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USDA Geographic Eligibility Statistics for Iowa Postal Zip Code 51510
3.3% of Iowa is ineligible for rural development USDA home loans.
Postal code 51510 is used by homes and businesses in and around Carter Lake, Iowa, and covers 5.1 square kilometers. About 5.0 square kilometers of this postal code falls within a USDA exclusion zone. By percentage, about 99.4% of zip code area 51510 is ineligible for rural development USDA home loans.
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Interested in some fun facts and history about Carter Lake, IA?
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1. Carter Lake
Carter Lake is actually an artificial lake that was formed in 1877 by a flood on the Missouri River. The lake was later named after a Nebraska politician, Z.N. Carter, who was instrumental in securing funding for the dredging of the lake.
2. Geography
The town of Carter Lake is unique in that it is entirely surrounded by the city of Omaha, Nebraska, but it is part of Iowa. This unusual situation is due to a boundary dispute between Iowa and Nebraska that was not resolved until the 1980s.
3. Size and Population
Carter Lake is a small town of just over 3,000 residents. It covers an area of 3.8 square miles, which includes the lake itself.
4. Amenities
Carter Lake is home to a few small businesses, including restaurants, bars, and convenience stores. It is also the site of the Omaha Eppley Airfield, which serves as the primary airport for the Omaha metropolitan area.
5. Recreation
The lake itself is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water activities. Carter Lake also has a public park that features a playground, basketball court, and picnic area.
6. History
Carter Lake has a rich history that dates back to the days of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The lake was once an important gathering place for various Native American tribes, and was later used as a staging area for the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad. Today, the town is a testament to the resilience of the people who live there, who have persevered through floods, fires, and other challenges to build a vibrant community.
Iowa Contact InformationFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Iowa
State Office
210 Walnut Street, Room 873
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
ph: 515-284-4663
fax: 855-251-2243
