Niobrara, Nebraska 作者：  来源：  发布时间：2021-05-24

I.Population and Area

₋Area

 Land: 1.89 km2 (0.73 sq mi)

₋Population (2016)

 Total: 338

 Density: 179.17/km2 (464.29/sq mi)

II.Natural Geography

Niobrara View

₋Niobrara, Nebraska is a small, progressive town, located in the far northeastern corner of Nebraska at the confluence of the Niobrara and Missouri rivers. It is headquarters of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and home of Niobrara State Park. Native Americans gave the town its name, which means "running water".

₋Niobrara is one of the oldest towns in the state and is located directly on the Lewis & Clark Trail, is on the Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway and on the stretch federally designated as a recreational and scenic river. Niobrara is also known as one of the newest towns in the state because it was relocated twice due to the encroaching waters of the Missouri river, most recently in the mid 70s.

₋Agriculture and tourism are the backbone of the business community here. Niobrara has beautiful scenery and many, many assets including hunting, fishing, golfing and boating. Another plus are Niobrara's schools, whose teachers and students have recently both been recognized by the state for outstanding efforts in testing and assessments..

₋Niobrara is fortunate enough to have two museums and other recreation and attractions that reflect the history of our community.  Check out our picture show of Niobrara

₋In 2017, Niobrara, NE had a population of 317 people with a median age of 49.6 and a median household income of $30,156. Between 2016 and 2017 the population of Niobrara, NE declined from 328 to 317, a -3.35% decrease and its median household income declined from $30,556 to $30,156, a -1.31% decrease.

₋The 5 largest ethnic groups in Niobrara, NE are White (Non-Hispanic) (73.5%), American Indian & Alaska Native (Non-Hispanic) (16.4%), Two or More Races (Non-Hispanic) (6.62%), Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander (Non-Hispanic) (3.47%), and White (Hispanic) (0%). N/A% of the people in Niobrara, NE speak a non-English language, and 99.1% are U.S. citizens.

₋The median property value in Niobrara, NE is $69,100, and the homeownership rate is 63.9%. Most people in Niobrara, NE commute by Drove Alone, and the average commute time is 17.8 minutes. The average car ownership in Niobrara, NE is 2 cars per household.

-Website: http://www.niobrarane.com/about.html

III.ECONOMY

₋The GDP in Cascade Country was $4.2 billion, an increase of $288,802,000. The country’s real GDP for 2018 was $3.7 billion, an increase of 3.8%.

₋Household in Great Falls, MT have a median annual income of $44,725, which is less than the median annual income of $61,937 across the entire United States. This is in comparison to a median income of $43,497 in 2016, which represents a 2.82% annual growth.

₋Median household income in Niobrara, NE is $30,156. Males in Niobrara, NE have an average income that is 1.37 times higher than the average income of females, which is $42,865. The income inequality in Niobrara, NE (measured using the Gini index) is 0.446, which is lower than than the national average.

₋Website: https://datausa.io/profile/geo/niobrara-ne

IV.Industrial Characteristics

-The most common employment sectors for those who live in Niobrara, NE, are Retail Trade (25 people), Educational Services (24 people), and Accommodation & Food Services (16 people). This chart shows the share breakdown of the primary industries for residents of Niobrara, NE, though some of these residents may live in Niobrara, NE and work somewhere else. Census data is tagged to a residential address, not a work address.

-The most common industries in Niobrara, NE, by number of employees, are Retail Trade (25 people), Educational Services (24 people), and Accommodation & Food Services (16 people).

-Compared to other places, Niobrara, NE has an unusually high number of Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation (4.16 times higher than expected), Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting (3.87 times), and Public Administration (1.96 times) industries.

-Website: https://datausa.io/profile/geo/niobrara-ne

V.Attractions

1.Niobrara State Park

₋Situated at the confluence of the Niobrara and Missouri rivers on Nebraska’s northeastern border, Niobrara State Park offers visitors a wide array of outdoor experiences. This scenic, tranquil park offers cabins, both primitive and RV camping, picnicking, swimming, boat ramps, horseback trails, hiking, fishing and wildlife watching opportunities. During the summer months, the park hosts its famous buffalo cookouts.

₋Attractions

 The J.Alan Cramer Interpretive Center

 Group facilities

 Swimming

 Buffalo cookouts

 Wildlife watching

 Horseback rides

₋Address:

 89261 522 Ave., Niobrra, NE 68760-6087

₋Tel: 402-857-3373

₋Website: http://outdoornebraska.gov/niobrara/

2.Kreycik Elk & Buffalo Tours

-Nestled down in the rolling hills along the scenic Niobrara River Valley near Niobrara, Nebraska is one of the most beautiful picturesque views you'll see. Here is the home to Kreycik Elk & Buffalo Ranch covered wagon tours owned by Chris and the late Kenard Kreycik, Steve & Allison Kreycik.

-We invite you to travel along with us in our unique tractor pulled covered wagons as we share with you how we raise our elk and buffalo. As we ride thru the hilly pastures the elk and buffalo are invited to come and get their ear corn treats that you will be hand feeding them from inside the covered wagons! But watch out for Boomer, our long-horn steer who lives with the buffalo, as he happily gallops right to the front of the line of the buffalo not wanting to take a chance on missing out on any treats. In the spring see the bull elk in their velvet stage and in the fall come listen for their awesome bugle mating sounds.

