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390039 Range Road 5-4
NONE Rural Clearwater County T0M 0C0

$2,364,000
Agri-Business 1,520 sq. ft. built: 2013

Engineered Steel-100x250x20 (25,000 Sqft)
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Agri-Business
MLS® Num:
A2100749
Year Built:
2013
An exceptional Equestrian or Commercial facility, spans 154 acres with 120 acres of productive hay land. EXCELLENT location off Paved Hwy 11 & RR 5-4, just 32 mins West of Red Deer or 12 mins. East of Rocky Mountain House, AB. The main ARENA building, constructed in 2015, is 25,000 sqft (100x250x20ft) Engineered Steel structure featuring a heated, fully insulated Riding Arena or Commercial space with large overhead doors reinforced for heavy trucks, a temp-controlled wash bay, private Tack Rm, staging areas. It’s equipped with natural gas radiant heaters, commercial HRV systems, a 14’ industrial fan & an exhaust fan. This Event-ready facility currently hosts various INCOME PRODUCING activities, including jumping, reining, ranch roping, 4H events, working cow horse, obstacle playdays, clinics, Haul-in Riders, Boarders & fundraisers. Supported by 15 private pens, 10 paddocks & 5 Auto-waterers its home to Trainers & Boarders. The comfortable Viewing Lounge boasts a kitchen, 2 accessible Bthrms, in-floor heat & HRV. The Upper Mezzanine (34’ x 100’) partially finished with roughed-in natural gas & plumbing for a kitchen, 6 Bthrms & 2 Showers with steel stairs ready for installation. The Barn, just built in 2022, measures 84’ x 36’x14' with 12 stalls, auto-waterers with individual shut-off valves, radiant heat, HRV system & an attached 14’ x 84’ lean-to, with expansion potential. Additional Equipment Storage/ Hay shed, built in 2022, is 80’ x 40’x 16' , with 8 large Steel PIPE pens, 5 Auto-waterers, with entire property fenced & cross-fenced.  Residential OPTIONS include a 2013 Modular home (1,520 sq ft, 4 Bdrms, 2 Bthrms) & a SECOND HOME, an optional 2013 knotty Pine all-season Cabin (2 Bdrms, 4 pc Bth, kitchen) available for purchase. Utilities feature two water wells, two septic systems, natural gas to the arena & propane for the home & barn. The property boasts stunning Mountain Views, over 1,000 trees with attractive landscaping, an upgraded pedestal power system for easy expansion & paved access on 2 sides. The Twinning of Hwy 11, set for 2025, will most certainly boost this property value! Just 35 mins. from Hwy 2 & Red Deer,1 hr 40 mins. to Calgary or Edmonton International Airports. This turnkey operation includes ALL necessary equipment to continue the business, with the Option to exclude all Equestrian equipment or Homes for a reduced price, if you wish to be PRIVATE, keep it all for yourself and build your DREAM Home. If size, location and quality matter, Spur West is a must-see! See the Commercial Land and Buildings only Listing- MLS A2193375.
Property Type:
Agri-Business
Property Sub Type:
Agriculture
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Possession Date:
Home Style:
Modular Home
Current Use:
Agricultural, Cattle, Commercial, Horses, Livestock, Pasture, See Remarks
Major Use Description:
Barley, Cow, Equestrian, See Remarks
Business Type:
Agriculture, Farm
Business Name:
Spur West Event Center
Total Living Area:
1,520 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
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Taxes:
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HOA Fee Includes:
Lot Area:
154 acre(s)
Acres Cleared:
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Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Levels:
One
Year built:
2013 (Age: 12)
Bathrooms:
- (Full:-, Half:-)
Electricity:
200+ Amp Service, Single Phase
Heating:
Forced Air, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove
Basement:
None
Foundation:
Piling(s)
New Constr.:
No
Structure Type:
Manufactured House
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
No
Flooring:
Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
Cooling:
None
Water Supply:
Dugout, Well
Sewer:
Holding Tank, Open Discharge, Septic Tank
Utilities:
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Fiber Optics at Lot Line
Garage:
No
Parking:
None
Mobile Home Lenght:
76'
Mobile Home Width:
20'
NONE
Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave Hood Fan, Refrigerator
Concession building, Grooming Tractor & Groomer, 2 Sheds, Firewood in Shed. 2 Sea cans, all attached Steel Panels and attached Gates, Feeders, Shelters, Bleachers, Misc tools, Detailed List of Inclusions available. 2 PROPANE TANKS are RENTED.
Buildings
None Known
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Interior Features:
Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, No Smoking Home, Open Floorplan, Recreation Facilities, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vinyl Windows
Lot Features:
Cleared, Few Trees, Landscaped, No Neighbours Behind, Pasture, Sloped Down
Access To Property:
Direct Access, On Major Traffic Route, Paved Road, Public, Two-Way Access
Num. of Parcels:
0
Outbuildings:
Equipment Storage, See Remarks, Shed, Arena, Barn, Modular
Fencing:
Cross Fenced, Fenced
Nearest Town:
Alhambra
Region:
Clearwater County
Zoning:
AG
Listed Date:
Feb 18, 2025
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    Engineered Steel-100x250x20 (25,000 Sqft)
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    120 Ac of Hay, alternatively ACRES of space for whatever you may want to construct.
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    120 Acres of Hsy to produce a side income
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    Engineered 100x250x20ft Heated, Insulated Builiding.
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    25,000 Ft. ready for your Business ideas. Thresholds are reinforced for heavy truck traffic.
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    Easy access off PAVED HWY 11, soon to be TWINNED providing fast access fromHwy 2, Red Deer or Rocky Mtn House
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    Engineered & Heated with HRVs. 25,000 sqft. Presently used as a Riding Arena
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    Lots of parking!
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    Meetin Rm or Office space with Kitchen. Infloor Heat/HRV
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    Kitchenette in the Meeting Rm
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    Meeting Rm or Office space
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    Stunning panoramic Mountain View
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    Gorgeous Sunsets
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    36x84x14 ft walls with 14x40ft Lean-too, ready to put another Leantoo on the S side as well.
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    Beautiful Landscaping
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    Built in 2022, Insulated, heated, water, power, currently used as a 12 stall barn.
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    Acres of room for parking
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    100 Person Aluminum Bleacher seating
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    Hwy frontage
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    Super location off PAVED HWY 11
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    40x80ft COLD Storagebuilding, steel with Wood trusses,. Built in 2022, presently used for Hay storaage.
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Rimbey Alberta Information

