods of evaluation & time spent by employees at location prepared.Related info encl. (9 page(s), 6/20/1960)
• ML20063A848 - Provides guidance re concentration of thorium considered permissible for discharge into stream,in response to 561015 request. (2 page(s), 10/31/1956)
• ML20063A844 - Insp Findings & Licensee Ack dtd 681204 of License STA-422. Noncompliance noted:records of surveys or disposals not properly maintained. (1 page(s), 12/4/1968)
• ML20063A982 - Ack receipt of 600211 application to renew License R-196. (1 page(s), 2/17/1960)
• ML20063B125 - Advises that preliminary evaluation of Pompton Plains site indicates surface radiation up to 1 m/h.Site does not meet criteria for release for unrestricted use. (6 page(s), 7/30/1981)
• ML20063B462 - Summary of 780905 meeting w/DOE in Germantown,MD re WR Grace site in Curtis Bay,MD.Company will submit complete radiological survey of disposal area by 781001.Related info encl. (13 page(s), 9/22/1978)
• ML20063A816 - Forwards renewed Source Matl License STA-422. (1 page(s), 2/26/1968)
• ML20063B264 - Discusses 820218 telcon w/J Kinneman re preliminary site visit on 820226 to formulate plans for radiological survey. Project assigned to R Mace. (2 page(s), 2/19/1982)
• ML20063B302 - Responds to 640717 notice of noncompliance.Corrective actions:surface contamination surveys conducted & thorium sludge burial method modified.Decontamination procedures encl. (3 page(s), 7/24/1964)
• ML20063A969 - Forwards compliance insp rept of Licenses R-196,R-132 & C-3623.Noncompliance noted:excess radiation levels in restricted areas,failure to perform radiation surveys & improper storage of licensed matl.W/o encl. (3 page(s), 1/26/1960)
• ML20063A933 - Application to renew Source Matl License R-196 to transfer, deliver,export or receive 100 tons thorium ores & ore concentrates & 1,000 lb thorium. (1 page(s), 3/24/1959)
• ML20063A856 - Requests transfer of License R-132 to Davison Chemical Co, Div of WR Grace & Co,Baltimore,MD. (2 page(s), 12/21/1956)
• ML20063A944 - Requests advice re importation of 5 lb normal U dioxide from Canada. (1 page(s), 4/29/1959)
• ML20063B100 - Responds to request for release of property formerly under License STA-422 for unrestricted use.Property meets decontamination criteria & can be released for unrestricted used.Radwaste should be buried per 10CFR20.304 (1974). (1 page(s), 1/22/1975)
• ML20063A910 - Forwards application for renewal of storage License STA-422.Related info encl. (6 page(s), 12/14/1973)
• ML20063A897 - Forwards application for renewal of Source Matl License R-196. (1 page(s), 3/10/1958)
• ML20063B329 - Forwards licensee reply re Form AEC-592.Response adequate. W/o form.Related info encl. (2 page(s), 7/28/1964)
• ML20063B165 - Suppls 600620 & 0713 ltrs re plant operations & disposal of plant effluents.Requests permission to continue operations w/present sys of controls & records pending const of sanitary sewer. (2 page(s), 7/6/1961)
• ML20063B220 - Forwards licensing history of WR Grace & Co, Pompton Plains,NJ facility. (4 page(s), 11/30/1981)
• ML20063B241 - Confirms results of 811214 meeting re WR Grace site in Pompton Plains,NJ.Characterization of potential radiological risk to public from creek holds priority. (1 page(s), 12/16/1981)
• ML20063A835 - Advises that monazite sand covered in Philipp Brothers Div of Engelhard Minerals & Chemical Corp import certificate was provided by Davison Chemical Co,in response to 671205 request.Related info encl. (9 page(s), 2/26/1968)
• ML20063B469 - Requests info re nuclear waste burial site in Wayne,NJ. (5 page(s), 1/6/1981)
