No Drilling Needed: Anson’s Bosydaba#1 Well Flow Rate Boosts Lithium Project Prospects
Anson Resources has confirmed its Bosydaba#1 well can supply brine at 6,000 barrels per day, meeting the flow requirements for its planned lithium extraction demonstration plant in Utah. This milestone reduces costs and accelerates project timelines.
- Bosydaba#1 well achieves minimum 6,000 barrels/day brine flow rate
- No additional drilling or tubing changes needed for demonstration plant
- Flow rate validated by third-party oil and gas engineering experts
- Pump installation planned to potentially increase flow rates further
- JORC-compliant sampling and assay data support brine quality and flow
Bosydaba#1 Well Meets Critical Flow Threshold
Anson Resources Ltd (ASX – ASN) has announced a significant operational milestone at its Green River Lithium Project in southeastern Utah. The company’s Bosydaba#1 exploration well has demonstrated a minimum calculated brine flow rate of 6,000 barrels per day (approximately 250 barrels per hour), meeting the requirements for its planned direct lithium extraction (DLE) demonstration plant.
This flow rate was determined through continuous brine extraction and swabbing tests conducted since the well’s completion in April 2024. Importantly, the flow rate is achievable through the existing well tubing, meaning Anson can proceed with the demonstration plant installation without incurring additional costs or delays from further drilling or tubing modifications.
Operational and Cost Implications
The ability to utilize the current well infrastructure significantly de-risks the project’s next phase. By avoiding new drilling or tubing replacement, Anson reduces capital expenditure and expedites the timeline to commence operations at the demonstration plant. The company also plans to install a pump at a depth of 10,000 feet to lower hydrostatic pressure, which is expected to boost brine flow rates beyond the current minimum.
These operational insights were validated by an independent oil and gas engineer, lending credibility to the flow rate estimates and the projected benefits of pump installation. The flow rate stability was supported by observations that no drawdown of the brine level occurred during continuous extraction periods, indicating a sustainable supply from the reservoir.
Supporting Data and Compliance
Anson’s announcement is backed by rigorous sampling and assay protocols compliant with the JORC Code 2012 standards. Brine samples were collected systematically and analyzed using ICP-OES techniques at certified laboratories in Texas, ensuring the reliability of lithium concentration data and other geochemical parameters critical for DLE processing.
The Green River Lithium Project, encompassing over 5,000 hectares of claims and leases held 100% by Anson’s subsidiary Blackstone Minerals NV LLC, benefits from a well-characterized geological setting within the Paradox Basin. The Bosydaba#1 well’s vertical orientation intersects lithium-rich brines hosted in permeable dolomite sediments, providing a promising resource base for lithium extraction.
Looking Ahead
With the flow rate hurdle cleared, Anson is positioned to advance the demonstration plant installation swiftly. This progress is a key step toward validating the commercial viability of its lithium extraction technology and scaling operations. The company’s focus remains on developing its Utah assets to meet growing demand for lithium, a critical component in batteries for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage.
Bottom Line?
Anson’s Bosydaba#1 well flow rate milestone clears a major hurdle, setting the stage for lithium production scale-up.
Questions in the middle?
- How will the demonstration plant perform under sustained operational conditions?
- What are the timelines and costs associated with installing the planned pump system?
- How might fluctuations in brine chemistry affect lithium recovery efficiency?