-Address: 88971 517 Ave., Niobrara, NE 68760-6016

-TEL: 402-857-3750

-Cell: 402-841-2754

-Email:  kreycikelkranch@yahoo.com

3.Niobrara Campground & Beach Adventures

₋The Campground is on a setting on a hill with a beautiful view and awesome sunsets overlooking the Verdigre and Niobrara Valleys.  Camping at Niobrara Adventures Campground gives you free access to our Private Verdigre Creek/River and Beach area.

₋The Niobrara River is a pristine unspoiled ever changing River.   A great way to enjoy the river is to float or navigate the river in our rentals. We offer kayaks, single tube, and four person tube rentals. This part of the Verdigre Creek/Niobrara River is part of the Missouri National Recreational River. This adventure includes approximately 4.5 miles of River.  The first half mile is on the Verdigre Creek and the next 4 miles in on the Niobrara River.     

₋Rates

 Nightly: $30

 Weekly: $150 (Cannot be Saturday – Friday)

 Monthly: $325

₋Address: 1700 River Drive North, Great Falls, Montana 59403

₋TEL: 402-857-3835

₋Website: http://niobraraadventures.com/campground-adventures.html

VI.History

-Niobrara was founded in 1856, when a group of men headed by a Dr. Benneville Yeakel Shelly marked their claim to an area on the banks of the Missouri River. There, a fort was built to protect the early settlers from Indian attacks. The settlement took its name from the Niobrara River.

-They built a log garrison of cottonwood, which later became known as "Old Cabin". The company, founded by Shelly and others, was called L'eau Qui Court Company. This Company failed, and the Niobrara Township Company was organized. The new town was eventually called "Niobrara", an Omaha word for "running water". On June 29, 1857, a steam sawmill was brought to Niobrara from St. Louis by the steamer "Omaha" and was immediately put into operation sawing lumber for the building of the new town. In spite of early hardships, the new town continued to grow, and the 1881 population was reported to be about 500. Just as the Missouri River was responsible for the original settlement of Niobrara, it was also responsible for the first move. In March 1881, the spring thaw produced one of the largest Missouri River floods on record. After the danger of flooding, Mother Nature and the mighty Missouri again invaded Niobrara in April 1952, and much of the town and the surrounding area was flooded. This record flow came shortly before the completion of the Missouri River dams, citizens were relieved that flooding along the Missouri would be a thing of the past and life could continue at a more or less routine pace. A big event of the 1950s was the Centennial Celebration of June 16–17, 1956. There were many events leading up to the two day celebration which was attended by an estimated 20,000 people. Later, in the 1950s and in the 1960s, it became apparent that the mighty Missouri would, again, influence Niobrara history. Silt from the Niobrara River, which began to accumulate in the river bed, raised the ground water level in Niobrara and the surrounding area. Many basements became flooded, requiring constant pumping and it was apparent that the problem would continue to intensify. By 1969, community officials began to look for solutions. The US Army Corps of having seemingly passed, on March 28, 1881, an ice gorge broke and Niobrara residents were greeted by a surge of muddy water. The water continued to overflow until most of the town was covered, forcing people and animals alike to seek the safety of higher ground. Fortunately, no lives were lost but this disastrous flood influenced the citizens of Niobrara to pick up and move to a new town site west and south of the old site. The town grew and flourished at the new location providing most of the goods and services required by a rural Nebraska community of that era. Noteworthy events of the era included the first school house in 1886, the first waterworks system which was supplied by an artesian well completed in 1892, the construction of an electric light plant in 1899 and the coming of the railroad in 1902. 1902 also marked the moving of the county seat from Niobrara to a new central location in the newly formed town of Center.Through most of Niobrara's history, ferry boats have provided an important transportation link with South Dakota. The first ferry boat began operation in about 1860 and was operated by horses walking on a treadmill.1910 marked the grand opening of the Niobrara Island Park. The land on which the park was built was given to the village for a park in 1881 by the U.S. Department of the Interior. The village operated the park until approximately 1930 when it was given to the State of Nebraska and was added to the Nebraska Park System. Engineers became involved and eventually suggested three solutions. These included abandonment of the town, an elaborate dike and pumping system, or relocation to a new site. Niobrara citizens accepted the challenge of, once again, moving Niobrara and the site selection process followed. Funds were appropriated by Congress to pay a sizable portion of the cost of the move. Site preparation began in September 1973 and was completed in April 1974. Next came the water, sewer, storm sewer, paving, water wells and water storage tank. The sale of residential lots followed in the summer of 1974 and residential construction moved forward at a fast pace. By the end of 1977, the move was nearly completed. The 1980 census showed 420 and 213 homes in Niobrara. 1981 marked the 112th anniversary of the original settlement and was celebrated with a historical pageant, parade and other activities. Through volunteer efforts, a nine-hole grass greens golf course was completed on the old town site. The Niobrara State Park was relocated, suffering the same fate as the old town. Niobrara's history can best be summarized as being destined by the mighty Missouri on whose banks it was founded and from whose reach it has continuously tried to escape.

VII.Other Information

-Notable people

Anton Krupicka: Ultrarunner

James Tufts: acting governor of Montana Territory

VIII.Contact Information

₋Village Clerk / Treasurer: Esther Nielsen

 TEL: 402-857-3565

 Email: niocc@gpcom.net

₋Village Maintenance: Bruce Stark

 TEL: 402-857-3565

₋Address: 25414 Park Avenue Ste. 1, P.O. Box 227