Martin, Nebraska


Martin is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Keith County, Nebraska, United States. As of the 2010 [United States Census|2010 census] it had a population of 92. Martin Bay is one of the most popular recreation areas on Lake McConaughy.

History

Martin got its start following construction of the Union [Pacific Railroad] through the territory.

Geography

Martin is in north-central Keith County, on the northern side of Lake McConaughy just north of Kingsley Dam, the lake's outlet. The lake is an impoundment on the North [Platte River].
The community sits at the intersection of Nebraska Highways Nebraska [Highway 61|61] and 92. Highway 61 leads south to Ogallala, the Keith county seat, and north to Arthur, while Highway 92 leads west along the north side of Lake McConaughy to Lewellen.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Martin CDP has an area of, all land.