Eastern Oregon Ketcham Farm in Lakeview

Description

Ketcham Farm, Lakeview OR
Welcome to Ketcham
Farm, a highly productive 504-acre agricultural operation located just outside
Lakeview, Oregon. With approximately 370 (+/-) irrigated acres and
well-maintained pivot systems, this carefully cared for farm offers reliable
forage production, rotational grazing opportunities, and long-term water
security. The farm is currently planted in alfalfa, orchard grass, and native
pasture, producing up to four tons per acre annually, all without the use of
fertilizer in 2025—a testament to the natural productivity of the soil and
water resources.

Water
is a cornerstone of Ketcham Farm’s success. The property includes a deep
irrigation well yielding approximately 2,300 gallons per minute, with an 8-inch
casing and modern turbine pump setup. All three center pivots are upgraded with
Valley drive systems, GPS location monitoring, and controlled end-guns.
Supplemented by water rights from Drews Irrigation District and supported by
8-inch buried PVC mainlines, this farm is engineered for efficient, scalable
operation. Additional domestic and livestock wells provide water to the home
site, corrals, and outlying pastures.

Located
near the ag-friendly town of Lakeview and within reach of both Oregon and
Northern California markets, Ketcham Farm offers the infrastructure, water, and
acreage for hay producers, cattle operators, or ag investors looking for a
dependable and productive property. With extensive storage, a shop, barns, and
pipe livestock corrals, the operational footprint is built for functionality.
Whether you’re expanding an existing operation or establishing a base in the
Pacific Northwest, Ketcham Farm is a rare opportunity to own a well-watered,
fully functional working farm.

MAIN HOUSE
The main home
on the property offers approximately 2,517 square feet of functional living
space with three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. Originally constructed
of log and expanded overtime, the home has seen various updates but still
reflects the characteristics of an older residence and would benefit from
continued improvements. The main floor includes a large living room with wood
and oil stoves, a modest kitchen with breakfast nook, and a primary bedroom
with en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The two additional bedrooms share a full
hallway bath, and a partially finished basement adds a family area, storage
rooms, and an unfinished bathroom. Heating is provided by a combination of
wood, oil, and electric wall units; there is no cooling system. While the home
is usable as-is, it presents an opportunity for a buyer to renovate and
customize to their needs over time. A back deck overlooks the yard and pasture,
and the property is shaded by mature trees and established landscaping.

REMAINING
IMPROVEMENTS
Ketcham Farm
offers a strong set of functional, well-designed improvements that support both
hay production and livestock operations. The property features two large,
covered hay storage structures, including a 6,750± square foot barn with a
500-ton capacity and an additional 1,800± square foot structure near the home
with room for approximately 150 tons—providing ample dry storage for harvested
forage. A 3,600± square foot equipment building includes both enclosed and open
storage areas, with a concrete pad, large roll-up and slider doors, and 110/220
power, making it ideal for parking and maintaining large machinery. Additional
structures include a 1,500± square foot Quonset-style shop with concrete floor,
air compressor, and workbench, and a 1,500± square foot barn with water, power,
multiple enclosed stalls, and a dedicated tack room. The livestock handling
facilities are anchored by heavy-duty pipe corrals constructed from 2 7/8”
drill stem pipe, offering multiple pens, a functional lead-up alley, an older
Powder River manual chute, and a metal loading chute with convenient access
from the paved county road. These improvements create a well-equipped
operational footprint, ready to support an efficient and productive working
farm.

IRRIGATION
The Ketcham
Farm is exceptionally well-watered, with a robust irrigation system that
supports consistent hay production across approximately 370 irrigated acres.
The primary water source is a high-capacity irrigation well producing
approximately 2,300 gallons per minute, outfitted with an 8-inch casing and a
75 hp turbine pump, along with a booster system installed for added efficiency.
Water is delivered through a network of buried 8-inch PVC mainlines that feed
three center pivots, each upgraded with Valley drive components, GPS location
monitoring, and controlled end-guns. The Silver, House, and Blue pivots
irrigate a mix of alfalfa, orchard grass, and native pasture, with pivot
corners used for rotational grazing or additional forage. All three pivots can
be operated independently or simultaneously, offering flexibility in water
management. Supplemental irrigation rights from Drews Irrigation District and
additional wells further enhance water security. Hay production typically
averages 3 to 4 tons per acre, and in 2025, this was achieved without the use
of fertilizer—demonstrating the natural productivity and long-term potential of
the land.

SURROUNDING
AREA
Located in the
high-desert ranching country of south-central Oregon, Ketcham Farm sits just
outside Lakeview—a tight-knit, agriculturally driven community known as the
“Tallest Town in Oregon” due to its elevation at over 4,800 feet. Lakeview
serves as the economic and cultural hub of Lake County, offering essential
services, agricultural supply outlets, schools, medical facilities, and a
strong sense of rural heritage rooted in farming and ranching. The region is
ideal for hay production, cattle operations, and diversified ag ventures, with
a climate that supports multiple cutting seasons and clean, dependable water.
Beyond agriculture, the area offers abundant year-round recreational
opportunities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and
wildlife viewing. Nearby destinations like the Warner Mountains, Goose Lake,
and the Fremont-Winema National Forest provide access to public lands and
outdoor adventure just minutes from the property. Whether you’re looking to
expand an agricultural operation or embrace a lifestyle connected to land and
open space, Ketcham Farm is ideally situated in one of Oregon’s most authentic
ranching communities.

