Permitting Application To Restart JD-8 Uranium Mine

VANCOUVER – Anfield Energy Inc. reported the formal submission of a comprehensive permitting application to the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (DRMS) for the restart of its fully permitted, past-producing JD-8 uranium and vanadium mine in Montrose County, Colorado. The Company is targeting operational restart in the second half of 2026.
The JD-8 mine project is a high-grade conventional uranium and vanadium asset within Anfield’s strategic development portfolio, underpinned by the Shootaring Canyon Mill—one of only three licensed conventional uranium mills in the United States. The project leverages existing infrastructure, historic production data, and previously approved permits to accelerate the path to production.
Key elements of the permitting application and restart plan include: 1) Streamlined Regulatory Pathway: The application builds on existing state permits, focusing on operational updates, enhanced monitoring, and modern reclamation standards to expedite approval. 2) Proven Conventional Mining: Underground long-hole stoping methods will be employed, supported by updated ventilation, ground control, and water management systems. 3) Economic and Community Benefits: The restart is projected to create approximately 50 direct jobs during operations, with additional indirect employment in transportation, supply chain, and local services. 4) Environmental Responsibility: The plan includes concurrent reclamation and full bonding in compliance with Colorado’s rigorous environmental regulations.
“This permitting milestone for JD-8 is a pivotal step in Anfield’s strategy to help restore U.S. uranium production capacity,” said Corey Dias, CEO. “With strong market fundamentals, rising domestic demand, and government support for nuclear energy, JD-8 is poised to deliver high-grade uranium to the American fuel cycle starting in H2 2026. We are fully committed to responsible development and meaningful engagement with local communities and tribal nations.”