Blue Lagoon Resources Commissions Advanced Water Treatment System for Dome Mountain Mine Operations
TL;DR
Blue Lagoon Resources gains operational advantage with its new MBBR water treatment system, enabling efficient mining scale-up to 150 tonnes per day while maintaining regulatory compliance.
The MBBR system at Dome Mountain treats up to 400 L/min using biofilm technology, developed with SRK Consulting to meet all discharge standards and permit conditions.
Blue Lagoon's environmental stewardship ensures responsible mining with full waste containment underground, protecting local ecosystems and setting a standard for sustainable resource development.
Blue Lagoon's Dome Mountain project is one of only nine permitted in BC since 2015, featuring advanced water treatment and underground mining commencing September 24, 2025.
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Blue Lagoon Resources Inc. has commissioned its Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor system at the Dome Mountain Water Treatment Plant, designed to meet all regulatory discharge standards for mine water treatment. The system, developed with SRK Consulting's principal environmental consultant Soren Jensen, represents a significant environmental safeguard with capacity to treat up to 400 liters per minute, far exceeding the current mine water output of 20-40 L/min. This substantial overcapacity ensures the company can maintain environmental compliance and stewardship as mining operations scale up over time.
The commissioning coincides with preparations for underground mining operations scheduled to begin on September 24, 2025. The initial phase will start with development work, with production targets set to ramp up to 100 tonnes per day within four weeks and further increase to 150 tonnes per day within twelve weeks. The company has emphasized that all mine waste generated during operations will remain underground, aligning with their environmental commitments and reducing surface impact. This approach demonstrates the company's focus on minimizing environmental footprint while advancing the project toward production.
To enhance operational readiness and safety protocols, Blue Lagoon has signed a Mutual Aid Agreement with New Gold Inc., providing access to emergency support resources if needed during mining operations. The underground program will be led by Mike McCartin, an experienced underground mining geologist, with additional support from Roughstock Mining Services to establish comprehensive mining protocols and standard operating procedures. This collaborative approach to mine development underscores the company's commitment to operational excellence and safety standards.
President and CEO Rana Vig described this operational phase as transformational for Blue Lagoon, highlighting the fully permitted project's potential for near-term cash flow generation with minimized risk. The Dome Mountain project holds particular significance as one of only nine projects permitted in British Columbia since 2015, underscoring its rarity in the current regulatory environment. This limited number of permitted projects in the province highlights the challenges companies face in obtaining operational approvals and positions Dome Mountain as a strategically important asset in the region's mining landscape.
The combination of advanced water treatment technology, comprehensive safety agreements, and experienced leadership team positions Blue Lagoon to advance the Dome Mountain project while maintaining its commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. The company's approach reflects the evolving standards for mining operations in British Columbia, where environmental stewardship and community relations have become increasingly important considerations for project development and long-term operational success.
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