This
property is on the west slope of the Humboldt Mountain Range below Indian Peak
and close to the point where the gentle slope up from the Humboldt River
becomes rough hills. The property has a very nice view of the entire valley and
is about 400 feet higher than the Humboldt River.
The Property
is 15-20 minutes from Lovelock and has a seasonal creek running through it.
There are a couple of willow trees near it which tells you that the moisture
stays present through the hot, dry summers. The pictures posted with this
listing were taken on April 28, 2024, and, as one of the pictures indicates,
there was still snow pack in the mountains feeding the stream. Owner’s rough estimation
is that in late April the water was running at around 400-450 gallons per
minute. It is estimated that the creek will probably run for at least another
month or so from when the picture was taken. The seasonal creek is reliable due
to the fact that the Humboldt Mountains receive snow every year (Indian Peak: 8,936
feet elevation).
The property
is situated at elevations between approximately 4,550 to 4,750 feet above sea
level. Based on a review of the well drilling logs for the area, the water
table is approximately 150 feet deep. Of course, this is an approximation. You
can verify yourself at the Nevada State Water Engineer website. Cost of
drilling a well is generally in the range of $80-$110 per foot.
The soil is
sandy loam with a bit of clay, therefore the soil has the ability to retain
moisture very well especially with proper mulching. This is good if you plan to
plant fruit trees, berry bushes, and/or forage crops. There are a number of
cold-hardy fruit and nut trees that can tolerate Pershing County winer and
summer temperatures.
There are
also two significant gullies that run down from the hills. An inspection of the
gullies suggests that these gullies likely have water running through them on a
regular basis during rain events. Water coming off the mountains North East of
the parcel generally flows through the North side of the parcel.
The four
corners of the property are marked with stakes, but buyer must verify
boundaries with a survey. BLM borders the property to the East, and large
parcels border the property to the North, West, and South. BLM almost certainly
has a record of survey recorded, so any survey you perform has a very good
start (i.e., makes your survey less expensive). The Southern boundary has a
maintained barbed wire fence, although no livestock was seen on the neighboring
parcel and there are no corrals. The picture containing the boundary lines to
the property is slightly off. According to personal observations of where the
posts are on the property, a more accurate placement of the corners are all
about 30-40 feet to the West than is shown on the pictures. Buyer must conduct
their own investigation.
A visit to
the property in late April 2024 saw antelope near the property and horse manure
and hoof marks were evident around the property indicating wild horses or
donkeys frequent the property.
The property
is carpeted with grass (a non-bunch grass), mallow, pepperweed, some mustard,
primrose, sage, and other flora. While the summer may turn the land dry, there
is much life on this property.
County
maintained road is about ¾ mile away, which is the start of a seldom used dirt
road that comes within one hundred yards or so of the northwest corner of the
property. The dirt road is not too rough and probably can be made by car.
The plat map
shows a line through the property and an “aqueduct” present. A bit of research
indicates that around 100 years ago there was an above-ground pipe that piped
the water from Wright Canyon (Wright Canyon Creek) North East of the parcel to
someplace to the South. The pipeline was dismantled ages ago and no piping or
debris is present.
This listing
is by the owner of the property. Please read this entire listing carefully
prior to emailing me. There is no time limit to build, no HOA, and the property
is zoned AMR. If you do have questions regarding building, you can call the
Pershing County Planning or Building Departments. They will have much more
pertinent, informative answers to questions than I can give.
Water: No
well
Electrical:
Not Connected; Houses along Well Road are connected
Seller will
consider financing with a significant initial deposit. Low-ball offers not
welcome. This is one of the few properties in Pershing County with a seasonal
creek near a town.