Western Cobalt is excited to present the Black Rock Project, arguably the most strategically positioned, ready-to-develop pozzolan resource in the Western United States. This project offers a rare combination of proven high-reactivity material and unrivaled, in-place infrastructure, creating a turnkey opportunity for a cement or ready-mix producer to immediately establish a dominant market position. The volcanic ash from this extensive deposit not only meets natural pozzolan standards but also appears to be a direct analog to the material from the Geofortis Faust Mine—the only active pozzolan operation in Utah—providing a proven, de-risked product from day one.

 

The pozzolanic quality of the Black Rock ash is robust and commercially ideal. Rigorous Modified Chapelle testing confirms its strong reactivity, with consistent values ranging from 441 to 555 mg/g Ca(OH)₂ consumed. These results comfortably exceed the standards for natural pozzolans and are notably similar to the performance of the uncalcined Faust ash, confirming the material’s value as a high-quality Supplementary Cementitious Material. This provides a reliable, large-volume source for producing superior, low-carbon concrete that meets or exceeds the performance of established commercial SCMs.

What truly sets the Black Rock Project apart is its unparalleled access to critical infrastructure, eliminating the logistical and capital hurdles that often hinder new industrial mineral projects. The property runs parallel to a main line of the Union Pacific Railroad, offering direct and scalable transportation to major markets. In addition, the project has frontage on Utah Highway 257 and is adjacent to existing natural gas and fiber optic lines, providing all the necessary utilities for immediate, low-cost plant development and operation. This unique combination of a proven, commercial-grade resource and world-class infrastructure makes the Black Rock Project a secure, long-term asset ready for rapid development.