Environmental and Geotechnical Characterization of Resolution Pilot Plant Tailings
SGS was contracted by Resolution Copper Mining LLC (Resolution) to complete environmental and geotechnical characterization of tailings generated during pilot plant (PP) testing of Cu/Mo ore from the Resolution Copper property located at Superior, Arizona (SGS Project reference No. 12074-001). The purpose of the environmental test program was to assess the geochemical, acid rock drainage (ARD), contaminant release and geotechnical properties associated with the tailings materials.
SGS Mineral Services. 2014. Environmental and Geotechnical Characterization of Resolution Pilot Plant Tailings, Report to Resolution Copper Mining, Project 12074-002 – Final Report Revision 1, March 27, 2014.
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