San Emidio Desert
The Galt Property
San Emidio Desert
The Galt Property
San Emidio Desert
The Galt Property
Overview
The Galt Property is a key asset within Surge Battery Metals’ Nevada portfolio, located in the San Emidio Desert of Washoe County. Situated approximately 60 miles (99 km) north-northeast of Reno, the property consists of 16 mineral claims covering 640 acres. Surge has the option to earn an 80% undivided interest in the property, strategically positioning the company in a region known for its rich mineral potential and active geothermal systems.
16 Mineral Claims
Total Claims
16 Mineral Claims
Total Claims
16 Mineral Claims
Total Claims
259 Ha
(640 acres) Total Area
259 Ha
(640 acres) Total Area
259 Ha
(640 acres) Total Area
The Playa and the Brine
Geological Context
The Galt claims are situated on a "playa"—a dry lake bed or salar—which is a classic environment for lithium brine accumulation. The area’s potential is defined by two major factors:
The Desert Basin
As an internally draining basin, the San Emidio Desert acts as a natural collection point for minerals leached from surrounding volcanic rocks over millions of years.
The Desert Basin
As an internally draining basin, the San Emidio Desert acts as a natural collection point for minerals leached from surrounding volcanic rocks over millions of years.
The Desert Basin
As an internally draining basin, the San Emidio Desert acts as a natural collection point for minerals leached from surrounding volcanic rocks over millions of years.
Geothermal Activity
The Galt property sits within a tectonically active zone. The presence of geothermal heat is a critical driver for moving lithium-rich fluids from the deep crust into shallower, reachable reservoirs.
Geothermal Activity
The Galt property sits within a tectonically active zone. The presence of geothermal heat is a critical driver for moving lithium-rich fluids from the deep crust into shallower, reachable reservoirs.
Geothermal Activity
The Galt property sits within a tectonically active zone. The presence of geothermal heat is a critical driver for moving lithium-rich fluids from the deep crust into shallower, reachable reservoirs.
Evidence and Exploration Results
Surge has moved quickly to validate the lithium potential of the Galt claim group through surface and shallow subsurface testing:
Playa Sediment Sampling
Chemical analysis of 51 sediment samples yielded encouraging results. Using aqua regia leaching, researchers found lithium concentrations ranging from 68 to 852 ppm (with a mean of 365 ppm).
Playa Sediment Sampling
Chemical analysis of 51 sediment samples yielded encouraging results. Using aqua regia leaching, researchers found lithium concentrations ranging from 68 to 852 ppm (with a mean of 365 ppm).
Playa Sediment Sampling
Chemical analysis of 51 sediment samples yielded encouraging results. Using aqua regia leaching, researchers found lithium concentrations ranging from 68 to 852 ppm (with a mean of 365 ppm).
Multi-Element Potential
Beyond lithium, the samples showed significant concentrations of other high-value "pathfinder" elements, including Cesium (up to 201 ppm) and Rubidium (up to 377 ppm).
Multi-Element Potential
Beyond lithium, the samples showed significant concentrations of other high-value "pathfinder" elements, including Cesium (up to 201 ppm) and Rubidium (up to 377 ppm).
Multi-Element Potential
Beyond lithium, the samples showed significant concentrations of other high-value "pathfinder" elements, including Cesium (up to 201 ppm) and Rubidium (up to 377 ppm).
Auger Drilling
Two seven-foot-deep auger holes were used to test the vertical consistency of the minerals. These tests confirmed that the lithium and associated elements are not just surface crust phenomena, with subsurface concentrations reaching up to 773 ppm Lithium.
Auger Drilling
Two seven-foot-deep auger holes were used to test the vertical consistency of the minerals. These tests confirmed that the lithium and associated elements are not just surface crust phenomena, with subsurface concentrations reaching up to 773 ppm Lithium.
