Exploration by Drifting

Following the mining maxim, "Drill for structure and drift and raise for tonnes and grade," Bralorne will now drive a drift into the BK Zone from the existing Alhambra cross-cut. The diagram at right shows the part of the Alhambra cross-cut previously driven (in purple), with the planned 400-foot extension shown in yellow. This drift will allow access to the BK structure so a drift may be driven on the vein and subsequent raises driven. In addition, the drift will serve as a platform for exploration and drilling of parallel structures with greater precision (also reducing costs).