This is a wonderful opportunity to own a mile and three quarters of frontage along the scenic Illinois River. This property has never been offered before in its current state because for many years back in the 1920’s it was actually part of Lake Francis (a private resort development and a water supply for Watts and West Siloam Springs). However, a flood in 1990 washed out the Ogee weir (curved dam) and it was never rebuilt. The result is reclaimed, mineral rich, river bottom land that joins the Illinois River. Over the last 24 years the property has remained virtually untouched. There are tons of wildlife enjoying the habitat and with some management could be a hunter’s paradise. The Illinois River offers canoeing along with great fishing. The property has exceptional access just off highway 59 and yet offers some great privacy due to crystal clear Ballard Creek bordering the property o...
This is a wonderful opportunity to own a mile and three quarters of frontage along the scenic Illinois River. This property has never been offered before in its current state because for many years back in the 1920’s it was actually part of Lake Francis (a private resort development and a water supply for Watts and West Siloam Springs). However, a flood in 1990 washed out the Ogee weir (curved dam) and it was never rebuilt. The result is reclaimed, mineral rich, river bottom land that joins the Illinois River. Over the last 24 years the property has remained virtually untouched. There are tons of wildlife enjoying the habitat and with some management could be a hunter’s paradise. The Illinois River offers canoeing along with great fishing. The property has exceptional access just off highway 59 and yet offers some great privacy due to crystal clear Ballard Creek bordering the property on the west, the Illinois river on the east and slough on the south. Located just 6 miles south of Siloam Springs, Arkansas a property of this type does not come along very often.
Property Features:
- 1 3/4 Mile of Illinois River frontage
- Spring fed crystal clear Ballard Creek
- Large open hardwood bottoms combined with dense thickets
- Outdoorsmans dream with river access and great hunting and fishing
- Great location just 6 miles south of Siloam Springs, AR on highway 59 south of Interstate 412
- Paved frontage
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