Sandfire Resources America Inc. receives positive ruling regarding water rights at Black Butte Copper Project

From GlobeNewswire: 2025-01-02 19:52:51

Sandfire Resources America Inc. has received a positive ruling from the Montana Supreme Court upholding a 2023 District Court decision regarding water rights related to the Black Butte Copper Project. The ruling affirms that mine dewatering is not a beneficial use of water. The decision was supported by various intervenors, including the MT Stockgrowers Association and the MT Chamber of Commerce. Sandfire America’s VP of Communications, Nancy Schlepp, expressed gratitude for the decision, emphasizing the company’s commitment to an environmentally safe mining project. CEO Lincoln Greenidge stated that the project now has all permits to proceed with feasibility work.

Contact Information:
Sandfire Resources America Inc.
Nancy Schlepp, VP of Communications and Government Relations
Mobile: 406-224-8180
Office: 406-547-3466
Email: [email protected]

Jerry Zieg, VP of Exploration, is a Qualified Person for the Company and has approved the technical information in the news release. The forward-looking statements in the document are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including regulatory approvals, funding availability, and operational challenges. The Company disclaims any obligation to update forward-looking statements.



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