Black Butte Copper Project Achieves Major Milestone- Advances into Next Step of the Permitting Process after Receiving Complete and Compliant
Tintina Resources Inc.
(Trading Symbol: TSX-V: TAU, OTCQB: TINTF)
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Web: www.tintinaresources.com
Email: [email protected]
August 14, 2017
For Immediate Release
Black Butte Copper Project Achieves Major Milestone-
Advances into Next Step of the Permitting Process after Receiving Complete and Compliant
Notification
White Sulphur Springs, Montana– August 14, 2017 – Tintina Resources, Inc.
(“Tintina” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has received notification
from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (“MT DEQ”) that the Black Butte
Copper Mine Operating Permit (“MOP”) is now considered to be Complete and Compliant
in accordance with all state rules and regulations relating to the operating plan of its
proposed underground copper mine in Meagher County, Montana.
The permitting process now moves to the development of a comprehensive Environmental
Impact Study (EIS). The selection of an independent and third party EIS contractor and
issuance of a draft Mine Operating Permit are in the final stages and the EIS is expected to
commence within the next 30 days. The EIS process, scheduled to take approximately
twelve months, will include public input through the public comment process and will be a
comprehensive analysis of project alternatives as required under the Montana
Environmental Policy Act (”MEPA”). In addition, the Company is required to obtain other
state operating permits including a Montana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(MPDES) permit, an Air Quality permit, and a Public Water Supply permit. The Company
will also complete a Hard Rock Mining Impact Plan as required by Montana statute. A
Federal Clean Water Act 404 permit is also currently in process. Upon completion, the
Company’s goal is that the EIS will result in a Final Record of Decision allowing
construction and development of this underground mine on private ranch land in Meagher
County.
A summary of the MOP can be found on our website www.blackbuttecopper.com along
with a 3D animation of the planned project showing what the site will look like before and
during mining operations as well as after reclamation. The proposed underground mine,
located 15 miles north of White Sulphur Springs, is designed to provide economic
opportunity to Central Montana while fully protecting the Smith River Watershed:
All designed openings and entry points to the underground mine are located well
above the water table.
Surface irrigation rights have been leased for instream flow to ensure there is no
change to the water levels in Sheep Creek.
A reverse osmosis water treatment plant will treat water on-site from construction
through reclamation, and will return clean water back to the same ground water
system through a buried infiltration system. The water treatment plant will remain
active as long as needed to ensure all water involved in the operation meets
Montana’s strict non-degradation water standards through reclamation and closure.
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Our mining plan fills all underground mined areas in the copper deposit with paste
backfill ensuring that only a small percentage of the underground mine is open at
any given time and that no large open spaces are left underground.
Mill tailings that are not returned underground (approx. 55%) have cement added to
them and will be placed in a double-lined facility. This innovative use of existing
mine technology eliminates windblown dust and prevents acid runoff. Any un-
milled rock brought to surface will be stored here. During reclamation, the
cemented tailings facility will be sealed with another liner, covered with several
feet of cover and original top soil and returned to grazing.
Our reclamation plan returns the entire site to agricultural and cattle grazing with
no treatment of water in perpetuity necessary.
John Shanahan, CEO stated, “This has been a long and involved process, and we now can
clearly demonstrate that the development and operation of this state-of-the-art project
meets and exceeds all state rules and regulations. Our objective is very clear; to
responsibly develop this project and provide both economic opportunity and complete
protection of the environment. The ongoing support and vision of our major shareholder,
Sandfire Resources, along with the unwavering support of White Sulphur Springs and
surrounding communities has made this all possible. We also gratefully thank the Montana
DEQ for their thorough and exacting review.”
Jerry Zieg, VP of Exploration closed by stating, “This is a real milestone for Tintina, the
Black Butte Copper Project, and the residents of Meagher County and surrounding
counties. Everyone has worked diligently for years, both managing and carrying out
extensive supporting studies, and communicating their constant and strong support for the
project. The Tintina team, both staff and third party contractors, are leading the world in
showing how to build a mine which will exceed regulations at all levels in true
comprehensive environmental protection while providing a much needed economic boon
to the state of Montana. All of us can be very proud of this accomplishment.”
Contact Information:
Tintina Resources Inc.
Nancy Schlepp, Director of Public Affairs
Mobile: 406-224-8180
Office: 406-547-3466
Email: [email protected]
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: Certain disclosures in this document constitute “forward-
looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding the
Company’s plans for advancing the Black Butte Copper Project, including plans for tailings and water management and
the MOP application and expected outcomes. In making these forward-looking statements, the Company has applied
certain factors and assumptions that the Company believes are reasonable, including that the Company’s plans for
tailings and water management will be implemented as expected and will have the intended benefits and that the results
of exploration and development activities are consistent with management’s expectations. However, the forward-looking
statements in this document are subject to numerous risks, uncertainties and other factors relating to Tintina’s operation
as a mineral exploration and development company and the Black Butte Copper Project that may cause future results to
differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements, including that results of
exploration and development activities will not be consistent with management’s expectations, delays in obtaining or
inability to obtain required government or other regulatory approvals or financing, failure of plant, equipment or
processes to operate as anticipated, the risk of accidents, labor disputes, inclement or hazardous weather conditions,
unusual or unexpected geological conditions, ground control problems, earthquakes, flooding and all of the other risks
generally associated with the development of mining facilities and the operation of a producing mine. There can be no
assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially
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from those anticipated in such statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking
statements. Tintina does not intend, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to, update or revise any forward-
looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Certain disclosures in this document constitute “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” within
the meaning of applicable Canadian and United States securities legislation.