Formed over time by river-deposited sand and gravel, Angelo Towhead is a true towhead island, offering a distinctive and secluded setting within the river channel. Situated near the southernmost point of Illinois, the property occupies a geographically significant position at one of the most recognized river junctions in the United States.

Located in Alexander County and approximately one mile from the Cairo city limits, the island provides convenient access to town while maintaining a private, river-oriented environment. Angelo Towhead lies on the final stretch of the Middle Mississippi River and is recognized as the last island before the river transitions into the Lower Mississippi at the Ohio River confluence.

With an approximate elevation of 315 feet, this property represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire land at the meeting point of two of America’s most iconic rivers.

TIMBER RESOURCES, VALUE & FOREST COMPOSITION

HIGHLY MARKETABLE TIMBER

Timber Inventory Overview

Total Timberland: Approximately 522 acres

Sawtimber Volume: Estimated 9.9–10 million board feet (Doyle 78 log rule)

Average Volume: Approximately 19,070 board feet per acre

Projected Species Composition (Gross Mill Volume)

Cottonwood: ~8.95 million board feet (˜90%)

Maple: ~554,000 board feet (˜6%)

Miscellaneous hardwoods: ~168,000 board feet (˜2%)

Green ash: ~132,000 board feet (˜1%)

Swamp white oak: ~76,000 board feet (˜1%)

Elm: ~76,000 board feet (˜1%)

In addition to sawtimber, the property includes an estimated 37,000 tons of pulpwood, providing additional harvest value.

PLANTATION COTTONWOOD & NATURAL FOREST

A large portion of the island consists of plantation-established cottonwood planted approximately 34 years ago. These stands have grown uniformly and exhibit an exceptional annual growth rate of roughly 9%, demonstrating the highly fertile soils present across the island.

The remaining acreage is comprised of natural bottomland forest with mature cottonwood, maple, and mixed hardwood species. This blend contributes to both sawtimber and pulpwood production while enhancing forest diversity and long-term sustainability.

AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS

Angelo Towhead Island offers:

Landmark location at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers

Over 500 acres of productive timberland

Nearly 10 million board feet of sawtimber

Significant pulpwood volume

Highly productive plantation cottonwood stands

Proven soil fertility and long-term growth potential

PROXIMITY TO NEARBY CITIES

Cairo, IL – 1.8 miles north

Wilson City, MO – 4.8 miles southwest

Wickliffe, KY – 4.9 miles east-southeast

Wyatt, MO – 5.5 miles south-southwest

Mound City, IL – 7.4 miles north

Barlow, KY – 8.7 miles northeast

Mounds, IL – 9.4 miles north

Charleston, MO – 10.5 miles west-southwest

Bardwell, KY – 11.9 miles southeast

Blandville, KY – 11.9 miles east-southeast

RECREATIONAL CHARACTER

Angelo Towhead Island is the last island on the Middle Mississippi River and offers strong recreational appeal for camping, picnicking, and river access. At certain water levels, the back channel provides a unique whitewater-style experience.

The island is well-suited for all-season, all-skill-level camping, though access to the upper end can vary due to a wrap-around rock dike. The dikes have been notched, and a private sandbar below the second dike emerges at low to medium water levels, creating a secluded campsite away from river traffic.

Despite being located just over a mile from Cairo, the island feels remarkably remote and wild, offering a rare combination of accessibility and true river seclusion.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

PROCEDURE: The property will be offered in 2 tracts and combinations.

BUYERS PREMIUM: A 10% Buyer’s Premium will be added to the final bid and included in the deed transaction sale price.

DOWN PAYMENT: 15% as down payment on the day of the auction with balance in cash at closing on or before 30 days. The down payment may be in the form of cashier’s check, personal check, or corporate check. YOUR BIDDING IS NOT CONDITIONAL UPON FINANCING, SO BE SURE YOU HAVE ARRANGED FINANCING, IF NEEDED, AND ARE CAPABLE OF PAYING CASH AT CLOSING.

CLOSING: Closing shall take place on or before 30 days from auction date.

REAL ESTATE TAXES: All 2026 ad valorem taxes will be prorated at closing

SURVEY: The property will be sold by the deed.

DISCLAIMER AND ABSENCE OF WARRANTIES: All information contained in this brochure and all related materials is subject to the Terms and Conditions outlined in the Purchase Agreement. ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE BY THE AUCTION COMPANY AT THE AUCTION PODIUM DURING THE TIME OF THE SALE WILL TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANY PREVIOUSLY PRINTED MATERIAL, OR ANY OTHER ORAL STATEMENTS MADE. The property is being sold on an “AS IS, WHERE IS” basis, and no warranty or representation, either express or implied, concerning the property is made by the Seller or Auction Company. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections investigations, inquires, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained in this brochure is believed to be accurate but is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. No liability for its accuracy, errors, or omissions is assumed by the Seller or the Auction Company. All sketches and dimensions in this brochure are approximate. Except for any express warranties set forth in the sale documents, purchaser(s) assumes all risks thereof and acknowledges that in consideration of the other provisions contained in the sale documents, Seller and the Auction Company make no warranty or representation, express or implied or arising by operation of law, including an warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose of the property, or any part thereof, and in no event shall Seller or the Auction Company be liable for any consequential damages. Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the auctioneer. The Seller and Auction Company reserve the right to preclude any person from bidding if there is any question as to the person’s credentials, fitness, etc. All decisions of the auctioneer are final.

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