Ask Donna Utterback
For the cattle rancher, this is a dream come true. 1850 acres of level grazing land, with approximately 1200 acres irrigated. Add a river running through the length of the property for 1.5 miles, two sets of corrals, and cross fencing; you’re looking at a well-set-up operation for around 400 pair and 100 +/- yearlings. That’s not all; the ranch also offers approximately 150 acres of farm ground irrigated with wheel lines. Recreational opportunities are abundant. The ranch qualifies for two landowner tags in the X1 deer zone, and there are several duck blinds along the river, which is perfect for the avid waterfowl hunter. The river also provides great fishing. Most of the ranch is in the Williamson Act for lower tax rates. This property has been owned by the same family since the early 1920s and has been used for grazing, hay, and recreation throughout history. What a ranch!
· APN’S
· 001-530-007 160 acres
· 001-530-015 320 acres
· 001-530-017 160 acres
· 001-530-018 640 acres
· 001-530-019 320 acres
· 001-530-023 90 acres
· WATER: Adjudicated water rights.
· Pit River and Pit River Overflows
· Iverson Reservoir
· Two dams control the water distribution
· IRRIGATION:
· Water rights provide the water for gravity flow flood irrigation for grazing, covering 1200+/- Acres of native pasture
· AG well with 50 HP pump delivers water to 150+/- Acres
· Delivered by underground mainline to wheel lines
· Surprise Valley Electric is a HUGE plus
· GRAZING:
· 400 pair plus 100 yearlings from May to early November
· The ranch has supported 1200 yearlings for the season in the past
· CROPS:
· The farm ground is excellent for all hay crops; it has even grown strawberry rootstock.
· RECREATION:
· Landowner tags can be obtained through Fish and Wildlife
· Waterfowl hunting, several duck blinds
· Fishing for bass, catfish, and crappie
· Upland bird hunting, pheasant and quail
· Home to several majestic Bald Eagles
· 240 acres are in a WRP easement
· Located in Big Valley near the town of Bieber, at an elevation of 4100 ft. The ranch has two access Roads. Derick Road is directly off HWY 299 just west of Bieber and Punkin Center Road, driving through town and heading South on the right-hand side