• ML20063B390 - Notifies of 661117 insp of facilities re compliance w/10CFR20 & provisions of 10CFR30,32,33,34,35,40 & 70. (1 page(s), 11/15/1966)
• ML20063B393 - Advises that Pompton Plains,NJ site can be included in DOE utilized sites program,in response to request during 820331 meeting. (1 page(s), 4/21/1982)
• ML20063A924 - Forwards application to renew Source Matl License R-196. (1 page(s), 3/19/1959)
• ML20063A942 - Requests application fee for renewal of License STA-422,in response to 731214 ltr.Related info encl. (2 page(s), 1/3/1974)
• ML20063B366 - Requests amend to License R-132 to permit Rare Earths to receive title to thorium in form of metal scrap,sludges & residues in addition to authorized monazite ore. (1 page(s), 8/2/1956)
• ML20063B454 - Forwards US Import Certificates issued to Intl Selling Corp & WR Grace & Co. (4 page(s), 9/26/1967)
• ML20063B247 - Responds to request for background info re NRC desire to perform radiological survey of Pompton Plains,NJ site.Status questioned because of burial problems identified when license was terminated. (2 page(s), 12/24/1981)
• ML20063B192 - Forwards summary licensing history of facility & file for License STA-422,per request. (4 page(s), 10/27/1981)
• ML20063B257 - Submits analysis,findings & conclusions from radiological safety evaluation of facility.Licensee complies w/AEC regulations. (3 page(s), 10/4/1961)
• ML20063B470 - Forwards AEC contracts found in files to aid in study of Pomptons Plains,NJ. (74 page(s), 12/8/1981)
• ML20063B023 - Forwards RO Insp Rept 40-0086/74-01. (1 page(s), 10/22/1974)
• ML20063B163 - Forwards Region 1 request for survey of Pompton Plains,NJ site.Tentative completion date requested. (2 page(s), 9/18/1981)
• ML20063B082 - Transcript re reburial of radwaste at facility during 1964-65. (1 page(s), 12/16/1974)
• ML20063B313 - Press release re field investigation concerning radioactive thorium deposited along course of Sheffield Brook in Wayne,NJ.Related info encl. (5 page(s), 4/9/1982)
• ML20063A838 - Forwards Revision 1 to Source Matl License R-132,authorizing procurement of 100 lb thorium bomb reduction residues. (1 page(s), 8/20/1956)
• ML20063B039 - RO Insp Rept 40-0086/74-01 on 740731-0920 re close-out survey of facility.Final survey results showed agreement w/ licensee results. (22 page(s), 10/8/1974)
• ML20063A890 - Discusses 710408 telcon w/R Stone re discontinued production of licensed matl at facility.No further action recommended. (1 page(s), 4/21/1971)
• ML20063B090 - Recommends release of unrestricted property,based on licensee statements of compliance.Land records should indicate that matl has been buried on property. (1 page(s), 1/9/1975)
• ML20063A963 - Discusses telcon w/G Epstein re close-out survey of facility.Further decontamination required prior to release for unrestricted use.Related info encl. (13 page(s), 8/6/1974)
• ML20063A917 - Record of 731207 telcons w/BL Mobley & J Mitzger re application for Source Matl License STA-422. (4 page(s), 12/7/1973)
• ML20063B319 - Notice of violation from insp on 640701.Noncompliance noted: surveys to determine concentrations of removable surface contamination in restricted & unrestricted areas conducted. (1 page(s), 7/17/1964)
• ML20063B477 - Forwards view foils & color prints of WR Grace property,in response to request.W/o encl. (1 page(s), 4/7/1982)
• ML20063B428 - Forwards process description,waste treatment plant operating description,plot plan indicating location of residues & info re thorium content of sludges stored on property,in response to request. (7 page(s), 1/12/1960)
• ML20063B288 - Notifies of insp on 640701 re status of compliance w/ 10CFR30,40 & 20.Related info encl. (2 page(s), 6/24/1964)
