2013 Map of Tama

About this map

The adjacent cities of Toledo and Tama anchor this 2013 survey of the central Iowa landscape, separated only by the corridor of Highway 30. The geographic relationship between these two communities is defined by the Iowa River, which flows south of the urban centers. Historically significant infrastructure is evident here, notably the Lincoln Highway Bridge and the Toledo Bridge, which facilitate transport across the regional creek systems. The surrounding countryside is a dense grid of rural routes such as Meskwaki Rd and Co Hwy-E49, supporting an agricultural economy drained by numerous named waterways including Richland Cr and Deer Cr. Aviation history is marked by the presence of both the Toledo Municipal Airport and the smaller Tama Airport, while Cherry Lake provides a distinct hydrological landmark just south of the Tama city limits.