1498 County Road 289, Ballinger, TX 76821 - Runnels County

The Lago Ranch encapsulates Texas to its finest, consisting of 3,808.41 acres of land varying from deep soils along the Colorado River to rolling hills of groomed ranch mesquite pastureland. The ranch is located in south central Runnels County approximately 6.6 miles northwest of Ballinger and 6 miles from public airstrip. The property is further located 35 miles from San Angelo and approximately 55 miles southwest of Abilene with each having regional airports. Ft. Worth and San Antonio are both within 3 hours.

The Lago Ranch has many water features that make it very unique. When entering the property you follow the shore line of Ballinger Lake, which has a surface area of 591 acres. The public boat ramp is located within 5 minutes of the ranch headquarters, with some portions of the lake being accessible from the ranch. Species of fish found in Lake Ballinger include Large mouth bass, White crappie, White Bass, Channel and Blue Catfish.

The Colorado River meanders through the southern part of the ranch for 6.5 miles with a portion having both sides of the river. The river is truly a wildlife haven with a mix of native grasses and trees. The ranch has close to 50 earthen ponds or small lakes making the Lago truly a waterfowl paradise. Migratory and non-migratory waterfowl can be found on the numerous bodies of water that span the ranch.

An intricate water system sends water through a pipeline to supplement a few of the ponds/lakes with water. The water source for the pipeline is one well reported at 300 gallons per minute. The system also has water irrigation sprinklers that can be used to water the senderos across the ranch and is a must see feature of the ranch. 3 other water wells are located on the property.

Lago Ranch is cross-fenced into 4 main pastures, 2 traps and a field. There are 3 sets of livestock pens on the ranch. The house pasture has numerous inclement weather protection sheds for animals to take shelter in. New high fencing and pasture fencing has just been done on portions of the ranch. Approximately 1,300 acres is game fenced.

Wildlife on the ranch includes whitetail deer, a strong quail population, hogs, and turkey. For the winged enthusiast, this ranch has some of the finest dove hunting in the state along with many species of waterfowl. The previous owner had fashioned their operation toward the enhancement of the bobwhite quail population. It created an environment that even in bad times has sustained a viable quail population. Quail ranches such as this are in short supply throughout the entire U.S. Its truly an outdoorsmans paradise.

The ranch has a modern headquarters with a main house and a guest house that were built to industrial specifications.

The Main House has 3500sf of living space, 3 bedrooms, and 3 baths. Its custom hard wood cabinets, modern flooring, modern tile and accents make this house appealing.

All the structures and barns are matching in color and built out of steel and R-Panell skin.

The Guest House will make all your friends and family feel welcome. It is equipped with high end appliances and has spacious rooms.

Its modern interior is inviting for any guest or client. It is 2800sf and is split in the middle by a 2 car garage.

The houses are on an RO system for ideal drinking water. A 1000 gallon propane tank as well as a secondary tank supply the houses. The established yards are on a sprinkler system and keep the lush green yards looking great.

The property is well equipped with multiple barns and sheds to keep all your equipment, helicopter, and supplies out of the elements.

The Shop is an insulated 40'x70' metal building with a 10 Ton industrial trolly overhead hoist. The floor was poured 10 inches thick to accommodate any size tractor or dozer. It has a 10'x40'storage room to store all your tools.

There is an industrial steamer and quincy air compressor as well. The shop is wired to support most industrial needs. The shop has a 24'x70' lean-to for additional equipment parking.

The shop has a 14'x14' electric door for equipment access. You wont be disappointed in this structure.

The second shop is 60'x80' insulated, has 3 electric doors, and is equipped with led lighting. There is a 60'x80' Helipad adjacent to this building.

Storage barn 40'x50' with a concrete slab, which has been utilized as feed and hay storage.

The 18ft tall equipment shed is 30'x120' providing ample space for all your ranching and farming equipment needs and is covered on 3 sides.

A commercial overhead water station will let you quickly fill water trucks, etc.

The ranch has a material pit that has good material for building roads, etc.

Established roads allow good access throughout the property.

Its worth noting that the ranch is within 30 minutes of O.H. Ivie Reservoir. This lake is a premier Bass fishing lake in the stat as well as the nation. It holds a record number of 13 plus pound Largemouth share lunker bass.

Seldom do we see a ranch as diversified as this comes on the market. The location of the ranch is centrally located in Texas and is truly a show place.

Make an appointment today to see this Unique/Highly Improved Recreational ranch, you will not be disappointed. All requested showing appointments should be make 24 hours in advance to any potential buyers.