Rimbey /?r?mbi?/ is a town in central Alberta, Canada. It is located at the junction of Highways 20 and 53 in the Blindman River valley area approximately 62 kilometres (39 mi) northwest of Red Deer and 145 kilometres (90 mi) southwest of Edmonton. Provincially, Rimbey is part of the Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre electoral district and federally in the Wetaskiwin riding. Officially made a community in 1902, the first name given to the settlement at the turn of the century was Kansas Ridge as many of the settlers originated from the American state of Kansas. Among them were the three Rimbey brothers (Sam, Ben, and Jim) for whom the town was officially named after in 1904. The Rimbeys moved to Canada from Scott County, Illinois having moved to Illinois in the 1830s from Maryland. They were born in Pennsylvania. In 1919 the Lacombe and Blindman Valley Electric Railway (later part of the Canadian Pacific Railway) reached Rimbey, and there was much enthusiasm for the “new town” by the tracks (now Highway 20). Two grain companies built elevators the following year and Rimbey’s population swelled to 319 by 1921. The Second World War brought abrupt changes to Rimbey, as young men and sometimes their families left the village. When war was over some returned and others did not. Many new faces came to Rimbey and the population surged to 634 by 1946. In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Rimbey had a population of 2,470 living in 1,084 of its 1,180 total private dwellings, a change of -3.8% from its 2016 population of 2,567. With a land area of 11.38 km2 (4.39 sq mi), it had a population density of 217.0/km2 (562.2/sq mi) in 2021.[3] In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Rimbey recorded a population of 2,567 living in 1,077 of its 1,160 total private dwellings, a 7.9% change from its 2011 population of 2,378. With a land area of 11.4 km2 (4.4 sq mi), it had a population density of 225.2/km2 (583.2/sq mi) in 2016.[6] Rimbey is mainly a farming community, with the oil and gas sector increasing in importance. The town has full amenities including hotels, motels, several grocery, convenience, and liquor stores and a campground. Rimbey has its own hospital and ambulance (although more specialized procedures are sent to Red Deer, Calgary or Edmonton) and its own detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Pas-Ka-Poo Park includes large open lawns, a historical village site, museums and a wide array of interesting displays, including the World’s Largest Collection of International Trucks in the Smithson International Truck Museum. The Rimbey Golf & Trailer Park was located 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) south. The golf course has since been closed down, due to flooding. The town had an outdoor swimming pool open from May to September every year, which has been rebuilt as a 3,900 sq ft (360 m2) junior olympic pool with a beach entrance, two hot tubs, a double loop waterslide and a 2,100 sq ft (200 m2) splash pad for toddlers up to 15 years of age. The Beatty House is a historical house in the centre of town and can be booked for tours or to house social events. There are also a couple of smaller public parks (designed for children) around town. Operated by the Wolf Creek School Division No. 72, the Rimbey Elementary School, the Rimbey Junior-Senior High School, and the West Country Outreach School provide education within Rimbey. The town is also home to the Rimbey Christian School, a private school that offers learning for students in K-9. The Rimbey Nursery School offers play-based programs for children 3 to 5 years old.[7] The town newspaper is the Rimbey Review.[8] The Review commenced publishing on January 27, 1997 and was owned by Sylvan Lake News. The paper was sold to Black Press in 2005. The Rimbey Review succeeded the Rimbey Record, which had been publishing since the early 1930s. The Record was cited, in 1937, for its assistance in a series for the Edmonton Journal, which won that paper a Pulitzer prize. The Rimbey Record was, at its demise, part of a chain of newspapers, under the banner Record Publishing that failed financially after an unsuccessful attempt to go public. The town had one radio station VF8020 on 93.3 MHz, which was owned by The Church of Nazarene of Rimbey. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rimbey

