DURANGO LAND MANAGEMENT

Protect Your Property. Preserve Its Value.

Professional land management for ranches, estates, and large rural properties across La Plata County. From fire mitigation and erosion control to road maintenance and drainage management, LandEx keeps your land performing at its best, year after year.

WHAT WE DO

Land Management Services, Durango, CO

Your property is an investment that demands ongoing care. Mountain terrain, wildfire risk, seasonal weather, and natural erosion all take a toll on roads, drainage systems, and land stability. Professional land management protects that investment and keeps your property safe, accessible, and valuable for the long term.

Fire Mitigation & Defensible Space

Creation and maintenance of defensible space around structures. Dead tree removal, selective clearing, brush reduction, and forestry mulching to reduce wildfire risk and meet Colorado guidelines.

Erosion Control & Slope Stabilization

Assessment and repair of active erosion. Slope stabilization, drainage regrading, silt management, and implementation of best management practices to protect your land from further damage.

Drainage Management

Inspection, clearing, and repair of culverts, swales, and drainage channels. Regrading and new drainage installation to manage seasonal water flow and prevent property damage.

Road & Driveway Maintenance

Seasonal grading, pothole repair, base material replenishment, and drainage improvements for private roads and driveways. Keeping your access routes safe and passable in all conditions.

Vegetation & Weed Management

Ongoing vegetation control, noxious weed management, and selective clearing to maintain sightlines, access, and property aesthetics. Mulching and mowing for larger acreages.

Seasonal Property Care

Spring runoff preparation, summer maintenance, fall fire mitigation, and winter access management. Year-round stewardship tailored to the rhythms of mountain property ownership.

PROPERTIES WE MANAGE

Property Management for Estates, Durango, CO

Land management is most valuable for properties where the scale of the land exceeds what routine landscaping can handle. Our clients own properties where the terrain, acreage, and infrastructure require heavy equipment and specialized knowledge to maintain.

  • +Ranches & Agricultural Properties: Road networks, fence lines, water infrastructure, and grazing land maintenance.
  • +Mountain Estates: Defensible space, drainage systems, private road maintenance, and slope stability for high-value properties.
  • +Multi-Parcel Developments: Common area maintenance, shared road grading, drainage infrastructure, and community fire mitigation.
  • +Equestrian Facilities: Arena maintenance, paddock grading, trail maintenance, and pasture management with proper drainage.

If your property requires more than a mower and a truck, we are the right team for the job.

Land Stewardship Services, Durango, CO

Ongoing land stewardship that protects property value, manages risk, and keeps your land productive. The work that pays for itself over time.

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OUR APPROACH

Land Management Process, Durango, CO

1

Property Assessment

We walk your entire property to evaluate roads, drainage systems, erosion patterns, fire risk, vegetation conditions, and overall land health. We document findings and discuss your priorities.

2

Management Plan Development

Based on the assessment, we create a customized plan covering immediate needs and ongoing maintenance. The plan outlines scope, schedule, and budget for each component.

3

Priority Work Execution

We address urgent items first: active erosion, fire hazards, drainage failures, and access issues. Our crews mobilize equipment matched to the specific work required.

4

Scheduled Maintenance

Ongoing seasonal work on a predictable schedule. Road grading, vegetation management, drainage clearing, and fire mitigation performed at the right time of year for maximum effectiveness.

5

Annual Review & Adjustment

We review your property annually to assess conditions, evaluate the effectiveness of the management plan, and adjust scope based on changing needs or priorities.

Land Management Consultation, Durango, CO

Call us to discuss your property, your concerns, and what a management plan might look like. No obligation.

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SERVICE AREA

Land Management Service Area, Durango, CO

Based in Durango, we provide land management services within a 75-mile radius. Deep familiarity with La Plata County terrain, regulations, and seasonal conditions means your property is in experienced hands.

Durango

Bayfield

Hesperus

Ignacio

Hermosa

Pagosa Springs

Dolores

Mancos

Silverton

Plus La Plata County (OWTS Certified), Archuleta County, Montezuma County, and San Juan County, Colorado.

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QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Land Management FAQ, Durango, CO

What does land management include?+
Land management encompasses ongoing property maintenance, erosion control, drainage management, fire mitigation, vegetation management, road and driveway maintenance, and seasonal property care. We develop customized plans based on your property's specific needs and your goals as an owner.
How is land management different from land clearing?+
Land clearing is a one-time project to remove vegetation and prepare a site. Land management is the ongoing stewardship of your property after initial development. It includes maintaining access roads, managing drainage, controlling erosion, mitigating fire risk, and preserving the condition and value of your land over time.
Do you offer ongoing property maintenance plans?+
Yes. We work with ranch owners, estate property managers, and large rural property owners to create seasonal and annual maintenance plans. These plans cover road grading, drainage clearing, vegetation management, fire mitigation, and erosion control on a scheduled basis.
What fire mitigation services do you provide?+
We provide defensible space creation, dead tree removal, selective clearing, brush reduction, and forestry mulching to reduce wildfire risk. Our fire mitigation work follows Colorado State Forest Service guidelines and La Plata County recommendations.
Can you help with erosion problems on my property?+
Yes. We assess erosion patterns, install drainage solutions, stabilize slopes, and implement best management practices to stop active erosion and prevent future damage. Mountain properties in La Plata County are especially susceptible, and early intervention saves significant cost.
What areas do you serve?+
We serve Durango, Bayfield, Hesperus, Ignacio, Hermosa, Pagosa Springs, Dolores, Mancos, and Silverton. We cover a 75-mile radius from our Durango base across southwest Colorado.
What types of properties benefit from land management?+
Large rural properties, ranches, mountain estates, equestrian facilities, and multi-parcel developments benefit most from professional land management. Any property over a few acres with roads, drainage infrastructure, or fire mitigation needs will see value from ongoing stewardship.
How do I get started with a land management plan?+
Contact us at 970-946-6905 or request a consultation online. We will walk your property, discuss your goals and concerns, and develop a management plan tailored to your property and budget.

READY TO GET TO WORK?

970-946-6905 or request a consultation online.

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