2013 Map of Loring

About this map

The S Skunk River dominates the drainage of this central Iowa landscape, winding through a corridor marked by numerous remnants of its former path. These segments, labeled as Old Channel, suggest a history of natural meandering and human intervention to manage the floodplain. This engineering effort is further evidenced by significant drainage projects such as Ditch Number 11 and Ditch Number 38, which channel water through the agricultural grid. Small rural settlements like Loring and Oldfield sit along the rectilinear road network, reflecting the traditional township organization of Story County. Near the eastern edge, Farrar Airport provides a modern aviation landmark amidst the creeks and fields. The map also captures the paths of Indian Creek and Calamus Cr as they contribute to the regional watershed, illustrating the persistent relationship between the local geography and the managed waterways of the early twenty-first century.