Location and Access
The property is located in Oakdale, Louisiana. The tract is just east of US Hwy 165. The property is adjacent to the western boundary of the Federal Detention Center. The tract can be accessed via Whatley Road, a parish blacktop road. There is a narrow strip of land on the northern portion of the property that intersects with Whatley Road.
Topography and Soils
The property is relatively flat and the soils are poorly drained. There is a drainage ditch running through the southern portion of the property. Approximately 95% of the tract is considered upland and capable of growing pine trees.
Timber Characteristics
The timber on the property consists primarily of a natural mixed pine hardwood stand. The timber north of the drainage ditch has an average age of approximately 32 years old. The timber south of the drainage ditch is older. Most of the timber south of ...
The timber on the property consists primarily of a natural mixed pine hardwood stand. The timber north of the drainage ditch has an average age of approximately 32 years old. The timber south of the drainage ditch is older. Most of the timber south of the drainage ditch is over 50 years old. There is a four acre pine plantation established in 1998 on the north end the property.
Unique Characteristics
The location of the property in the city of Oakdale and adjacent to the Federal Detention Center creates an opportunity for a higher and better use than strictly timber production. The property could be developed for either residential or commercial use.
Minerals are not included in the sale.