-Abundant wildlife due to recent controlled burns, thinned pines, and a mix of habitat types including 10 acres of hardwood bottomland with mast-producing oaks and nearly direct access to Choccolocco Creek.

Location

The Munford Tract is situated in the Piedmont region of Alabama, characterized by its rolling hills and valleys. This property is surrounded by other timberland and farmland, with Watts Road forming most of its southern boundary. The town of Munford is less than four miles away, offering dining, grocery stores, and fuel options. The cities of Talladega and Oxford are both within a 20-minute drive, where you'll find additional dining, grocery stores, hotels, and hospitals if needed.

For racing enthusiasts, the Talladega Superspeedway is just minutes away. The property also has nearly direct access to Choccolocco Creek, which flows into the Coosa River and Logan Martin Lake, located about 11 miles to the west. Additionally, Birmingham's airport is less than an hour away.

Access

The property is currently accessible by Watts Road, which features a rocked entrance. There is approximately half a mile of interior woods road suitable for two-wheel drive traffic, provided the conditions are dry. Additionally, there are nearly one and a half miles of fire breaks and trails that allow ATV access to most areas of the property. The Munford Tract has approximately 4,100 feet of frontage along Watts Road and immediate access to electricity.

Property Description

This tract is well-suited for timber production due to its location and timber type. It is also well-suited for recreational activities. Its proximity to the highway, availability of electricity, and open landscape make it an excellent candidate for a barndominium, cabin, or private getaway. The terrain is rolling, with elevations ranging from 500 to 700 feet above sea level.

The well-drained soils are conducive to effective timber management. Currently, thanks to recent thinning, controlled burning, and new plantings, visibility across almost the entire tract is excellent. The area supports various game species, making hunting a possibility. With the thinned pines, recent burns, and the presence of water on the tract, the opportunities are endless.

Timber Resource

The Munford Tract features approximately 47 acres of 32-year-old loblolly pine, which was thinned two years ago. If timber management is the primary objective, this timber is financially mature and ready for market at any time. If harvested, it should be replanted with loblolly pine to maximize growth and production.

The thinned pines have also recently undergone a controlled burn. This burn helped clear residual logging slash, improved sightlines by opening up the stand, reduced the wildfire hazard, and, perhaps most importantly, significantly enhanced wildlife value. Since the burn was completed, fresh greenery has begun to sprout, providing high-quality forage for wildlife. If managing for wildlife and/or aesthetics is a higher priority, a plan can be developed to conduct burns every two to three years to maintain these objectives.

Additionally, approximately 58 acres were planted with genetically improved loblolly pine just this past winter. The genetic stock used is expected to produce sawtimber and polequality timber once it reaches maturity. In this region, the typical management schedule involves thinning at or around age 15 and again at age 21. The stand is expected to reach financial maturity between the ages of 25 and 30, depending on growth rates and market conditions. Once thinning has been completed, other options can be considered to enhance growth and wildlife value, such as burning, fertilization, and herbaceous treatments.

The tract also contains approximately 10 acres of hardwood-dominated bottomland. While some timber harvesting can occur in these areas, it is usually recommended to keep them intact so they can function as wildlife travel corridors and contribute to the diversity of the tract. There is a substantial number of hard mast-producing trees (such as oak) within this area, which adds to the available food sources throughout the year.