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2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies: Asset Retirement Obligations and Remediation Costs (Policies)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Policies  
Asset Retirement Obligations and Remediation Costs

Asset Retirement Obligations and Remediation Costs

Mineral properties are subject to standards for mine reclamation that have been established by various governmental agencies. Asset retirement obligations are related to the retirement of the mine when a contractual obligation has been established, if a reasonable estimate of fair value can be determined. These obligations are initially measured at fair value with the resulting cost capitalized at the present value of estimated reclamation costs. An asset and a related liability are recorded for the fair value of these costs. The liability is accreted and the asset amortized over the life of the related asset. Adjustments are made for changes resulting from either the timing or amount of the original estimate underlying the obligation. If there is an impairment to an asset’s carrying value and a decision is made to permanently close the property, changes to the liability are recognized and charged to the provision for closed operations and environmental matters. The Company records liability for remediation costs when a reasonable estimate of fair value can be determined. In accordance with ASC 410-30 Asset Retirement and Environmental Obligations remediation costs are not discounted.