Lohrville, a historic railroad town in southern Calhoun County, was founded in 1881. Once a bustling transportation hub, the community has maintained its strong sense of community, focusing on quality of life improvements such as expanded walking and biking trails.
In 1881 Lohrville became the first town platted in Union Township, located in the southern tier of Calhoun County. While another town, Eads, was established in the area in 1882, it did not prosper and was vacated within a few years.
Named after Jacob and Mary Lohr family, Lohrville became a major railroad hub with three rail lines. Lohrville became one of the first in the county to consolidate its one-room country schools around 1920. While Lohrville’s population peaked in the 1930-1940 era, the town’s spirit remains strong. Community members continue to improve the town’s walking/biking trail network, as Lohrville embraces the motto “Better, Not Bigger.”
Content written by Darcy Maulsby, Lake City, author of the history book "Calhoun County" | darcymaulsby.com
605 2nd St. · P.O. Box 257
Lohrville, IA 51453
Phone: (712) 465-2595
Fax: (712) 465-5051
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