Big Sky Farm

Land Description

This contiguous, 1,553± deeded acre farm is located approximately one mile north of Lyman, Nebraska. There are 1,240± irrigated acres with water provided from four irrigation wells which are adjudicated from 700 GPM to 1,200 GPM with static water at approximately 15 feet. In addition, surface water rights are provided from three sources: the Gering-Ft. Laramie Irrigation District for 856 irrigable acres; the Mitchell Irrigation District for 24 irrigable acres; and two appropriations from Horse Creek for 5.07 Cfs. Six low-pressure pivots irrigate 800± acres while the remaining 440± acres are flood-irrigated using gated pipe. Horse Creek flows along the southern boundary of the property for approximately one mile, sheltered by mature cottonwood and ash trees. Improvements include three homes, an 80'x125' red iron hay barn with 20-foot side walls, and a 60'x120' pole barn with 16 foot side walls. In addition, the farm has a brand-new 999 head feedlot with 1,000± feet of concrete feeding bunk and five automatic water tanks along with livestock working facilities that include several working pens, alley ways, tub, and a Silencer hydraulic chute. The feedlot is constructed of railroad ties and continuous steel panels. An abundance of wildlife frequents the farm including mule deer, whitetail deer, antelope, wild turkeys, pheasants, ducks, geese, and sharp-tail grouse.