2018 Map of Modale

About this map

Blair and Modale anchor this Missouri River landscape, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Iowa-Nebraska border. The river's historical path is traced through several distinct water bodies and oxbow-related features, such as the California Cutoff, De Soto Lake, and De Soto Cutoff. These features reveal the shifting nature of the river channel over time, creating a mosaic of wetlands and agricultural lands. North of Blair, the Blair Cem and the industrial layout along Industrial Park Dr provide points of interest for genealogists and local historians. The map also captures the intricate drainage system necessary for this floodplain, including the Modale Ditch, Youngs Ditch, and Cameron Ditch. Smaller reservoirs like Jensen Reservoir and Wrich Reservoir dot the southwestern corner, further emphasizing the importance of water management in this riverine environment.