Area Code 308: Comprehensive Guide to Nebraska's Telephone Code
Area code 308 is a telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) for western Nebraska, established on July 1, 1954.
Overview of Area Code 308
Area code 308 serves the western region of Nebraska, encompassing a variety of geographic locations and communities. This area code has been a vital part of Nebraska's telecommunications since its inception.
Technical Specifications
- NPA Code: 308
- Type: Single
- Implementation Date: July 1, 1954
- State: Nebraska
Geographic Coverage
Area code 308 covers a diverse range of geographic areas in western Nebraska.
Map and Major Cities
Numbering and Utilization
- Total Numbers Available: Data not specified
- Utilization Rate: Data not specified
- Exhaust Projection: Area code 308 is expected to remain unchanged until at least 2050.
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Major Carriers and Services
Regulatory Framework
- Regulatory Body: North American Numbering Plan Administration (NANPA)
- Dialing Requirements: Standard 10-digit dialing for local calls
- NANPA Regulations: Area code 308 adheres to the standard regulations set by NANPA, including number allocation and management.
Historical Context
- July 1, 1954: Area code 308 was created by splitting the numbering plan area 402 along a roughly S-shaped boundary line from the western half of the Nebraska–South Dakota border to the approximate center of the Nebraska–Kansas border.
Conclusion
Area code 308 is an essential component of Nebraska's telecommunications network, serving a sparsely populated region with a stable number supply projected to last until at least 2050. Managed under the regulatory framework of NANPA, it ensures efficient number allocation and service provision.
For more detailed information, visit the official NANPA website.