Deuel County

Deuel County is an administrative county in western Nebraska crossed by Interstate 80, which connects several small towns across the region. The area consists mostly of farmland and rural settlements.

The county was established in 1889 and named after Harry Porter Deuel, a Union Pacific Railroad superintendent during Nebraska's territorial period. This railroad connection shaped the area's early development.

German heritage shapes the local traditions and family stories that remain visible in the community today. Many residents keep these roots alive in their everyday lives.

The Deuel County Courthouse in Chappell is the main location for administrative services like property records and official permits. Visiting during regular business hours works best for accessing county services.

This area focuses almost exclusively on farming and ranching, with the vast majority of land dedicated to agricultural use. This farming concentration is defining for the landscape and local economy.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1889

Capital city: Chappell

Shares border with: Garden County, Sedgwick County, Keith County, Cheyenne County, Perkins County

Website: http://co.deuel.ne.us

GPS coordinates: 41.11000,-102.33000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:46