2015 Map of Ottumwa

About this map

Ottumwa serves as the focal point of this rural prairie landscape in Haakon County, anchored by its proximity to Ottumwa Lake. The settlement is defined by a grid of section-line roads, including Ottumwa Rd and the east-west 11 Mile Rd, which facilitate transit across the open terrain. The drainage patterns of the region are dominated by several seasonal waterways, most notably Mule Cr and Mitchell Cr, which wind through the land and influence the placement of early infrastructure like Ottumwa School Rd. The map illustrates a classic Great Plains land management pattern, with large townships such as t3n r23e and t2n r24e clearly delineated. This 2015 survey reflects a modern view of a sparsely populated area that has maintained its agricultural character and local place names over several generations.