North Platte, County seat in Lincoln County, Nebraska
North Platte stands at the intersection of the North and South Platte Rivers, forming a central transportation point in western Nebraska with Interstate 80 access points.
The Union Pacific Railroad established North Platte as its western terminus in 1866, marking a crucial development point for railway expansion across the United States.
The annual Nebraskaland Days celebration in June brings together 100,000 visitors for rodeos, parades, concerts, and the Miss Nebraska pageant competitions.
The North Platte Regional Airport connects residents to major destinations, while the Bailey Yard, the largest rail classification facility, processes thousands of rail cars daily.
During World War II, the North Platte Canteen served meals and refreshments to seven million service members passing through on troop trains.
Location: Lincoln County
Elevation above the sea: 854 m
Website: https://ci.north-platte.ne.us
GPS coordinates: 41.13591,-100.77050
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22
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