Approximately 1,035 Deeded Acres
Dry Crop_____ 288.17
Irrigated Crop_ 21.83
Timber ______ 35
Range ______ 683
Farmstead____7
*Acreage amounts are approximate
Location & Access
The headquarters are located approximately 1 ½ miles south of
Elgin, Oregon. A county maintained road provides year around
access via Indian Creek Road. La Grande and I-84 are
approximately 18 miles south, Pendleton approximately 70 miles
southwest, Baker City approximately 80 miles southeast, Portland
300 miles to the west.
Indian Creek is possibly best suited as a combination
farming/livestock operation complimented by timber and wildlife
amenities. Elk, mule & white tail deer, turkey and grouse are
commonly found on the ranch. The ranch qualifies for two Land
Owner Preference hunting tags.
Improvements
- Single Family Home: Approximately
1,170 Sq. Ft., 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living
room and utility room. Constructed about 1920.
General Purpose Building
approximately 3,120 Sq. Ft. Built in 1980, containing a
shop, office and misc. storage. Concrete floors and well
maintained.
Machine shed/storage, built in
1985, good condition.
Covered hay storage,
approximately 2,800 Sq. Ft., built in 1985, good
condition.
Multi-Purpose storage shed built
in 1975.
Domestic well and septic on site.
Water Rights & Irrigation
Indian Creek provides free water for the approximate 21.83
acres. Water is pumped from a diversion point on the creek.
PUMP, MAINLINE AND LATERALS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PURCHASE.
The farm currently shares pumping and irrigation equipment with
a neighboring property. An irrigation right-of-way,
approximately 1,000 feet, exists for the adjacent farm.
Zoning: Agriculture
Mineral Rights:
Seller makes no representation as to the mineral rights.
Seller will transfer whatever existing rights/interest he may
own.
Real Estate Taxes: $2,265.00
Price & Terms: $900,000 Cash at
closing.
THIS IS A TRUSTEE SALE. Any offer to purchase is subject to the
approval of the United States Bankruptcy Court. The property is
sold in "AS IS CONDITION".
Area Profile
Nestled between the Blue Mountains on the
West and the Wallowa Mountains to the East, the Grande Ronde
Valley offers breathtaking scenery and abundant natural
resources. The sprawling fields of fertile farmland in the
valley and timber covered mountains provide picturesque
landscapes all four seasons of the year. Communities in Union
County include: La Grande, Union, Elgin, Cove, Imbler, Island
City, North Powder and Summerville.
La Grande, the county seat, is the major
city in Union County with a population of approximately 13,000.
The county population is over 25,000. La Grande has immediate
access to Interstate 84 and Union Pacific Railroad. La Grande is
the hub of North East Oregon and home of Eastern Oregon
University.
La Grande has 3 major automobile
dealerships, machinery dealers, and a good variety of shopping
options, medical clinics, dental clinics, physical therapy and
the Grande Ronde Hospital.
With a population of 1,657, Elgin is
situated just beyond the North edge of the Grande Ronde Valley.
Elgin has one Elementary School and one High School.
Agriculture History: This area has a
strong history in agriculture production. The crops commonly
grown are grass seed, wheat, alfalfa, mint, sunflowers, peas,
some potatoes and livestock.
Soils, Climate & Precipitation
Tillable crop land consists primarily of
Ramo Silty Clay Loam, Alicel Loam and Palouse Silt Loam soils.
The farm is suitable for both winter and spring wheat, barley,
peas, grass seed and alfalfa hay. Quality management has
resulted in above average yields when compared to surrounding
area farms.
Average frost free days range from 110 to
150 days. Annual precipitation is 17 to 22 inches. |
