Partoun (C-27276)
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 November 13, 2025 @ 11:10am MST
Bid End Time for this Parcel: November 18, 2025 @ 11:10am MST
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 14 South, Range 18 West, SLB&M
Section 16: N½
Location:
The property is located south of the town of Partoun in western Juab County. The Utah/Nevada state line is about 10 miles to the west. State Highway 50 is located about 40 miles to the south.
GPS Coordinates (to the center of the property):
-113.88127352, 39.59854283 or 113° 52′ 52.58″ W, 39° 35′ 54.75″ N
Access:
The property is accessed from the Snake Valley Road, which is approximately 1.5 miles to the west. Access is from Southwest Road and an unnamed road that connects to Miller Ranch Road.
Additional Information:
The parcel is bordered by trust lands to the south, private property to the north and the west, and BLM property to the east.  The shape of the property is rectangular. The topography is mostly level with vegetation of brush and native grass. The elevation is approximately 4,775 feet.
Acreage:
320.00 acres, more or less
Water Rights:
No water rights will be conveyed with the property.
Utilities:
Power appears to be in the general vicinity, near the northwest side of the property. No other utilities are present.
Zoning:
O-1 (Outlying District) – This zoning is for property that is established as consisting of land which is considered to be of such remote location or is otherwise situated so that as to require minimal zoning regulations at this time.
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:
- Grazing Permit No. 23370, issued to Thousand Peaks Ranches, Inc. (these lands will be removed from the grazing permit when the property is sold
Cultural Resource Covenant:
A historical and cultural resource survey was conducted on this parcel. No significant sites were identified. The property will be sold without any reservations for cultural or historical resources.
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 property will be conveyed subject to all valid existing rights.
