Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. has reported the first assay results from its wholly owned Murdock Mountain Property in Elko County, Nevada. The results represent a significant step forward for the exploration project, which targets a unique organic sedimentary phosphate deposit. Initial findings from three drill holes focused on the Upper Phosphatic Zone showed phosphate grades between 10.23 percent and 11.2 percent P2O5 across thicknesses of approximately 4.7 to 5.12 meters.
The company stated that these results are consistent with its geological model and expectations. Additional assay results, along with analyses for heavy metals and contaminants, are anticipated to be released as they become available. The Murdock Mountain Property features an organic sedimentary raw rock phosphate bed measuring 6.6 kilometers in length, with potential extensions that could increase the strike length to over 30 kilometers. According to the company, this may be the only known large-scale organic sedimentary phosphate project in North America.
The property's location near the main highway to Montello and Elko, Nevada, and proximity to a rail head to California are viewed as logistical advantages. The company's newsroom, accessible at https://ibn.fm/NOP, provides further updates and information. The full press release detailing these initial results can be viewed at https://ibn.fm/l87l4.
This development is important as it advances a potentially significant domestic source of phosphate, a critical mineral used extensively in fertilizer production. The confirmation of expected grades through initial drilling supports the project's geological premise and moves it closer to further resource definition. The project's unique organic sedimentary nature distinguishes it from other phosphate sources, which could have implications for mining methods and environmental considerations. As global demand for fertilizers remains strong, particularly with concerns over supply chain security, domestic projects like Murdock Mountain could gain strategic importance.