Auger Drilling
Two seven-foot-deep auger holes were used to test the vertical consistency of the minerals. These tests confirmed that the lithium and associated elements are not just surface crust phenomena, with subsurface concentrations reaching up to 773 ppm Lithium.
Synergy and Outlook
The Galt Property is not an isolated project; it adjoins Surge’s existing San Emidio Desert claims. This allows the company to consolidate its exploration efforts and treat the region as a unified, large-scale target.
By leveraging the existing geological data and its proximity to Reno's infrastructure, Surge is working to determine if the Galt Property holds the volume and grade necessary to contribute to the growing domestic demand for battery-grade lithium.
Why Lithium Matters
The global transition to clean energy isn’t just a shift in policy—it’s a shift in chemistry. At the heart of this revolution lies lithium, the lightest metal on earth and the indispensable engine of the 21st century.
The Engine of the 21st Century
The global shift to clean energy is a shift in chemistry. Lithium is the indispensable heart of the batteries powering everything from your smartphone to the long-range EV in your driveway.
The Engine of the 21st Century
The global shift to clean energy is a shift in chemistry. Lithium is the indispensable heart of the batteries powering everything from your smartphone to the long-range EV in your driveway.
The Engine of the 21st Century
The global shift to clean energy is a shift in chemistry. Lithium is the indispensable heart of the batteries powering everything from your smartphone to the long-range EV in your driveway.
The High-Grade Advantage
Quality matters. We are targeting high-purity, technical-grade lithium carbonate—the "premium fuel" required for faster charging and longer battery life. We aren’t just mining; we’re powering American independence.
The High-Grade Advantage
Quality matters. We are targeting high-purity, technical-grade lithium carbonate—the "premium fuel" required for faster charging and longer battery life. We aren’t just mining; we’re powering American independence.
The High-Grade Advantage
Quality matters. We are targeting high-purity, technical-grade lithium carbonate—the "premium fuel" required for faster charging and longer battery life. We aren’t just mining; we’re powering American independence.
National Energy Security
Relying on overseas supply chains is a risk we can no longer afford. Developing the NNLP means securing "Homegrown Energy," ensuring the U.S. leads the green revolution rather than just consuming it.
National Energy Security
Relying on overseas supply chains is a risk we can no longer afford. Developing the NNLP means securing "Homegrown Energy," ensuring the U.S. leads the green revolution rather than just consuming it.
National Energy Security
Relying on overseas supply chains is a risk we can no longer afford. Developing the NNLP means securing "Homegrown Energy," ensuring the U.S. leads the green revolution rather than just consuming it.
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You have questions or need more information? Reach out to us!
Are you interested in learning more about Surge Battery Metals and our properties? Feel free to contact us by sending a detailed message to the email below.
Our team at Surge Battery Metals will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your interest.
Suite 300 - 1455 Bellevue Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1C3
Canada
You have questions or need more information? Reach out to us!
Are you interested in learning more about Surge Battery Metals and our properties? Feel free to contact us by sending a detailed message to the email below.
Our team at Surge Battery Metals will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your interest.
Suite 300 - 1455 Bellevue Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1C3
Canada
Surge Battery Metals (TSXV: NILI | OTCQX: NILIF | FRA: DJ5) is a Canadian-based mineral exploration company advancing America’s mineral independence through the Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP), the highest-grade lithium clay resource in the United States.
Reach Us
Suite 300 - 1455 Bellevue Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1C3
Canada
Surge Battery Metals (TSXV: NILI | OTCQX: NILIF | FRA: DJ5) is a Canadian-based mineral exploration company advancing America’s mineral independence through the Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP), the highest-grade lithium clay resource in the United States.
Reach Us
Suite 300 - 1455 Bellevue Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1C3
Canada
Surge Battery Metals (TSXV: NILI | OTCQX: NILIF | FRA: DJ5) is a Canadian-based mineral exploration company advancing America’s mineral independence through the Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP), the highest-grade lithium clay resource in the United States.
Reach Us
Suite 300 - 1455 Bellevue Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1C3
Canada