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Lower City Reservoir

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Lower City Reservoir, Iowa

Lower City Reservoir real estate is a tight inventory market for lake homes and land in Iowa.

There are typically very few lake homes for sale on Lower City Reservoir, and very few lots and land listings available.

This lake is one of the many smaller Iowa lakes and has 1 mile of shoreline. The closest major airport, Des Moines International Airport, is 86 miles away.

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About Lower City Reservoir

Appanoose County, Iowa

Lower City Reservoir is located in Centerville, a small town in South-Central Iowa. The lake is just minutes from eateries, markets, shops, schools, and parks.

Des Moines is less than 100 miles north of Centerville. The city is rich with businesses and nightlife and also houses major establishments like the Des Moines International Airport and Des Moines General Hospital.

Tranquil Waters

Lower City Reservoir and Upper City Reservoir are the beautiful lakes of Bradley Park. The park trails, fishing docks, and picnic areas allow everyone to enjoy their beauty.

It is a great place for an afternoon of fishing or walking the dog. Nature watchers will be impressed with the populations of birds and geese.

Rathbun Lake

For even more lake fun, travel just 10 miles north to Rathbun Lake. It features 11,000 acres of water for boating, water skiing, fishing, tubing, swimming, and more.

It is the largest warm-water fish hatchery in the state, holding healthy populations of largemouth bass, crappie, walleye, and channel catfish.

Island View Park and Honey Creek State Park offer water access, nature trails, restrooms, and parking.

Fun in Des Moines

Des Moines is home to attractions like Blank Park Zoo, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Jasper Winery.

Call This Lake Home

Lower City Reservoir is a great place for a family home, rental, or seasonal escape. With Lake Rathbun nearby, the recreational opportunities are endless.

Lake Overview

  • 1mi. of Shoreline
  • 9ft. Avg. Depth
  • 19ft. Deepest Depth
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    32

Information

  • Counties: Appanoose County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass
  • Landmarks: Lelah Bradley Park, Appanoose Historical Coal Mining Museum, Sharon Bluffs State Park, Historic Mural

Amenities

Marinas
(641) 724-3212
County Road J5T
Moravia, IA 52571
Golf Courses
Appanoose Country Club
(641) 856-2222
1998 Country Club Rd
Centerville, IA 52544
(641) 856-8165
24256 Hwy 5 South
Centerville, IA 52544
Campgrounds
Rathbun Camping Area
(641) 647-2464
N 2nd St
Mystic, IA 52574

Nearby

Hospitals
(641) 437-4111
1 Old Hwy 5
Centerville, IA 52544
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
86 miles away
Unionville Municipal Airport
Wild Flower Dr, Unionville, MO 63565
17 miles away