Flats, Nebraska facts for kids
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Flats, Nebraska
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Nebraska |
| County | McPherson |
Flats is what we call a ghost town in McPherson County, Nebraska. A ghost town is a place where most or all people have moved away. This leaves behind empty buildings and a quiet landscape. The U.S. government's Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) still lists Flats as a "populated place." However, it is no longer an active town with many residents.
A Look Back at Flats
Flats was once a small community in Nebraska. It got its name from an early farm nearby. This farm was known as Lombard Flats. Many towns in the past were named after local landmarks or important people.
The Post Office in Flats
A post office is a very important part of any community. It helps people send and receive letters and packages. A post office was opened in Flats in 1919. This meant that people living in Flats could easily connect with others. They could also get their mail without traveling far.
The post office in Flats stayed open for many years. It served the community until 1972. When a post office closes, it often means that fewer people live in the area. It can also mean that the town is shrinking. The closing of the post office was a sign that Flats was becoming a ghost town.