LEGAL: T40S, R18W, W.M. Tax Lots 400, 401, & 2100
ACREAGE:
– Deeded: 504.25 acres
(+/-)
– Irrigated: 370.61 acres (+/-)
– Pasture: 133.64
acres (+/-)
– Improvements: 8 acres
(+/-)
TAXES:

Assessor
Acct#

Tax
Lot #

Acres
(+/-)

Taxes

15365

400

237.73

$3,526.18

19366

400
(F1)

52.35

$46.04

19367

400
(F2)

52.95

$289.74

15367

401

1.89

$565.32

15505

2100

159.33

$1,008.20

Total:

504.25

$5,435.48

MAIN
HOME
YEAR BUILT: Unknown; original home is log
construction
SQ. FT.: 2,517 sqft (+/-) [1,618 sqft (main) / 899 sqft (basement)]
HEAT/COOL: Wood stove insert, oil stove, electric wall heaters; no
cooling
LIVINGROOM: Located off the dining and kitchen areas; vinyl flooring,
large bay window overlooking main entry, pine tongue and grove accent wall,
built in cabinets, light/fan combo; area hosts wood stove insert with rock
accents and wood mantel, oil stove
DINING AREA: Located off the living room, kitchen; vinyl flooring, built
in cabinet/storage
KITCHEN: Open to breakfast nook with access to living room/dining area;
vinyl flooring, wood cabinets with Formica countertops, farm sink, window
overlooking the main entry to the farm, breakfast bar, good lighting
APPLIANCES: Refrigerator, dishwasher, electric range/stovetop,
microwave; all in good condition
BEDROOMS: 3 bedrooms
– 3 bedrooms on the main floor
– Main bedroom – located on the main floor; large room with walk-in closet and
traditional closet spaces, vinyl flooring, windows overlooking pasture and back
porch area of home, en-suite bathroom which hosts linoleum
flooring, single sink vanity, linen cabinet, light/fan, tub/shower combo
– Back Bedrooms 2 & 3 – each room has vinyl flooring, nice-sized closet
spaces, windows overlooking side yard, and pine tongue & groove
paneling
BATHROOMS: 2.5 bathrooms
– Main bedroom en-suite bathroom (described above); bathroom can also be
accessed via short hallway from laundry room to kitchen area
– Hallway bathroom – located between the two back bedrooms and accessible from
living room; linoleum floor, single sink vanity, tub/shower combo
– Basement bathroom – unfinished construction; linoleum floor, single sink
vanity with tile countertop, tub/shower combo
LAUNDRY: Separate room located off the back entry of the home; vinyl
flooring, electric washer and dryer hookups, storage cabinets and countertop,
wash sink
BASEMENT: Large partially finished
space; the area hosts a large open family area with vinyl flooring, two
storage/craft rooms with closet spaces and vinyl flooring, a half bathroom with
toilet and sink (unfinished). There is a large utility room with concrete
floor, built-in storage spaces which hosts the home electrical panel, water
heater, pressure tank, and extra refrigerator
BACK PATIO: Located on the north side of the home with access to the
laundry room access; the wood deck patio hosts a small, covered area. This is an enjoyable space overlooking the
back yard and pasture areas
ROOF: Composite shingles
SIDING: Hardi plank
WINDOWS: Double pane storm windows
FOUNDATION: Concrete
SEPTIC: No information available through Lake County regarding the
system; according to owners, the tank is concrete and is located in the side
yard of the home with drain field in east side pasture area
YARD: Grass front, side and back areas (no inground sprinkler system),
large legacy trees and established shrubs

GARAGE/EQUIPMENT
& HAY STORAGE/OUTBUILDINGS/CORRALS
OUTBUILDING:

– Garage (30ftX36ft / 1080 sqft +/-) – metal building with concrete floor,
three (3) closable garage doors; no power or water at the building
– Equipment Storage (30ftX120ft / 3600 sqft +/-; concrete area inside
the building 30ftX40ft / 1200 sqft +/-) – two large primary areas with the one
area having a concrete floor and closable doors and remaining space enclosed
with dirt floor; wood frame building with metal roof and siding, two large 12
ft X 12 ft roller doors and one large slider door, walk door, 110 and 220
power, standpipe water outside the building.
This is a workable space that allows for parking large
vehicles/equipment inside.
– Home Area Covered Hay Storage (25ftX72ft / 1800 sqft +/-) – post and
pole contraction, metal roof, dirt floor; 150 tons (+/-) of hay storage
capacity
– Large Covered Hay Storage (50ftX135ft / 6750 sqft +/-) – post and
pole contraction, metal roof, dirt floor; 500 tons (+/-) of hay storage
capacity
– Barn (30ftX50ft / 1500 sqft +/-) – wood frame building with metal
roof, water and power; the barn is equipped with four (4) separated H&W
roller door stalls (2 – 12ftX12ft; 2 – 12ftX16ft), a separate tack room with
concrete floor (12ftX12ft); rubber floor mats cover a dirt floor in the
barn. In addition, there is a automatic
chicken door providing access and security for your feathered friends!
– Shop (30ftX50ft / 1500 sqft +/-) – metal Quonset building with
concrete floor, large roll up door (10ftX12ft), walk door, one wood frame work
bench, 110 and 220 power, air compressor (stays with farm), standpipe water
outside the building.
– Firewood Storage – a separate enclosed area is constructed on the
north side of the main home used for small yard equipment and firewood
storage
CORRALS: Well-constructed
pipe corrals. The pipe is heavy wall 2
7/8 drill stem pipe, well designed separate livestock pens, and adjustable
cattle working lead up to an older manual Powder River chute. A metal loading/unloading chute is access
from the paved county road FIELDS/IRRIGATION/WELLS/POWER/FENCING/ROADS
FIELDS: The property includes five (5)
primary field/pasture areas separately fenced and watered:
– Native Pasture (45 ac +/-) – pasture is located at the west side of
the farm. The ground is covered with
native grass, juniper, and sage. There
is a livestock well hooked to power that provided livestock water into a large
rubber water tank set on a concrete pad.
Two small, dilapidated livestock sheds and separate pens are installed
in in the pasture accessed from the county road.
– Livestock Pasture (45 ac +/-) – this irrigated pasture is watered
from a irrigation district diversion into a small holding pond. The pasture hosts two (2) older wheel lines
with newer self-levelers. The pump for
the pasture is newer and has a new power box installed this year. The current owners utilize the ground for
livestock pasture.
– Silver Pivot Field (150 ac +/- field; 124 ac +/- pivot) – the field
hosts the pivot and additional pasture corners.
The pivot is originally a 10-tower Pringle pivot, and the current owner
has converted the drive components to Valley systems, good condition. The pivot is turned on manually, utilizes
standard irrigation nozzles, a GPS location monitoring system, and controlled
end-gun. The ground under pivot is
planted in a alfalfa-grass mix and the corners are native. Field also hosts irrigation well and
pump.
– House Pivot Field (84 ac +/-; 62 ac +/- pivot) – the field hosts a
half-pivot and additional pasture corners.
The pivot was originally a 10-tower Pringle pivot, which has also been
converted into Valley systems, good condition.
The pivot utilizes standard irrigation nozzles, a GPS location
monitoring system, and controlled end-gun.
The north half of the ground under pivot is native grass and the south
part is a 2-year-old orchard grass planting.

– Blue Pivot Field (156 ac +/- field; 124 ac +/- pivot) – the field
hosts the pivot and additional pasture corners.
The pivot is originally a 11-tower Pringle pivot, which has also been
converted into Valley systems, good condition.
The pivot is turned on manually, utilizes standard irrigation nozzles, a
GPS location monitoring and control system, and controlled end-gun. The ground under pivot is planted in a
alfalfa and the corners are native. An
irrigation ditch runs through the pivot and pivot crossing are mostly covered
culverts. Large equipment crossings are
constructed on either end of the irrigation ditch.
– Hay production averages 3 to 4 tons per acre (+/-); for production
season 2025, no fertilizer was used
IRRIGATION:

Certificate
#

Permit
#

Type

Acres

Priority
Date

Primary
– Lakeview

36.67

79085

G8101

Primary
– Well

35.6

April
17, 1978

79084

G6956

Primary
– Well

287.14

August
9, 1976

Supp
– Well

11.2

30974

G27312

Primary
– Drews

11.2

October
10, 1960

76813

G11110

Supp
– Well

71.4

April
11, 1988

Total
Primary:

370.61

Total
Supp:

82.6

WELLS:
1 irrigation
– Drilled in 1976, 420 ft deep, newer 8-inch casing installed in 2020,
yield 2,300 (+/-) gal/min, pump set at 280 ft.
– 75 hr turbine pump with 75 hr booster pump; separate on/off for the pump and
booster
– All three pivots can be ran at the same time or individually
2 domestic/livestock wells
– House Well – 130 ft deep, 15 gal/min (+/-); new pump installed in 2025
– Livestock Well – 350 ft deep, pump set at 340 ft, 15 gal/min (+/-)
MAIN LINES: All main lines are buried 8-inch PVC. Primary line runs from well and T-s at
primary line connecting all three pivots

FENCING: Barbed wire fencing around perimeter and between fields.
ROADS: Primary roads to the farm are paved county maintained road. Tracks through the farm are primary two-track
dirt routes
POWER:
Surprise Valley Electric Cooperative
– 7 meters on the farm
– Non-irrigation season: $120 average / month (+/-)
– Irrigation season: $7,100 average / month (+/-)