• ML20063B385 - Concurs that present exemption inappropriate,in response to 660923 ltr re amend to 10CFR20,Section 20.203(f). (1 page(s), 10/7/1966)
• ML20063B409 - Requests that encl process description re breakup of monazite sands be treated as company confidential matl & withheld from PDR. (2 page(s), 11/3/1967)
• ML20063B092 - Compliance insp rept on 610629.No noncompliance noted.Major areas inspected:previous items of noncompliance re maint of records,inventories,receipts & transfers of refined source matl. (9 page(s), 6/29/1961)
• ML20063B235 - Forwards historical background & summary of WR Grace insp repts. (2 page(s), 12/1/1981)
• ML20063A850 - Forwards Form AEC-591,listing items of compliance noted during 681204 insp.W/o form.Related info encl. (18 page(s), 12/6/1968)
• ML20063B066 - Discusses close-out survey of facilities for release to unrestricted use.New owner should be licensed to possess buried thorium or matl should be transferred to authorized disposal site. (2 page(s), 11/7/1974)
• ML20063A867 - Notifies of discontinuation of monazite processing on 710407.Storage license requested. (1 page(s), 4/6/1971)
• ML20063A822 - Issues License R-132,authorizing receipt,possession & title to unlimited raw source matl from producers & distributors licensed by AEC & through importation,for processing only. Related info encl. (7 page(s), 7/25/1956)
• ML20063B072 - Transcript re point of noncompliance noted during 1964 insp of facility concerning radwaste burial.Reburial completed in accord w/exact requirement following citing. (1 page(s), 12/16/1974)
• ML20063B414 - Requests guidance for obtaining sample of U-magnesium fluoride slag for recovery of contained U.Related info encl. (1 page(s), 11/29/1956)
• ML20063A947 - "Health Physics Rept for WR Grace Co,Wayne,NJ." (101 page(s), 6/18/1974)
• ML20063A831 - Forwards guidance in response to 560629 ltr re proposed receipt of 100 lb thorium bomb reduction residues. (1 page(s), 7/25/1956)
• ML20063B003 - Discuses 600408 telcon w/DC Hubbard of Davison Chemical Co confirming AEC 600413 visit to investigate 600314 notice of violation. (1 page(s), 4/8/1960)
• ML20063B344 - Summary of 820416 meeting w/Mayor of Wayne Township,NJ re contamination at WR Grace facility. (1 page(s), 4/28/1982)
• ML20063A922 - Issues Source Matl License R-196,authorizing possession of unlimited quantities of thorium-containing matl for processing at Pompton Plains,NJ & Curtis Bay,MD facilities. (1 page(s), 3/13/1958)
• ML20063B184 - Requests full rept on 610629 insp of facility. (1 page(s), 7/28/1961)
• ML20063A913 - Application for renewal of Source Matl License R-196. (1 page(s), 4/11/1958)
• ML20063B417 - Forwards process description for breaking monazite sands into rare earth & thorium compounds & "Health Physics Manual." Includes procedures for measurement of radioactivity. (4 page(s), 2/13/1968)
• ML20063B182 - Requests preliminary site visit & development of radiological survey plan for Pompton Plains,NJ site. (2 page(s), 10/8/1981)
• ML20063B310 - Application for renewal of Source Matl License STA-422,for use of unlimited quantities of thorium for ore processing. (3 page(s), 11/3/1967)
• ML20063A959 - IE insp rept of License R-196 on 591125.Major areas inspected:organization & procedures,facilities, instrumentation & radiological procedures & control.Related info encl. (14 page(s), 11/25/1959)
• ML20063A893 - Issues Source Matl License C-3623,authorizing possession of 50 lb refined U-magnesium fluoride slag. (1 page(s), 6/17/1982)
• ML20063B474 - Confirms 820305 telcon re NRC plans for survey of properties west of Pompton Plains,NJ site. (2 page(s), 3/5/1982)
