The Butte Valley ranch spans nearly 900,000 acres with 7,300+/- deeded throughout 4 Counties. Located between Wells and Ely, NV.
The ranch has a long history being ran as a successful sheep and cattle operation, with the total 20,641 AUMs split between cattle and sheep. The ranch is currently running approx. 700 head of cattle and 4,000 - 5,000 head of sheep. A new owner has the ability to improve the operation and increase the carrying capacity to 1,500 - 2,000 head of cattle as the ranch has the ground and feed to support it.
There are currently 570 acres under pivot irrigation with approx. 2,000 acres of riparian meadow. The water situation on the ranch could also be improved without a huge investment. Excess water can be captured and utilized for additional pivot/wheel line irrigation and/or flood irrigation.
Updated improvements at the ranch headquarters include a new 2,800 sq. ft. building complex split between a shop and an 8 bedroom living quarters well suited for management/workers or hunting lodge. There are several other locations on the ranch that are well suited for additional living quarters or family lodge, including a serene, flat building area that sits above a few of the ponds and overlooks the vast valley to the southwest.
The ranch is located in one of the best hunting areas of Nevada and includes 2 bull elk tags annually in units 104, 108 and 121. Additional hunting and recreation opportunities abound on this expansive property.
PRF Insurance is an integral part of the operation, allowing the owner to not be solely dependent on livestock and farming operations in drought years. 5 and 20 year averages available for qualified interested parties.
The Ranch has been run very economically with minimal input and a well balanced management program. There is a tremendous opportunity for a new owner to develop this ranch to its full potential and drastically improve the farming and livestock operations. Experienced management team available for owner/investors.
The Butte Valley Ranch is offered for sale at $13,500,000.
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