Max, Nebraska

Max, Nebraska
census-designated place
Max, Nebraska

Location within the state of Nebraska

Coordinates: 40°06′50″N 101°24′10″W / 40.11389°N 101.40278°WCoordinates: 40°06′50″N 101°24′10″W / 40.11389°N 101.40278°W
Country United States
State Nebraska
County Dundy
Elevation 2,900 ft (900 m)
Population (2010)
  Total 57
Time zone Central (CST) (UTC-6)
  Summer (DST) CDT (UTC-5)
GNIS feature ID 831092

Max is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Dundy County, Nebraska, United States. Its elevation is 2,900 feet (884 m).[1] Its population as of 2010 is 57.[2]

History

The first settlement at Max was made in 1880.[3] The community named itself in honor of the postmaster, Max Monivisin.[4]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Max, Nebraska
  2. http://www.usa.com/max-ne-population-and-races.htm
  3. Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. (1960). Nebraska Place-Names. University of Nebraska Press. p. 58. A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
  4. Exploring Nebraska Highways: Trip Trivia. Exploring America's Highway. 2007. p. 164. ISBN 978-0-9744358-7-9.