Platte County, Administrative county in Nebraska, US.
Platte County is an administrative county in eastern Nebraska with Columbus as its county seat. The area consists of several smaller communities and is governed by a county board that oversees public services.
The county was established in 1855 as part of Nebraska's territorial development and organization. Its founding was connected to westward expansion and the need for structured governance in the region.
The county administration maintains connections with local communities through regular public meetings and municipal programs at the Columbus courthouse.
Columbus is the administrative center and the best place for visitors to find county services and information. The county courthouse and public offices are located there, providing details about local matters.
The territory encompasses ten incorporated communities, including Columbus, Humphrey, and Lindsay, each contributing to the county's administrative framework.
Location: Nebraska
Inception: 1855
Capital city: Columbus
Shares border with: Madison County, Polk County, Merrick County, Nance County, Boone County, Stanton County, Colfax County, Butler County
Website: https://plattecounty.net
GPS coordinates: 41.57000,-97.53000
Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:53
Saint Leonard Catholic Church
29.2 km
Christ the King Priory
40.2 km
First United Presbyterian Church
29.3 km
Oak Ballroom
41.8 km
Columbus Izaak Walton League Lodge
22.5 km
Moses Merrill Baptist Camp
43.9 km
Zion Presbyterian Church
41.2 km
Chauncey S. Taylor House
47.6 km
Clarkson Opera House
38 km
Clear Creek Bridge
26.3 km
Monroe Congregational Church and New Hope Cemetery
10.6 km
Frederick L. and L. Frederick Gottschalk Houses
21.3 km
St. Michael's Catholic Church
5.6 km
Polk County Courthouse
43.4 km
Colfax County Courthouse
41.9 km
Schuyler Carnegie Library
41.7 km
Gov. John Hopwood Mickey House
44.6 km
Schuyler City Hall
41.6 km
Platte County Courthouse
21.1 km
Evangelical United Brethren Church
43.3 km
Dr. Carroll D. and Lorena R. North Evans House
21.4 km
Walter and Ruby Behlen House
20.7 km
Humphrey City Hall
13.9 km
Albert and Lina Stenger House
23.6 km
H.E. Snyder House
20.9 km
John Janecek House
42.3 km
Columbus Theater
21.2 km
Columbus Loup River Bridge
21.8 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
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