Jaslovske Bohunice nuclear power plants and surrounding ground waters

To assess the impact of nuclear power plants in Jaslovske Bohunice on ground waters, the content was studied of radionuclides in the surface waters and drinking water resources in the vicinity of the plants. From the hydrogeological point of view, the main aquifer in the area of the nuclear power plants is a continuous stretch of gravel sands and sands. The most important indicator of the radioactive contamination of ground and surface waters is tritium which shows the highest rate of penetration through the aquifers. Specific activities measured in drinking water resources in the area surrounding Jaslovske Bohunice in the years 1979 to 1982 are much below the maximum permissible levels. (B.S.)