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2049 Government Dam Road

Soda Springs, ID 83276
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TURNKEY RANCH WITH MEADOW, SODA CREEK, CROPLAND & CRP REVENUE - Set against the wide-open landscapes of southeastern Idaho, the Hilda Thompson Ranch is an expansive, agricultural holding with recreational value and long-term investment potential. Located approximately four and a half miles northwest of Soda Springs, this historic ranch was first established in the early 1900s as a dry farm and has recently evolved into a productive agricultural and cattle grazing operation with established income streams, water resources, and functional infrastructure. Today, the ranch operates under an efficient rotational grazing system capable of supporting approximately 400 head of cattle. The perimeter is mostly fenced with extensive cross-fencing dividing productive pastures and allowing for sustai nable grazing management. The fencing infrastructure has been upgraded and maintained in very good to excellent condition. Comprising five contiguous parcels with year-round access and frontage on both sides of Government Dam Road, the property spans a diverse landscape of cropland, open meadow with a meandering creek, and wildlife habitat. According to the USDA, 975.36 acres are designated cropland, with approximately 857 acres currently enrolled in the CRP program, generating about $50,000 annually, with roughly seven years remaining on the contract. The CRP agreement allows grazing twice during the ten-year term, providing additional flexibility for livestock operations. Water resources are a defining feature of the ranch. Year-round Soda Creek meanders through the property, supporting thriving populations of waterfowl and enhancing both agricultural use and recreational appeal, and ultimately feeding into the canal company system for distribution. Infrastructure consists of a 2,400 square foot shop, a 2,340 square foot original barn, a large cattle corral with chute, a three-sided implement and tractor shed, and five aerated grain bins with a combined capacity of 75,000 bushels. A modest farmhouse originally built around 1945 and remodeled in 1990 offers approximately 842 square feet on the main level plus a basement. Additional value includes a cinder mine resource and two short-term leases currently in place involving buildings, infrastructure, and select grazing. For sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts, the ranch borders expansive public ground managed by the Bureau of Land Management, including the renowned 90 Percent Range, an area carefully managed for healthy mule deer populations. The ranch also hosts a 110-acre wetland habitat project developed through a conservation easement with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game through 2030. Sponsored in part by Ducks Unlimited, the project created a 1,100-foot dike and protected habitat for ducks and swans, complete with a viewing station and parking area. This is an outdoor recreation enthusiast\'s paradise. Blackfoot and Alexander Reservoirs offer motorized and non-motorized boating, swimming, fishing, ice fishing, and bird watching opportunities. Blackfoot Reservoir is the second largest reservoir in southeastern Idaho, covering 18,000 surface acres when full, and offers a campground and boat ramp managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and is known for an abundance of wildlife. With state land, BLM ground, and Caribou National Forest close by, there are hundreds of miles of dirt roads and trails to explore horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, camping, mountain biking, cruising in ATVs, wildlife viewing, and big game and upland game hunting. Winter access to the public land requires a snow machine and opens the door to a magical winter wonderland adventure, snowmobiling, fat tire biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Elk migration is heavy in this area, and mule deer and moose are also plentiful. Whether your vision is expanding an agricultural portfolio, establishing a productive ranch headquarters, developing a private hunting retreat, or creating a legacy homestead

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Property Type : Farm

Price : $6,400,000

AD Id : 76076164

MLS Id : 581855

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 1,890 Sq. Ft(Lot)

Tax Amount : $4,185

County : Caribou

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Basement: Crawl Space
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Propane

  • Building Information

    Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 1890

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $6400000 Original Price: $7100000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $4185

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Thirkill
    Junior High School: Tigert
    Senior High School: Soda Springs
  • Location Information

    WaterSource: Well, Private
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/02/2026 @ 03:07

MLS: 581855 LISTED BY: David White, Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC 208-709-9237 SOURCE: Greater Pocatello Association of REALTORS

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