Grainton, Nebraska facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grainton, Nebraska
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Hansen Avenue in Grainton, July 2017
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 Grainton, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Perkins |
| Elevation | 3,297 ft (1,005 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
69169
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| FIPS code | 31-19525 |
| GNIS feature ID | 829619 |
Grainton is a small place in Perkins County, Nebraska, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's governed by the larger county it's part of.
History
Grainton has a simple but interesting history. It was once a busier spot, especially because of its connection to the railroad.
The Post Office
A post office was opened in Grainton in 1918. A post office is a place where you can send and receive mail, buy stamps, and sometimes even handle money. Having a post office was very important for a community like Grainton. It helped people stay connected and made it easier to do business. The Grainton post office served the community for many years. It finally closed its doors in 1981.
Grain Shipping Point
Grainton was also an important "shipping point" for grain. This means that farmers from the surrounding areas would bring their harvested grain, like corn or wheat, to Grainton. From there, the grain would be loaded onto railroad cars. The trains would then carry the grain to other places, often to larger cities or ports. This made Grainton a vital part of the local farming economy. It helped farmers sell their crops and get them to markets far away.
Location and Geography
Grainton is located in the western part of Nebraska. It sits in Perkins County, which is known for its wide-open spaces and agricultural land. The area around Grainton is mostly flat, which is typical for much of Nebraska. The elevation of Grainton is about 3,297 feet (or 1,005 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up compared to places closer to the coast.
