A surface repository, dry storage, and a deep geological repository involve very different risks. Geological repositories are designed to remain safe even without human intervention, thanks to multiple barriers and the choice of geological formation. Damage might require inspection, recovery, repair, or additional isolation. There is no single answer: the scenario, radioactive inventory, and exposure pathway must all be evaluated.
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What happens if a nuclear waste repository is damaged?
It depends on the type of repository and the nature of the damage.
