Infrastructure and Rehab
Although the property has a well and water tank, the well pump is currently not functioning. The well lifting mechanism has been replaced and gas generator added for power. Future improvements would be fixing broken pipes and adding a second large water tank for storage.
The roads are very narrow and will currently not support permitted buildings to provide shelter to livestock, humans, or equipment. We are working with architect Carl Welty, who specialized in passive solar building, to develop site plans that will allow us to house people and animals onsite and promote our educational programs.
A gasoline tank from the 1970’s needs to be removed with priority to avoid any potential toxic contamination.
Vegetative dams, earthworks, and swales could improve water capture on the property.
Clean up projects include the riparian stream areas; the seasonal pond; and the olive grove.
Would you like to help us make these improvements? Do you have expertise or equipment to lend or donate? Please visit our Take Action page to help!
