Living in Omaha’s Flood Plain

Omaha has a complicated history with the Missouri River. In the last 170 years, the river has soaked the city over and over, especially in the flood plain known as East Omaha. In this episode, we’re going to explore the neighborhoods, the towns, and the history of the region around Eppley Airfield, from the bluffs to the river and north of Locust Street to the OPPD power plant. Our thanks to our patrons: Tony Rathgeber Don Goodrich Bridget Maryalice Matt Martin Michael Wagner Joseph Tingley Sarah Swanson Wattle and Daub Craftsman Jeff Rockwell Barb Naughtin Lonnie (Hansen) Dunbier Tim Reeder Jenna Smith Dan Hedrick Daniel Ammons Sara Rogers Troy Lewellen Joanne Ferguson Cavanaugh Jay Flaunts His Ignorance Jim Collison And The Great Plains Black History Museum. The North Omaha History podcast is a volunteer effort, but you can help us meet expenses by becoming a patron for as little as $1 a month. Go to https://www.patreon.com/omaha