North Bay Resources Secures Operational Approval
Bishop, Calif. — North Bay Resources Inc. (the “Company” or “North Bay”) (OTC: NBRI) has received crucial approvals from the United States Department of Labor's Mining Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) for the commencement of production at the Mt. Vernon Gold Mine in Sierra County. This marks a significant step forward for the company as it prepares to extract valuable resources from its site.
Critical Approvals Received for Production
The MSHA has issued the necessary approvals for North Bay's operational plans, including the following:
- The Alternative Mine Rescue Capability application has been approved, ensuring safety measures are in place.
- The Ventilation Plan has been accepted without noting any deficiencies, which is vital for maintaining air quality during mining operations.
- The Escape and Evacuation Plan has also been approved, which is critical for ensuring worker safety in case of emergencies.
Initial Mining Phase
The initial phase of mining will involve blasting, loading, sorting, and shipping 500 tons of ore. This area has consistently shown gold grades exceeding 1 ounce up to 5 ounces per ton. Respec, a reputable mining engineering firm, has completed an updated mine plan focusing on this high-grade zone.
Details of the Mt. Vernon Gold Mine
The Mt. Vernon Gold Mine is a promising undeveloped site with samples consistently assaying over 1 ounce per ton, with sections reaching up to 5 ounces per ton over continuous stretches of 200 feet. The access tunnel runs through a 200-foot-wide gold-bearing zone and intersects the channel, which varies in width from 4 to 20 feet, typically yielding the highest gold grades in the lower strata. This channel has previously been successful, being part of the contiguous Ruby Mine known as one of the richest mines in North America. The ore body is estimated at roughly 954,000 tons based on known sampling.
Pioneering Gold Processing at the Bishop Mill
Additionally, the gravity circuit at the Company’s Bishop Gold Mill has become operational. The processing of gold-bearing ore from North Bay’s Fran Gold project is expected to start soon. Recent inspections and upgrades have ensured that key components such as the crusher, conveyor systems, and gravitational table are ready for efficient operation.
Focus on Metallurgical Testing
Advancements are also being made in metallurgy studies on ore from the Fran Gold Project. These studies aim to optimize extraction processes for gold, ensuring recovery efficiencies through flotation techniques. The results from these tests will enable the Bishop Gold Mill to process recovered materials into dore bars and platinum buttons, utilizing the on-site furnace. Given historical data, recovery rates of gold and platinum from the Mt. Vernon site appear promising, possibly eliminating immediate reliance on flotation circuits.
New Developments in Engineering
NewFields, acting as lead environmental engineers, have submitted a revised closure cost analysis alongside an updated tailings pond liner inspection report. This proactive approach will help regulators assess whether to increase the existing closure bond of $250,000. Meanwhile, Woods Process Services is developing detailed ore flow models and assessing areas for enhanced recovery and efficiency, with particular interest given to gravity gold concentration equipment such as Knelson concentrators.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, North Bay Resources Inc. can be reached at:
Email: info@northbay-resources.com
Website: northbay-resources.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Bay Resources?
North Bay Resources Inc. is a mining company focused on gold extraction from its properties in the United States.
What recent approvals did North Bay receive?
The company received approvals from MSHA for its operational plans at the Mt. Vernon Gold Mine, allowing full-scale production.
What are the preliminary mining plans?
The first phase involves blasting, loading, sorting, and shipping 500 tons of ore from a high-grade zone at the mine.
How does the Mt. Vernon Gold Mine compare to other mines?
The Mt. Vernon site has displayed promising assay results, placing it amongst high-performance mines in North America.
Where can I find more information about North Bay's operations?
More information can be found on their official website or by following them on social media platforms.
