Martin, Nebraska facts for kids
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Martin, Nebraska
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 Martin, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
Martin, Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Keith |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Land | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,350 ft (1,020 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 76 |
| • Density | 211.70/sq mi (81.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
69144
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| FIPS code | 31-30905 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583890 |
Martin is a small place in Keith County, Nebraska, United States. It's called a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the government counts as a community for statistics, even though it doesn't have its own local government like a city.
In 2020, about 76 people lived in Martin. It's known for Martin Bay, which is a very popular spot for fun activities on Lake McConaughy.
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History of Martin
Martin began to grow when the Union Pacific Railroad was built through this area. The railroad helped connect places and brought more people to settle here.
Martin's Location and Landscape
Martin is located in the northern part of Keith County. It sits right on the north side of Lake McConaughy. This lake is a large body of water formed by the North Platte River, and Martin is just north of Kingsley Dam, which controls the lake's water.
Getting Around Martin
The community is at a crossroads where two main roads meet: Nebraska Highway 61 and Nebraska Highway 92.
- Highway 61 goes south about 12 miles to Ogallala, Nebraska, which is the main town and county seat of Keith County. If you go north on Highway 61, you'll reach Arthur, Nebraska, about 28 miles away.
- Highway 92 goes west along the north side of Lake McConaughy for about 25 miles, leading to Lewellen, Nebraska.
Size of Martin
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the area of Martin is about 0.93 square kilometers (or 0.36 square miles). All of this area is land, with no water within its official boundaries.
People Living in Martin
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| 2020 | 76 | — | |
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The number of people living in Martin has changed over time. In 2010, there were 92 people. By 2020, the population was 76. This information comes from the official U.S. government counts of people, called the Decennial Census.
See also
In Spanish: Martin (Nebraska) para niños
