Monona County Map, Iowa
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Monona County, Iowa
Monona County is located in western Iowa. It’s home to the unique Loess Hills and the town of Onawa. Known for the widest main street in the U.S., Onawa is a quirky and quiet place.
The Loess Hills Scenic Byway has memorable views, and Lewis and Clark State Park provides outdoor fun. But in the end, it’s still a rural area where farming dominates.
Interstate 29 runs through, connecting it to Sioux City and Omaha. The Onawa Historical Museum tells the story of the region’s past. Monona County is full of natural beauty and history. A stop here is worth your time.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Monona County |
| County Seat | Onawa |
| Population | 8,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Onawa, Mapleton, Turin, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 175, Iowa Highway 31, Iowa Highway 37 |
| FIPS Code | 19-133 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 695 square miles (land: 693 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Woodbury County (North), Crawford County (East), Harrison County (South), Burt County, Nebraska (Southwest), Thurston County, Nebraska (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 42.04°N, 95.78°W |
| Etymology | Named after the Monona River, which is named from a Native American word meaning “beautiful.” |
| Major Landmarks | Loess Hills Scenic Byway, Monona County Historical Museum, and Onawa’s historic downtown |
| Website | Monona County Website |
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