Morgan County
Orchard, Colorado
715 Acres
“Centennial” is a very unique 715-acre property that provides many opportunities. Be it the traditional hunt club for waterfowl, upland birds and deer, your own private wildlife preserve, or even more creatively, consider a Conservation Easement for tax deductions and credits, subdivision development or the various possibilities created by having significant water rights. Many opportunities are available through ownership of this property.
Property Description
Over the course of many years, the owner of “Centennial” has taken a parcel of land and transformed it into one of the best water fowling areas within the famed “Golden Triangle” northeast of Denver. There are many ponds and potholes of varying sizes that attract a variety of wildlife and waterfowl species. Wildlife officials have been interested in “Centennial” as a wildlife sanctuary due to having the three essential criteria for sanctuary status. Due to the addition of this water, the close proximity to the Denver Metro area and being adjacent to Jackson Lake State Park, one is hard pressed to find a similar property in this region.
Location
The property is located in Morgan County near the small rural towns of Goodrich and Orchard and approximately 1 hour northeast of Denver and bordered by Jackson Lake State Park. The terrain has moderate elevation changes. There are from 20-60 ponds on “Centennial” with the largest lake being up to 25 acres in size that serves as the waterfowl sanctuary.
Water
Water, a key component to the property has gone through a lengthy decree process which allows this water to be used for many uses such as augmentation, irrigation, wildlife uses, municipal and industrial uses. Also incorporated are a significant amount of flow directly back to the South Platte River and volumes of water stored underground on the property.
Whether a single use for “Centennial”, or a combination of uses, an owner can realize having financial return as well as preserving a very special place.
Pricing
$4,200,000 (Property may be reduced in size and water sold separately.)
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