9,167 Acres in Pumpville, TX - $5,041,850
History:
The town of Pumpville is located in western Val Verde County and was originally named Samuels. The name changed when the Southern Pacific Railroad drilled water wells to support steam powered trains in 1887. The water wells are what make this ranch so very unique and the location famous. The whole town consisted of railroad facilities. The town slowly disappeared after the steam engine trains were replaced by diesel motors starting in 1948. Concrete slabs and a few old buildings are all that remains today, but the old church still has mass every Sunday. The ranch boundary starts less than a mile from the original train station.
Location:
Pumpville is located on Farm Road 1865 about 3 miles north of the intersection with Highway 90. The main gate to the ranch is on Farm Road 1865 3 miles north of the town of Pumpville. Pumpville is 78 miles west of Del Rio, 46 miles west of Com...
Pumpville is located on Farm Road 1865 about 3 miles north of the intersection with Highway 90. The main gate to the ranch is on Farm Road 1865 3 miles north of the town of Pumpville. Pumpville is 78 miles west of Del Rio, 46 miles west of Comstock, 18 miles west of Langtry, or 26 miles east of Dryden. There are no train tracks on the property. The main rail line passes about a mile south of the property. There are no easements across the property. Airstrips on the ranch allow easy access for guests.
Improvements:
The headquarters compound and barns were built in 1989 - 1990 except for the foremans home which is older. The main compound sits on a high bluff overlooking the ranch. The main building has the living and dining areas with a large kitchen. There are sleeping cabins on each side of the main building. Both sleeping cabins have two large bedrooms and two full baths each. Large porches shade the main buildings and sleeping cabins. There is a 30x100 barn with a lockable storage area which is used for game cleaning and buggy parking which has flagstone floors. Counter tops for the main buildings and sleeping quarters have decorative Mexican tile counters. There are three large covered patio areas across the compound from the main building. There is currently a 14 x 60 manufactured home under the center covered patio. Large built in fire pits are on both sides of the main building. The swimming pool and skeet shooting station are built into the perimeter wall of the compound. The volume of flagstone for the floors in the buildings and connecting porches is staggering. Natural landscaping is professionally dispersed throughout the compound.
The big equipment barn and the foremans house are set about 400 yards away from the compound down into the valley. There are additional enclosed storage areas under the big barn. Three silos and a double pull-thru bulk protein hopper.
Approximately 2/3 of the ranch is high fenced. The remaining low fence is a 4 sheep fence so fully enclosing the high fence would not be difficult. The wire for completing the high fence is on site and will convey with sale. The exterior fences are in good condition. There has been no livestock on this ranch in over 12 years. Interior cross fencing is very minimal and not in usable condition.
Airstrips:
The North-South strip is 100 x 4600 and in great condition. The NNW-SSE strip is about 60 x 2900. There are three tie downs for parking planes. There is a third airstrip just west of these that is no longer usable. The airstrip is labeled the Pumpville International Airport on maps, but is private for this ranchs use only. One of the photos has the original sign and elevation PIA.
Water and Utilities:
This is unquestionably the best feature of the ranch since water is so important in this part of Texas. There are three operational water wells. They are approximately 1000 in depth. Two of the wells have submersible pumps and the third has a pump jack. One of the wells near the entrance has a shared maintenance agreement with the neighbor. These wells fill 4 active concrete water troughs that are approximately 6 x 25. The large concrete troughs then gravity flow water through miles of pipelines to 35 operational small wildlife watering stations spread over the ranch. Each wildlife water trough has unique design and shape with a float for conservation. Water can be piped to several ponds across the ranch also. There are 4 dirt tanks on the ranch varying in size up to one acre.
Rio Grande Electric Coop supplies power and Big Bend Telephone services the headquarters.
Wildlife, Vegetation, and Terrain:
The ranch has a gentle roll with two large draws know as the Big Osman and the Little Osman. The valleys are wide with much more dirt than would be expected for this part of Texas. The quality of brush and vegetation are very apparent when compared to nearby ranches. Some of the brush species included are: guayacan, mesquite, prickly pear, yucca, Spanish dagger, greasewood, agarito, tasajillo, senizo, catclaw, ocotillo, leatherwood, blue sage, and blue thorn. The wide draws have chinaberry, black walnut, hackberry, and red berry cedar. Several species of grasses and forbs are prevalent as well. The lack of livestock for so many years has allowed the vegetation to flourish and grow to its full nutritional potential.
The whitetail deer herd is prolific. The ranch has MLD level three permits with Texas Parks & Wildlife so rifle deer season is approximately 5 months long. The recommended harvest for 2013 should be about 30 mature bucks and 75 does. The ranch has been protein fed for many years. Multiple deer feeders, deer blinds, protein feeders, and quail feeders are dispersed across the ranch. Most of the feeders are placed in close proximity to the water stations. Quail (80% Blues, 20% Bobwhite) and dove hunting are excellent. Several large flocks of turkeys roam the ranch as well. There are no wild hogs, but there are javelina. The whitetails are plentiful and of excellent quality for the region. No mule deer have been seen on the ranch since high fencing was erected. The previous owner had seen black bears eating from corn feeders, but that was over 10 years ago.
This ranch provides great hunting and outdoor entertainment for large groups with a big ranch feel. Roads are in good condition so travel time to the far side of the property is not a problem. The smooth dirt in the valleys provides faster roads versus the rocks on the ridges. Annual rainfall for Val Verde County is about 16. The aerial maps are not representative of the amount of vegetation available on the property due to their age.
Minerals:
The minerals were severed from the title under previous ownership so there are none to convey. There are no mineral leases or production on the property.
Taxes:
The current owner put the ranch under a Wildlife Management Exemption. There is a management plan and they have the documents for proof under Texas state law. No livestock is required on this ranch. The owner reserves the right to put livestock on the ranch if needed to control grasses. There are two sets of livestock pens on the ranch that are still in working condition if needed.
Price:
This ranch is being offered for $550 per deeded acre. Most of the equipment, furniture, and inventory will convey although a final list will be negotiated.
Note:
The above information has been deemed correct, but is not a guarantee and is subject to corrections, and/or withdrawals. Seller makes no representations, warranties, or disclosures as the property except as to title. The property is sold as is, where is with all faults and without warranty, representation or guaranty, express or implied, as to the condition or fitness of the property and improvements. Inspections of property are the responsibility of the buyer.
