Port Sites & Facilities
The planning for the Port of Garfield consists of 86 acres of land at the Snake River, 36 acres at the west end of Pomeroy within the city limits, and the United States Forest Service administration facility, also located in the city at the west end of town. The purpose and intention of the Port of Garfield is to develop these lands to the greatest extent possible and orient planning toward the economic improvement of the county.
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DSP (former Dye Seed Plant site)
A 21,460-square-foot brick building that houses Palouse Fiber Packaging, Inland Cellular and Port of Garfield administrative office.
A newer 4,800-square-foot speculative facility, occupied on one side by county transit and the other by an electric and construction company.
10-unit mini-storage facility
The DSP compound includes a diverse mix of industrial, commercial, recreational, and development-ready assets.
Size: 33 acres
Location: Inside the city limits of Pomeroy on the west end of town. The site is accessed via Port Way, which connects directly to Highway 12. The property is zoned for industrial use by the City of Pomeroy.
Utilities: The site is fully equipped with essential infrastructure, including city water with 6-inch mains and installed fire hydrants, gravity sewer service, and underground or overhead electrical service as needed.
Acquisition: The property was purchased by the Port of Garfield in 1986 from Dye Seed Ranch of Pomeroy. Originally developed for the Green Giant Cannery, the site has since been repurposed to support broader economic goals.
Purpose: This land was acquired for industrial and tourism development to help diversify the economy of Garfield County. It remains the county’s only major industrial development property.
Use and Occupancy: The eastern eight acres have been developed into three community ball fields, while the remaining 25 acres include existing commercial and industrial facilities, along with additional land available for future development.
Present Tenants: Current occupants include Palouse Fiber Packaging, Inland Cellular, the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, Garfield County Transit Authority, Chris’s Professional Electric and Construction, the City of Pomeroy, the Port of Garfield Administrative Office, and other businesses and organizations.
Other assets on the DSP site include...
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A 9,525-square-foot metal shop connected to the brick facility's west end, used for equipment storage
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A 15,600-square-foot metal building on the east end of the brick facility.
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Approximately 3 acres of flat, undeveloped land on the east side with on-site water, sewer and electrical service
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An additional 4.8 acres of flat, undeveloped land with nearby utility access
A larger 11-unit storage building
Three community fall fields - the Shepherd Fields - leased to City of Pomeroy
A 3,200-square-foot shop leased by the United States Forest Service
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Central Ferry
Size: 85.63 acres
Location: Located on the south bank of the Snake River along the west side of Highway 127 near the Central Ferry Bridge, this property includes more than 1,000 feet of frontage on State Route 127.
Water and Sewer: The site is serviced by an on-site well and septic system.
Acquisition: The property was purchased in October 1969 from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Purpose: This riverfront property was originally acquired to support grain barging operations and improve agricultural transportation to market.
Use and Occupancy: Pomeroy Grain Growers currently leases 3.5 developed acres for its grain elevator facilities, along with exclusive use of the dock and dolphin structures. A public boat ramp and vault toilet are located west of the leased area, providing public access to the Snake River.
Present Tenant: Pomeroy Grain Growers
Challenges and Constraints: Aside from the 3.5 developed acres, much of the remaining property consists of steep hillside terrain, which significantly limits future development opportunities.
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Pataha Creek RV Park
Size: 3.25 acres
Location: Situated two blocks south of State Route 12 within the city limits of Pomeroy on the west end of town, this property lies north of the DSP industrial site and is zoned for industrial use by the City of Pomeroy.
Water and Sewer: The property is served by city water with 8-inch mains, access to the main sewer interceptor, and underground or overhead electrical service as needed.
Acquisition: The land was purchased by the Port in 1979 from Ed Stanfill.
Purpose: Previously used as a mobile home park, the property was acquired for industrial development and recreational purposes.
Use and Occupancy: The Port currently owns and operates a 20-unit recreational RV park, featuring full hookups, along with two restroom/shower facilities and an on-site laundry room
Challenges and Constraints: The property is currently located within the federal floodplain, which limits certain development opportunities. Efforts to remap the federal floodplain are underway.
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U.S. Forest Service
Size: 10,000 square feet situated on 3.5 acres
Location: Located on State Route 12 west of Pomeroy within city limits
Water and Sewer: Utilities are provided by the City of Pomeroy.
Acquisition: The property was purchased in 1985 from the McGreevy Estate.
Purpose: This site was acquired specifically for the construction of an administrative facility for the Pomeroy Ranger District.
Use and Occupancy: The original 5,000-square-foot facility was completed in October 1986. Due to expanding Forest Service operations, an additional 5,000 square feet was added in 1993, bringing the total building size to 10,000 square feet. The facility has been leased by the U.S. Forest Service under long-term agreements, initially for ten years, followed by renewable five-year increments.
Challenges and Considerations: The facility has been considered for potential surplus disposition. If sold to a private entity, the property would return to the tax rolls, while sale proceeds could further support the Port of Garfield’s economic development initiatives.