• ML20063B172 - Advises that no items of noncompliance noted during 610629 insp. (2 page(s), 7/19/1961)
• ML20063B334 - Summary of 820325 meeting w/WR Grace & Co re plans for survey of Sheffield Brook area in Wayne,NJ.Discussions re responsibility for remedial action premature,pending survey results. (2 page(s), 4/27/1982)
• ML20063A881 - Forwards AEC regulation entitled "Stds for Protection Against Radiation" effective 570228. (1 page(s), 2/27/1957)
• ML20063B201 - Forwards excerpt from "clear" compliance insp rept of facility. (3 page(s), 8/7/1961)
• ML20063A864 - Confirms RL Stone 561221 ltr re liquidation of Rare Earths, Inc.Request for transfer of License R-132 to Davison Chemical Co reinterated. (1 page(s), 1/14/1957)
• ML20063B169 - Advises that radiological survey of Pompton Plains site will be initiated,in response to 810918 request. (1 page(s), 10/8/1981)
• ML20063B060 - "Procedures for Measurement of Radioactivity." (30 page(s), 1/1/1960)
• ML20063A813 - Issues License R-132,authorizing receipt,possession & title to unlimited raw source matl.Related info encl. (36 page(s), 4/1/1954)
• ML20063B412 - Forwards certificate for Philipp Brothers Div of Engelhard Minerals & Chemical Corp re importation of monazite sand. Inquiry should be made to determine status & ultimate disposition.W/o encl. (1 page(s), 12/5/1967)
• ML20063B105 - Advises that next inspector should assure that new facility owner is licensed.Related info encl. (12 page(s), 2/19/1975)
• ML20063B273 - Requests identification of owner of property between Black Oak Ridge Road & Pompton River. (2 page(s), 2/25/1982)
• ML20063B340 - Application for renewal of Source Matl License STA-422, authorizing possession of unlimited quantities of thorium for processing. (1 page(s), 9/21/1964)
• ML20063B140 - Requests review of Pompton Plains,NJ site to determine legal responsibility for remedial action. (1 page(s), 9/18/1981)
• ML20063B056 - Submits addl info for release of facility per 741029 telcon. Burial area graded,dressed w/fill dirt & seeded.Drainage measurements failed to disclose any radioactivity. (1 page(s), 10/30/1974)
• ML20063B052 - "Health Physics Manual." (33 page(s), 1/1/1960)
• ML20063B375 - Forwards renewed Source Matl License STA-422. (1 page(s), 10/12/1964)
• ML20063B353 - Forwards application for renewal of Source Matl License STA-422. (1 page(s), 9/18/1964)
• ML20063A834 - Issues Revision 1 to License R-132,authorizing use of 100 lb thorium bomb reduction residues for experimental processing at Curtis Bay,MD. (1 page(s), 8/15/1956)
• ML20063B456 - Forwards statements of PJ Garino & JJ Baum,supporting release of facilities in Wayne,NJ. (2 page(s), 12/17/1974)
• ML20063A953 - Record of 591119 telcon w/J Russo of NJ Dept of Health re contamination of Passaic River in Wayne-Pompton Plains area. AEC plans investigation. (2 page(s), 11/19/1959)
• ML20063B016 - Forwards final rept re decontamination of facility.Release of facility for unrestricted use & termination of storage license requested.W/o encl. (1 page(s), 9/16/1974)
• ML20063A920 - Discusses 731206 telcons w/J Metzger & Mobley re Source Matl License STA-422.No problem w/leaving burial matl on property. (3 page(s), 12/6/1973)
• ML20063B356 - Requests shipment of 100 lb sample of thorium bomb reduction residue to Curtis Bay,MD for processing. (1 page(s), 6/29/1956)
• ML20063B037 - Advises that enforcement action has not been completed for Davison Chemical Co,in response to 600630 rept. (1 page(s), 7/22/1960)
• ML20063B009 - Summary of 600413 meeting w/DLR & Davison Chemical Co to discuss compliance status of Pompton Plains,NJ facility. (2 page(s), 5/24/1960)
