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Lima Ohio Map

Explore Lima, Ohio, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Lima, Ohio

How to Use This Lima, Ohio Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lima, Ohio. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Ohio or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Lima.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Lima
State	Ohio (OH)
County	Allen County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.740679
Longitude	-84.112091
Population	35,579
Density	1008.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	45775, 45801
Area Code	937, 234, 330
County Seat	Lima
School District	Lima City School District

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About Lima, Ohio

Lima is a locality in Allen County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 35,579. The population density is 1008.8 people per km². Lima is located at 40.7407°N, 84.1121°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Lima is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 45775, 45801.

Lima occupies a vast, flat stretch of the Midwestern interior, where the horizon remains wide and unobstructed, inviting the sky to dominate the daily visual experience. It lies 26.5 miles east-southeast of Van Wert, OH (from Van Wert, OH: bearing 109°T), and is situated 4.2 miles north-northeast of Fort Shawnee. The Ottawa River meanders through the landscape, serving as a quiet, perennial witness to the changing seasons that sweep across the open plains. Only three miles away, the Ferguson Reservoir provides a still, reflective expanse of water that anchors the surrounding terrain. As the sun dips toward the horizon, the light catches the low-lying prairie grasses and the modest, sturdy architecture of Town Square Park, illuminating the subtle textures of a region defined by its expansive, grounded scale.

Lima traces its origins to the early nineteenth century, emerging from the dense woodlands and fertile soil that once characterized this part of the state. The settlement grew as a necessary crossroads, expanding alongside the development of regional transport routes that allowed for the movement of goods and people across the interior. Over time, the character of Lima solidified around a work ethic forged in the construction of canals and the subsequent arrival of the railroads. This historical trajectory left a distinct mark on the layout of the streets, which follow a grid reflecting the pragmatic, industrious spirit of the pioneers who first recognized the potential of the land.

Lima maintains a diverse economic base, long defined by its role in the energy sector and manufacturing, which remain vital to its infrastructure. Higher education plays a significant role in the intellectual life of the area, as evidenced by the presence of institutions like the Ohio State University at Lima and Rhodes State College, which provide a steady stream of technical and professional expertise. These schools serve as modern centers of development, fostering a workforce that balances traditional industry with emerging professional opportunities. The steady hum of commerce persists here, supported by a network of roads and rail lines that continue to connect Lima to the broader currents of the national economy.

Lima fosters a community spirit centered on local traditions, with Town Square Park serving as a primary gathering point for seasonal festivals and public assembly. While the town does not host major professional sports franchises, residents maintain a deep interest in regional collegiate athletics, which often dictate the social rhythm of the weekends. The cultural identity of the area is further shaped by the legacy of notable figures such as the singer Phyllis Diller, whose career began in the Midwest, and the artist Josef Albers, who spent time influencing the creative landscape of the region. Life in Lima moves at a deliberate pace, colored by the steady presence of the Ottawa River and the enduring, quiet beauty of the inland plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Collett Street Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 0.5 mi, 197° S
Faurot Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 228° SW
Schoonover Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 055° NE
Nickel Plate 779 (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 097° E
Lost Creek Country Club (Park) — 2.0 mi, 103° E
Bird Bath (Public Artwork) — 2.3 mi, 104° E
Regal Cinemas 12 (Cinema) — 2.3 mi, 266° W
Shawnee Country Club (Park) — 2.6 mi, 233° SW
Ottawa Riverwalk Phase III (Local Recreation) — 2.8 mi, 064° NE
Allen County Fairgrounds (Local Recreation) — 2.9 mi, 107° E
Pickrell Property Acquisition (Local Conservation Area) — 3.3 mi, 201° S
White Feather's Town (Monument) — 11.0 mi, 225° SW
St. Anthony's Cemetery marker (Monument) — 12.5 mi, 009° N
Riverside Art Center (Gallery) — 12.5 mi, 200° S
Christ on the Cross (Monument) — 12.5 mi, 009° N
Old Quarry Pump house (Historic Ruins) — 13.6 mi, 019° N
Elzay Gallery of Art (Gallery) — 15.1 mi, 083° E
Shannon Theater (Cinema) — 15.6 mi, 047° NE
Lock Number 14 (Historic Ruins) — 16.6 mi, 234° SW
Indian Lake State Park (State Park) — 18.8 mi, 145° SE
Grand Lake St Marys State Park (State Park) — 21.0 mi, 229° SW
New Bremen Historical Museum (Museum) — 25.2 mi, 214° SW
Bicycle Museum of America (Museum) — 25.3 mi, 214° SW
Wolf Creek Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 30.3 mi, 110° E
Findlay Art League (Arts Centre) — 31.6 mi, 049° NE
Fisher/Wall Gallery (Gallery) — 31.7 mi, 049° NE
Shortest Street in America (Attraction) — 31.9 mi, 145° SE
Russell E. Wilke Auditorium (Theatre) — 32.3 mi, 074° E

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