46082 E US HWY 50, Avondale, CO 81022 - Pueblo County

Bessemer Farm is productive and fertile farm ground capable of growing a variety of crops with good yields, along with irrigation rights and great access. The farm is located adjacent to Avondale, Colorado and has access off three sides from highways and county roads. The productive agricultural soil has 203.2 acres under two newly installed center-pivot irrigation systems, ensuring efficient watering and maximized crop yields. The remaining acres are flood irrigated, by ditch, and gated pipe systems, providing versatility and flexibility for a wide range of crop cultivation. A bonus to this property is the tremendous number of geese in the area during the fall migration along the Central Flyway.

With fertile soil and versatile irrigation systems in place, this property can produce crops ranging from row crops to seasonal vegetables, showcasing its diverse agricultural potential. With well-established water rights and reliable irrigation infrastructure, Bessemer Farm is a turnkey operation for those seeking immediate profitability and sustainability in their farming practices.

Located just minutes from Avondale, CO where you will find essential amenities and utilities, the property offers both functionality and potential for future development. One of its unique features is the possibility of subdividing the property into ranchettes, providing opportunities for expansion or investment in rural homesites while maintaining its agricultural focus.

Whether you're a seasoned farmer looking to expand operations or an investor seeking valuable land with high agricultural potential, this expansive property checks all the boxes. It offers prime land and established irrigation systems, making it an ideal spot for any agricultural endeavor.

PROPERTY ATTRIBUTES

623 deeded acres

626.6 leased shares of Bessemer Irrigation Ditch Co.

Two irrigation wells (one working, one non-working)

Currently planted with corn (avg 225 bushel), alfalfa (avg 7-8 ton/year), pinto beans, and sorghum.

Fertile ground can also produce Pueblo chiles, cabbage, alfalfa, wheat, sweet corn, field corn, onions, pinto beans, watermelons, pumpkins, and much more.

Contiguously positioned between a highway on one side and county roads bordering the other two sides, providing excellent access from multiple directions.

No Conservation Easements

Winter cattle grazing opportunities

Potential for development into smaller ranchettes

IMPROVEMENTS

2023 Reinke Center Pivot, full circle, 7 span with end tower with a system length of 1295' irrigating 120.6 acres

2023 Reinke Center Pivot, half circle, 6 span with end tower with a system length of 1288' Irrigating 82.6 acres

Tailwater/Irrigation Ponds

Access is by public, state, and county roads

Road system throughout the farm

HUNTING/RECREATION

GMU 128

Tremendous goose hunting. Located in the Central Flyway

Ducks, Geese, and other small game species

Lake Pueblo State Park, rated a fishing hot spot, is 31 minutes away. It provides over 4,600 surface acres of water, 60 miles of shoreline, and almost 10,000 acres of land. Water recreation opportunities include sailing, motorboating, waterskiing, and river tubing. Visitors enjoy views of the Greenhorn and Wet mountain ranges to the southwest and the magnificent Pikes Peak to the north.

San Isabel National Forest is 1 hour and 8 minutes (55 miles) away. Here, you can enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, and paddleboarding.

LOCALE

1 minute (1 mile) from Avondale, Colorado

Gas, Groceries, Restaurants, Rural Homesites, Schools

20 minutes (14 miles) from Pueblo, Colorado

Supplies, Hardware Store, Mechanics, Restaurants, Groceries, Gas

13 minutes (11 miles) from Pueblo Memorial Airport

54 minutes (56 miles) from Colorado Springs, Colorado

58 minutes (57 miles) from Colorado Springs Airport

1 hour 39 minutes (127 miles) from Denver, Colorado

2 hours 27 minutes (142 miles) from Denver International Airport

The information provided here is gathered by the broker from sellers, owners, or various sources. While deemed reliable, neither the broker nor the owners offer any guarantee, warranty, or representation regarding the accuracy of the data or descriptions. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to independently investigate and verify the correctness and accuracy of all statements.