• ML20063B438 - "Process for Breaking Monazite Sands Into Rare Earth & Thorium Compounds." (2 page(s), 2/14/1968)
• ML20063B395 - Submits evaluation of compliance insp.Licensee has corrected deficiencies.No apparent health & safety irregularities found. (1 page(s), 11/30/1966)
• ML20063A938 - Issues Source Matl License R-196,authorizing possession of thorium-containing matl for processing at Pompton Plains,NJ & Curtis Bay,MD plants. (1 page(s), 3/27/1953)
• ML20063B218 - Ack receipt of 610719 "clear" notice of insp on 610629. Further enforcement action unnecessary. (1 page(s), 8/10/1961)
• ML20063A979 - Ack receipt of 600211 application to renew License R-196. (1 page(s), 2/15/1960)
• ML20063B133 - Forwards Region 1 file for License STA-422,including requested insp repts.W/o encl. (1 page(s), 8/25/1981)
• ML20063B152 - Requests authorization to burn 100 lb of burlap bags containing monazite sand. (1 page(s), 7/3/1961)
• ML20063A879 - Issues Source Matl License R-196,authorizing receipt & possession of unlimited quantities of thorium-containing matl. (1 page(s), 1/24/1957)
• ML20063B211 - Requests complete rept of 610629 insp of facility to assist in license application processing. (1 page(s), 8/8/1961)
• ML20063B441 - Advises of corrective measures taken in response to insp on 591123.Surveys to determine external radiation levels in & around plant set up on monthly basis to include all areas where source matl used or stored. (2 page(s), 4/11/1960)
• ML20063B299 - "Proposed Radiological Survey Plan,WR Grace Property Pompton Plains,NJ." (8 page(s), 3/15/1982)
• ML20063B086 - Advises of completion of enforcement action for License R-196. (1 page(s), 5/29/1961)
• ML20063A956 - Forwards rept re decontamination of facility.Release for unrestricted use & termination of storage license requested. W/o encl. (1 page(s), 7/26/1974)
• ML20062N342 - Summary of 811124 & 25 discussions w/WR Grace Chemical Co re radiological survey plan for Pompton Plains site. (2 page(s), 11/30/1981)
• ML20063A935 - Application for renewal of Source Matl License STA-422, authorizing continued use of storage facilities. (2 page(s), 12/14/1973)
• ML20063B096 - Advises that property meets decontamination criteria for release of facilities for unrestricted use,based on 740909 survey rept & 0916,1030 & 1217 ltrs. (1 page(s), 1/22/1975)
• ML20063B268 - Forwards Source Matl License STA-422.Special request required for utilizing respirators in determination of airborne radioactivity exposure.Related info encl. (2 page(s), 11/22/1961)
• ML20063A908 - Notifies of expiration of Source Matl License STA-422 on 730228. (4 page(s), 12/27/1972)
• ML20063B287 - Requests copy of Sheets 34 & 25b of tax map,covering area through which Sheffield Brook runs between Black Oak Ridge Road & Pompton River. (1 page(s), 3/5/1982)
• ML20063B378 - Requests guidance re specific concentration of thorium permissable for discharge into stream. (1 page(s), 10/15/1956)
• ML20063A862 - Summarizes 681230 telcon w/P Garino re spill of natural thorium in unrefined ore near Wayne,NJ.No hazard associated w/spill.Matl exempt from AEC regulation.No further action planned.Related info encl. (2 page(s), 1/6/1969)
• ML20063B019 - Ack receipt of 600411 ltr informing of corrective actions taken in response to violations noted in AEC 600314 ltr. Application to release source matl to unrestricted areas not received. (1 page(s), 6/6/1960)
• ML20063B404 - Requests filling of new application for Source Matl License STA-422 w/o ref to previous application 30-days prior to license expiration. (1 page(s), 10/6/1967)
• ML20063B253 - Forwards QA Program Insp Rept 99990001/81-21.More detailed surveys will be performed in 1982. (1 page(s), 12/30/1981)