Uranium Drilling

DA Smith conducts turnkey uranium and vanadium exploration diamond core drilling in the western U.S.  Our uranium drilling experience dates to 2013 at the Hansen–Taylor Ranch project near Cañon City, Colorado.  For surface drilling, we operate tracked rigs and durable support equipment capable of operating in rough and sometimes roadless terrain.  We are familiar with geologic conditions in many western uranium host formations, including the Chinle, Morrison, Wind River, and Chapin Wash formations.  Our expertise ensures smooth execution of drilling programs and maximal core recovery.

Underground, we operate multiple core rigs capable of long-distance probe or fan drilling at any orientation.  Inseam (in-stratum) drilling from mine headings often can offer the most cost effective means for resource definition beyond the limits of historical mining.  Horizontal or sub-horizontal inseam drilling also can be conducted from outcrop.  Where precise directional control or targeting is required, DA Smith has the capability to core continuously at any angle with a state-of-the-art directional, steerable coring system.

DA Smith operates under defined chain-of-custody protocols that comply with NI 43-101, S-K 1300, and JORC reporting standards.