Cass County Map, Nebraska
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Cass County, Nebraska
Cass County is located in the eastern part of Nebraska, just south of Omaha. It’s named after Lewis Cass, a 19th-century statesman. Iowa is directly to the east, separated by the Missouri River.
Plattsmouth is the county seat, which sits right where the Platte River meets the Missouri. The landscape here is a mix of rolling hills and river valleys. Farming is big business here.
There’s a growing commuter population heading to Omaha for work. The county’s got some interesting history, including several sites on the National Register of Historic Places. Platte River State Park is a popular spot for hiking and fishing.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Cass County |
| County Seat | Plattsmouth |
| Population | Approximately 26,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Plattsmouth, Louisville, Weeping Water, Eagle, Greenwood, Elmwood, Murray, Nehawka |
| Interstates and Highways | I-80, US 34, US 75, NE 66 |
| FIPS Code | 31-025 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 566 square miles (Land: 557 sq mi, Water: 9 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Sarpy County (North), Mills County, Iowa (Northeast), Fremont County, Iowa (Southeast), Otoe County (South), Lancaster County (West), Saunders County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Nebraska |
| Coordinates | 40.9250° N, 95.9454° W |
| Etymology | Named after Lewis Cass |
| Major Landmarks | Schramm Park State Recreation Area, Platte River State Park, Louisville State Recreation Area |
| Website | Cass County Website |
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