Land for Sale in Sulphur Springs, Texas

For more information regarding this listing please contact Keaton Livingston at 469-734-3112.

OUTPOST 76 RANCH – 1,017.73± ACRE PREMIER NORTHEAST TEXAS CATTLE OPERATION

Located just southeast of Sulphur Springs, Texas, Outpost 76 Ranch is a 1,017.73± acre large-scale cattle feeding and ranching operation combining exceptional water resources, extensive covered feeding facilities, productive pastures, feed and silage storage, and the infrastructure necessary to operate thousands of head of cattle from one property.

At the center of the ranch are three massive covered feed barns totaling approximately 209,000 square feet, providing the ability to feed 3,000+ head under roof. Surrounding the facilities are approximately 180 acres of improved pasture and 385 acres of native pasture, providing estimated additional capacity for approximately 350 head on pasture.

Perhaps the most important asset at Outpost 76 is water. The ranch offers more than 46 acres of surface water, eight water wells accessing the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer, and a 25-acre irrigation pivot. For an operation of this size, dependable water is not simply an amenity; it is a necessity, and the combination of groundwater, extensive surface water, and Northeast Texas rainfall is one of the features that separates Outpost 76 from many other cattle operations.

A CATTLE OPERATION NEARLY 50 YEARS IN THE MAKING

The history of Outpost 76 is rooted in cattle production. Cattle have been raised on this land since approximately 1976, and for decades the property operated as a dairy. That history helped establish the agricultural infrastructure and productive ground that provide the foundation for today's operation.

Current ownership acquired the ranch in 2021 with the goal of developing a premium Angus-Wagyu cattle program in Northeast Texas. The name Outpost 76 pays tribute to 1776 and American independence, while also fitting a property where cattle have been raised since 1976.

The former dairy infrastructure was adapted and developed into a large-scale cattle finishing operation centered around three covered feed barns. These facilities allow cattle to be fed and managed under roof, providing protection from the heat, rain, wind, and changing Texas weather.

Today, Outpost 76 represents nearly five decades of agricultural history combined with the scale and infrastructure necessary for the next owner to continue operating at a high level.

THE CATTLE FACILITIES

The centerpiece of Outpost 76 is approximately 209,000 square feet of primary covered feeding space spread across three massive barns.

Feed Barn 1 contains approximately 97,500 square feet, Feed Barn 2 approximately 50,000 square feet, and Feed Barn 3 approximately 61,500 square feet. Together, the facilities provide the ability to feed more than 3,000 head of cattle under roof.

The covered feeding environment, extensive concrete, fans, misting systems, cattle pens, feed storage, and supporting infrastructure create a facility designed around the daily requirements of a serious cattle operation.

For an established cattle feeder looking to expand, a vertically integrated beef producer, or an operator looking to enter the feeding business at scale, the opportunity lies not only in what exists today but in the tremendous amount of time and capital that would be required to recreate an operation of this size.

WATER – THE DEFINING RESOURCE

Water is one of the most significant features of Outpost 76 Ranch and a critical advantage for an operation capable of handling thousands of head.

The ranch contains more than 46± acres of surface water, including a 14± acre lake, two approximately 10-acre lakes, a 4.5± acre lake, and 13 additional ponds and stock tanks distributed throughout the property.

In addition to the surface water, the ranch is serviced by eight water wells accessing the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer. A 25± acre irrigation pivot provides additional agricultural capability.

The combination of groundwater, extensive surface water, and dependable Northeast Texas rainfall creates tremendous water redundancy throughout the ranch. For a cattle operation, that is an asset that is difficult to overstate.

THE LAND AND TERRAIN

The 1,017.73± acres surrounding the cattle facilities provide a substantial land base for grazing, forage production, cattle movement, and continued agricultural use.

The ranch includes approximately 180 acres of improved pasture and 385 acres of native pasture, with an estimated additional carrying capacity of approximately 350 head outside of the primary covered feeding operation.

The terrain is gently rolling with approximately 100 feet of gradual contour change across the property. Open improved and native pastures transition into areas of thick hardwood bottom cover, providing shade for livestock and creating a diverse East Texas landscape.

Miles of perimeter and cross fencing divide the ranch into numerous pastures and working areas. The layout allows cattle to be moved efficiently between pastures, barns, feeding areas, and working facilities while giving an operator flexibility in pasture rotation and herd management.

The property lies in the agricultural country southeast of Sulphur Springs near the East Caney and Brinker communities. Soils in this portion of Hopkins County generally consist of sandy and clay loams, supporting pasture grasses, hardwoods, grazing, and agricultural production.

THE OVERVIEW

Outpost 76 Ranch is a rare opportunity to acquire the combination of scale, water, land, and cattle infrastructure in one established Northeast Texas operation.

More than 1,000 contiguous acres surround three massive covered feed barns totaling approximately 209,000 square feet and capable of feeding more than 3,000 head under roof. Hundreds of acres of improved and native pasture provide additional grazing capacity, while miles of cross fencing allow cattle to move efficiently throughout the ranch.

More than 46 acres of surface water and eight wells accessing the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer provide the water resources necessary for an operation of this scale. Feed and silage storage, covered pens, equipment storage, extensive concrete, irrigation, and supporting barns further add to the functionality of the property.