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topsoil Depth (in) Alberta Source aafc slc version 3.2

Understanding Topsoil Depth in Alberta: Insights from AAFC SLC Version 3.2 Data

Topsoil depth is a critical factor for agricultural productivity, influencing water retention, nutrient availability, and root growth. The provided map of Alberta illustrates the topsoil depth in inches, highlighting significant regional variations. This analysis is based on data from the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2.

Key Observations

The topsoil depth in Western Alberta and the Rockies is generally shallow, ranging from 0 to 6 inches. This is due to the rugged terrain and erosional processes associated with mountainous regions. The shallow topsoil in these areas supports forests and natural vegetation rather than extensive agriculture.

Central Alberta, including areas around Edmonton and Red Deer, exhibits moderate to deep topsoil depths, generally between 8 to 14 inches. These depths are conducive to productive agriculture, supporting a variety of crops. The deeper topsoil in central regions contributes to higher agricultural yields and sustainable farming practices.

In Southern and Eastern Alberta, regions such as Calgary and areas towards the Saskatchewan border show variable topsoil depths ranging from 6 to 10 inches. While suitable for agriculture, these areas may require careful soil management to maintain productivity. Areas with shallower topsoil are more drought-resistant and may need irrigation and soil conservation practices.

Regional Analysis

The Rocky Mountain Influence is evident in the shallow topsoil of the Rocky Mountain foothills, resulting from the rocky and rugged terrain, limiting soil accumulation. These areas are more suited to forest growth and natural vegetation rather than intensive agriculture.

In contrast, the Prairie Conditions in central Alberta benefit from moderate to deep topsoil, which is ideal for crop production and supports Alberta’s agricultural economy. Maintaining topsoil depth through conservation practices is essential for sustaining long-term agrarian productivity in these areas.

Implications for Agriculture

Understanding topsoil depth is crucial for effective soil management practices, including crop selection, irrigation, and fertilization. Farmers can use this data to optimize their farming practices, choosing crops suited to the available topsoil depth and implementing appropriate soil conservation measures. Deeper topsoil improves water retention and nutrient availability, which is essential for healthy crop growth and high yields.

Conclusion

The topsoil depth map of Alberta reveals significant regional variations influenced by geographical features such as the Rocky Mountains and the fertile plains of central Alberta. Understanding these variations is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices and ensuring sustainable farming. By leveraging this data, farmers can improve crop yields, manage soil health, and enhance overall agrarian productivity in Alberta.

Sources

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2 Data
  • Alberta Agriculture and Forestry






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