2018 Map of Loveland

About this map

The Missouri River carves a complex course through the borderlands of Iowa and Nebraska, defining a landscape of shifting oxbows and river islands. Notable hydrological features include Lower Calhoun Bend, Boyer Bend, and Boyer Chute, which reflect the dynamic nature of the river corridor before it reaches the northern outskirts of Omaha. On the Nebraska side, the terrain rises into the loess hills, where features like Pooh Bear Hill and the Shipley Cem overlook the valley. Small settlements such as Nashville and Ascot sit along the transport corridors, while Loveland is situated near the intersection of the river and major highway routes. The area is also marked by local aviation and recreation, including Heaton Airport and the Meadowlark Trail, illustrating how the floodplains have been adapted for modern utility while preserving pockets of historic rural identity.