Wapello County's entertainment options and outdoor activities make it an ideal place to live. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, museums to explore, live shows, and more. Major industries employing in the county include food and beverage processing, automotive supply chains, machinery manufacturing, and warehouses and distribution.
Top Attractions
Bridge View Performing Arts Center
Premiere venue for events, receptions, meetings, concerts, and more.
102 Church St
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Parks, Greenspace, and Trails
Home to 690 acres of parks and greenspace and 19 miles of trails.
Beach Ottumwa
Four-season aquatic center and water park.
101 Church St
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Disc Golf Courses
Home of the Ottumwa Fall Classic competition.
American Gothic House and Welcome Center
The inspiration for Grant Wood's American Gothic.
300 American Gothic St
Eldon, Iowa 52554
Award-Winning Dining
Fine and casual dining options representing 7 ethnicities.
Major Employers
JBS
600 S Iowa Ave
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
John Deere Ottumwa Works
928 E Vine St
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Keurig/Dr. Pepper
14955 Truman St
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
C&C Manufacturing
15075 Aljon Ave
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Norris Asphalt
14242 Terminal Ave
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Plastipak Packaging
2906 Oak Meadow Dr
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Cargill
1 Cargill Drive
Eddyville, Iowa 52553
Ajinomoto USA (Food Nutrition)
1 Ajinomoto Dr
Eddyville, Iowa 52553
Winbco Tank
1200 E Main St
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Ajinomoto Heartland (Animal Nutrition)
1 Heartland Dr.
Eddyville, Iowa 52553
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School Districts
Cardinal
4045 Ashland Rd
Eldon, Iowa 52554
Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont
222 Walnut St
Eddyville, Iowa 52553
Ottumwa
1112 N. Van Buren
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
