2013 Map of Oakland

About this map

Oakland sits on the eastern bank of the W Nishnabotna River, serving as a central hub for this portion of Pottawattamie County. The river corridor defines the local topography, with several smaller tributaries like Slocum Cr, Minimum Cr, and Mud Cr carving paths through the agricultural land. This survey captures the layout of the town's residential streets, including Walnut St, Main St, and Oakland Ave, which connect the community to the surrounding farmland. Beyond the town limits, the landscape is organized by a precise grid of county roads such as Lombardy Rd and Juniper Rd. The inclusion of small-scale aviation sites like Ridge Airport and Volkens Field Airport indicates the importance of private flight in this rural Iowa setting, providing unique landmarks for local history researchers and genealogists tracing family properties.