CA-86 Hwy CA-86 Hwy - Southern CA Development Site 178 Acres of Agricultural Land Offered at $4,477,678 CAD in Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Imperial County is transforming into a global leader for green energy, and this property is at the front door of that revolution at the epicentre of California’s Industrial Renaissance. This 178-acre development site offers a rare "mid-point" advantage in the heart of the emerging Lithium Valley. Located at the critical junction of CA-86 and CA-78, 37 miles to Interstate-8, this property serves as a vital link between the global trade of the Mexican border and the heavy industrial power of the north creating the need for more Logistics Services for the Southern Californian supply chain, perfectly balanced between two of the region's most significant economic drivers:
Mesquite Lake Industrial Area (Imperial County)
This is a 5,100-acre designated industrial zone in central Imperial County, located between State Route 86 and State Route 111. It is currently a focal point for large-scale energy and technology infrastructure.
$10 Billion Data Center Project: As of January 2026, a massive one-million-square-foot data center is under development in this area to power artificial intelligence.
Renewable Energy Hub: The zone hosts the Sugar Valley Energy project, which includes a biomass and biofuel facility designed to produce 68 million gallons of ethanol annually and 40 megawatts of electricity.
Logistics: The Green Valley Logistics Center within this plan is marketed as a "shovel-ready" site for agricultural and energy-related industrial use.
Global Gateway of the Americas and the Calexico East Port of Entry is 58 miles South, which manages over $20 billion in annual cross-border trade.
Regional Dominance: Located exactly halfway between Interstate-10 to the north and Interstate-8 to the south, providing seamless access to the San Diego MSA (approx. 100 miles west) and the greater Southwest.
The Imperial Valley Foreign Trade Zone #257 (IVFTZ) Benefits:
The FTZ was created to "expedite and encourage foreign commerce" in the United States for geographical areas, in or adjacent to Customs Ports of Entry. Merchandise of every description may be held in the Zone without being subject to Customs duties and other ad valorem taxes.
Infrastructure Synergy: The Lithium Valley Specific Plan (LVSP) covers over 51,000 acres nearby and is backed by billions in public and private investment for geothermal energy and lithium extraction.
Unrivaled Timing: With Phase 1 of the LVSP already underway as of early 2026, the demand for auxiliary logistics and support services is at an all-time high.
Development at this location benefits from significant regional transit upgrades designed for high-capacity industrial flow and Unmatched Connectivity and Infrastructure.
Major Arterial Access: The site sits at the intersection of CA-86 (the primary NAFTA freight corridor) and CA-78, which serves as the direct link to the coastal markets of San Diego.
Public Investment: Benefit from the $300 million Interstate-8 update and the ongoing Highway 86 Beautification and Infrastructure Project, which are enhancing safety and traffic flow for heavy vehicles in the immediate vicinity.
Growth Ready: Included in the 2024 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), this area is designated for rapid industrial grwth and infrastructure expansion.