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  • February 16, 2025
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  • 1193.74 acres

Flood Irrigated Hay Ground Saco Montana for Sale

$ 1,400,000
US-2,
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“Great Falls Place” – Prime Flood Irrigated Hay Ground on Beaver Creek Flats

Discover 1,193.74 +/- deeded acres of productive Montana farmland, located just 20 miles east of Malta and 12 miles west of Saco, with easy access from Highway 2. There are multiple access points to the property from Old US Highway 2, now a graveled and maintained county road. Nestled south of the highway and only 5 miles from Nelson Reservoir in Phillips County, this versatile property is ideal for agriculture, conservation, recreation, and investment.

Rich Hay Ground & Grazing Potential
Currently featuring robust stands of western wheatgrass, 1,038.90 +/- acres are dedicated to fertile hay ground, with the remaining 150.69 +/- acres offering prime grazing land. This flood-irrigated property benefits from Beaver Creek, which flows through the southern section, ensuring reliable water access. With water rights dating back to September 8, 1900, you’ll gain priority access to irrigate 740 acres with 1,110 acre-feet of water at a flow rate of 140 cubic feet per second, available for use from February 1st to October 31st each year (Water Right # 40M-W-1863374-00).

Looking to maximize the property’s potential? The land holds exciting possibilities for pivot irrigation conversion.

Income Potential & Conservation
All cropland acreage, except for 40 acres south of Old US Highway 2, is currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), with the contract extending until September 2034, offering long-term stability and income generation. Sellers are also in the process of applying for Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks Upland Game Bird Habitat Enhancement Program and the Migratory Bird Wetland Program.

With multiple access points via well-maintained county roads along Old US Highway 2, this property offers ease of management and convenience.

Wildlife & Outdoor Opportunities
For outdoor enthusiasts, “Great Falls Place” is a haven for wildlife, with thriving populations of whitetail deer, antelope, pheasant, sharp-tail, and Hungarian partridge.

Climate & Growing Conditions
Average annual rainfall in the area ranges from 11.77″ to 12.15″, making it well-suited for consistent hay production. Summers are pleasant with highs of 84°F in July and August, while winters see lows around 0°F in December and January.

This rare offering combines agricultural value with natural beauty, recreational potential, and conservation incentives, making it a prime investment in Montana’s heartland. Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional piece of Big Sky Country!

PROPERTY FEATURES:

Irrigated Hay Land
Crop Acres
Saco Montana
Water Rights
Beaver Creek
Montana Farm
Acreage
Grazing
Farms for Sale
Land for Sale
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Address: US-2
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Property Id : 156178
Price: $ 1,400,000
County: Phillips County
Lot Size (AC): 1193.74000
Listing ID: 25008-04600
Office ID: 4118
Listing Address: NHN Old Hwy 2

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