Burn’s Bench (C-27254)
What are trust lands?
Trust lands are parcels of land granted by Congress to Utah at statehood to support specific beneficiaries, including public schools, universities, hospitals, and reservoirs.  Trust lands are not public lands, but are generally open for public use, when possible. Trust lands were allocated specifically to generate revenue to support our beneficiaries. SITLA currently manages 3.3 million surface acres on behalf of our beneficiaries.
ONLINE BIDDING INFORMATION:
To register as a bidder or to place a bid, please see box to the right.
Bid Start Time for this Parcel:Â Thursday, June 5, 2025 – Time: 10am MDT
Bid End Time for this Parcel: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – Time: 10am MDT
CLOSING COSTS:
The closing costs are expenses incurred to prepare the property for sale. A large portion of the costs is for the completion of a cultural resource survey, which is required by law.
These costs are in addition to the 10% down payment. All closing costs are due from the winning bidder within 24 hours after completion of the auction and cannot be financed.
TOTAL CLOSING COSTS FOR THIS PARCEL:Â TBD
Beneficiary:
The net proceeds from the sale of this property will be deposited into the permanent fund for the beneficiary of Public Schools.
Legal Description:
Township 4 South, Range 22 East, SLB&M
Section 28: SW¼SW¼
Location:
The property is located about 2 miles east of the city of Vernal and the Vernal Regional Airport, along 1500 East, which runs through the property. The Burn’s Bench Road is located southeast of the property.
GPS points to the center of the property: 109°27’32″W, 40°26’11″N
Access:
Access to the property is from 1500 South, which runs through the property.
Additional Information:
This property has BLM property to the north and is surrounded by private property on the other 3 sides. The parcel is located on a bench, which provides beautiful views of the surrounding area. The surrounding neighborhood has minimal development, primarily farm and ranch lands with single-family dwellings scattered throughout. The topography of the property is mostly level with mild to moderate slope and ravines. The vegetation is sage brush and native grasses. The elevation of the property is 5,040 to 5,120 feet.
Acreage:
40.00 acres, more or less
Water Rights:
No water rights will be sold with this property
Utilities:
Utilities are located nearby. Both power and sewer lines are located along the southern border of the parcel.
Zoning:
MG1 (Mining and Grazing with a minimum lot size of 5 acres)
Financing:
Financing will be offered for this parcel at a variable interest rate of prime plus 2.5% or 7.5%, whichever is greater. A down payment of 10% and closing costs will be due at the auction. The remaining balance can be financed for up to a 20 year term.
During the time when the property is being financed (before a patent is issued), the county records will show the property as state trust lands with notices being sent in care of the purchaser. All improvements to the land during the financing period will need approval.
Mineral Lease Encumbrances:
None
Surface Lease Encumbrances:
- Easement No. 1730, issued to Uintah County for Class D roads, with a perpetual term;
- Predesignation No. 730, issued to Uintah County for Class D roads which qualify as valid existing rights, with a perpetual term; and,
- Grazing Permit No. 23493, issued to Vance Merrell and Karli Wagner (when this property is sold, these lands will be removed from the grazing permit).
Cultural Resource Covenant:
A historical and cultural resource survey will be conducted on this parcel. Any significant sites which are identified will be protected with a reservation.
Disclosures:
- Please see the disclosure summary and the certificate of sale template document for general disclosures which apply to all parcels being offered for sale at this auction.
- All mineral rights will be reserved.
- The sand and gravel on the parcel will be subject to a royalty provision if sold commercially.
- The Utah Geological Survey has submitted the following comment: “Potential geologic hazards in the area that could affect the parcel include seasonal and/or flash flooding/debris flow, problem soils including shrink/swell and/or collapsible, shallow bedrock, windblown sand, and indoor radon potential. The prospective buyer should be aware of the potential hazards so they can be addressed in a manner appropriate to the intended use of the property. UGS has general geologic hazard information at its offices and online at http://geology.utah.gov/utahgeo/hazards/index.htm.”
- The property will be conveyed subject to all valid existing rights.