Its location approximately 2.5 miles from Interstate 30 on a paved road provides another major operational advantage, allowing cattle, feed, and equipment to move efficiently to and from the ranch.

For the next owner, one of the most important considerations is not simply what the existing improvements are worth, but what it would cost, and how long it would take, to acquire more than 1,000 acres with this level of water and recreate a cattle facility of this scale today.

Whether acquired by an established feedlot operator looking to expand, a cattle producer seeking greater control over the finishing process, or an agricultural investor looking for a significant operating asset, Outpost 76 Ranch offers an opportunity that is increasingly difficult to duplicate.

LOCATION:

Southeast of Sulphur Springs, Texas in Hopkins County

Near the East Caney and Brinker communities

Approximately 2.5 miles south of Interstate 30

Paved road frontage and access

Excellent access for cattle trucks, feed trucks, equipment, and other agricultural traffic

Quick access to Interstate 30 provides an important logistical advantage for shipping and receiving cattle

Convenient access to Sulphur Springs and the agricultural services of Northeast Texas

Strategic Northeast Texas location within reach of major cattle-producing regions and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

IMPROVEMENTS:

97,500± SF Feed Barn 1

50,000± SF Feed Barn 2

61,500± SF Feed Barn 3

Approximately 209,000 SF of primary covered feed barns

3,000+ head estimated covered feeding capacity

Fans and misting systems within the covered feeding operation

Extensive concrete throughout the cattle facilities

23,000± SF hay barn

7,000± SF covered silage storage

50,000± SF silage storage area

6,650± SF covered pens

8,500± SF covered equipment storage

3,600± SF tool barn

21,600± SF feed area associated with the 177-acre tract

9,000± SF additional barn associated with the 177-acre tract

Multiple cattle working and handling areas

25± acre irrigation pivot

8 water wells

WATER:

More than 46± acres of total surface water

Approximately 14-acre lake

Two approximately 10-acre lakes

Approximately 4.5-acre lake

13 additional ponds and stock tanks

8 water wells

Wells accessing the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer

4 tower Valley Center 25± acre irrigation pivot

Extensive water resources supporting cattle, pasture, and agricultural production

Exceptional combination of groundwater and surface water for a large-scale cattle operation

CLIMATE:

Northeast Texas climate

Strong annual rainfall compared with many traditional cattle-feeding regions

Long growing season

Climate well suited for improved and native pasture

Productive environment for cattle, grazing, hay, and forage production

SOILS:

Sandy and clay loam soils are common throughout this portion of eastern Hopkins County

Soils well suited to pasture, grazing, forage production, and hardwood vegetation

Decades of dairy and cattle production have contributed to the agricultural history of the property

Buyer should independently verify soils and suitability for any specific agricultural or development use

VEGETATION:

Approximately 180 acres of improved pasture

Approximately 385 acres of native pasture

Productive grazing acreage

Open pasture surrounding the primary cattle facilities

Areas of thick mature hardwood bottom cover

Established vegetation providing shade and protection for livestock

Forage and hay production potential

TERRAIN:

Gently rolling Northeast Texas terrain

Approximately 100 feet of gradual contour change

Large open pastures

Improved and native grazing areas

Hardwood-covered bottoms

Numerous lakes, ponds, and stock tanks distributed throughout the property

Terrain and pasture layout well suited for moving and managing cattle throughout the ranch

FENCING:

Miles of perimeter fencing

Extensive cross fencing throughout the ranch

Numerous separate pastures and cattle management areas

Fencing layout allows cattle to be efficiently moved between barns, pastures, feeding areas, and working facilities

Cross fencing provides flexibility for rotational grazing and separation of cattle groups

CURRENT USE:

Large-scale cattle feeding and finishing operation

Angus-Wagyu cattle program

3,000+ head covered feeding capacity

Estimated additional pasture capacity for approximately 350 head

Cattle grazing

Forage production

Feed and silage storage

Agricultural production

POTENTIAL USE:

Commercial cattle feeding operation

Feedlot and finishing operation

Angus cattle operation

Wagyu or Wagyu-cross cattle program

Backgrounding operation

Seedstock operation

Vertically integrated beef operation

Dairy or dairy-related agricultural operation

Cattle development facility

Expansion facility for an established cattle producer

Forage and hay production

Agricultural investment

Additional agricultural development

ACCESS:

Approximately 2.5 miles south of Interstate 30

Paved road access

Excellent access for cattle trucks, feed trucks, trailers, and heavy agricultural equipment

Quick connection to Interstate 30 provides efficient transportation for shipping cattle in and out of the operation

Convenient proximity to Sulphur Springs and Northeast Texas agricultural services

RANCH ASSETS:

Contact Keaton Livingston for a complete list of ranch assets that will convey with the property and additional equipment, livestock, or assets that may be available for purchase separately.

SHOWINGS:

All showings by appointment only

Buyer's agent must be present at the buyer's first showing to be eligible for buyer-agent compensation

Proof of funds or financial qualification may be requested prior to showing

Contact the listing agent to schedule a private showing

For more information regarding this listing please contact Keaton Livingston with Mossy Oak Properties Lone Star Farm & Ranch at 469-734-3112.