Gates is an unincorporated

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in Custer County,

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, United States. There is a large community center there, and a half-dozen homes, but no businesses or services.

History

Gates was named in honor of an early settler. A post office was established at Gates in 1884, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1989.

References

Populated places in Custer County, Nebraska Unincorporated communities in Nebraska {{CusterCountyNE-geo-stub