North Childress County Irrigated Farm & Ranch
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Price:
$2,008,000
Acreage:
640
County:
Childress
State:
Texas
Price Per Acre
$3,137.50 per acreProperty Description
Located just southwest of Dodson in northern Childress County, this 640 +/- acre ranch sits right on the Childress/Collingsworth County line in a region known for strong agricultural production and tightly held ownership. The property is within easy reach of Wellington (15 miles), Childress (26 miles), and Memphis (28 miles), with additional access to Hollis and Altus, Oklahoma, making it both convenient and well-positioned for regional operators. Whether you’re looking to expand an existing operation or invest in a diversified ranch, this tract offers the kind of balance that is increasingly difficult to find.
At its core, this is a working ranch built for efficiency and productivity. Two Valley 7,000 pivots anchor the operation, supporting a mix of irrigated bermudagrass and cultivated ground, while the balance of the acreage provides quality dryland farming and grazing opportunities. The irrigation system is supported by a strong well producing up to approximately 550 GPM, with a newer pump installed in 2024 to ensure reliability moving forward. Productive soils, led by a significant amount of Class II loam, further enhance the farm’s capability—whether the goal is forage production, grazing, or a combination of both.
The layout of the ranch is what truly sets it apart. Thoughtfully divided into four primary pastures, the property enables a smooth, rotational approach to managing stockers or cattle year-round. A set of working pens with a loading dock, squeeze chute, and nearby electric service provides the infrastructure needed to keep an operation moving efficiently. Multiple water sources—including irrigation, a livestock well, and a windmill—help ensure coverage across the ranch, supporting both cattle and grass through varying conditions.
Beyond its agricultural strengths, the ranch carries a strong recreational element that adds both enjoyment and long-term value. A winding wet-weather creek cuts through the heart of the property, lined with mature hardwoods that provide shade, shelter, and excellent wildlife habitat. In the northeast corner, West Fork Sandy Creek offers an additional water feature and a natural setting for a small trap pasture. Deer sign is abundant throughout, with well-established trails, rubs, and bedding areas that speak to the property’s consistency as a wildlife habitat. The gentle roll of the terrain adds character without sacrificing usability, creating a place that is as enjoyable to own as it is productive to operate. This is the kind of ranch that checks multiple boxes—income potential, operational efficiency, and recreational appeal—all in one well-rounded package in the Texas Panhandle.
Property Features
- 640 +/- acre contiguous tract on Childress/Collingsworth County line
- Two Valley 7,000 pivots (2013 & 2014)
- Full pivot in established bermudagrass (SW quarter)
- Partial pivot in cultivation (NW quarter)
- Irrigation well producing up to ~550 GPM
- Seasonal output adjusted to ~350 GPM
- New irrigation pump (2024)
- Secondary livestock well
- Additional windmill water source
- Cross-fenced into four pastures
- ~50% Class II soils
- Additional productive Class III soils
- Balanced mix of irrigation and dryland acres
- Ideal for stockers or cow/calf operations
- Clean, efficient layout for ag use
- Working pens with a squeeze chute
- Loading dock for cattle handling
- Equipment/storage shed
- Electric service on-site
- Separate trap pasture
- Gently rolling terrain (~80 feet elevation change)
- Wet-weather creek through the property
- West Fork Sandy Creek on the NE boundary
- Mature hardwood and native tree cover
- Strong deer and wildlife presence
- Located in a strong, tightly held ag area
- 15 miles to Wellington, TX
- 26 miles to Childress, TX
- 28 miles to Memphis, TX
- 15 miles to Hollis, OK
- 49 miles to Altus, OK