OUR MISSION
South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) was established in 1972. The district is made up of three counties, Deuel, Kimball and Cheyenne county. The mission of the SPNRD is to formulate and instigate forward-looking plans and programs. All projects are completed through a cooperative process that provides long-term protection and enhancement of the district's natural resources while ensuring that major economic and social impacts are fully considered.
CONTACT US: 308-254-2377
Announcements
Upcoming Meetings:
Board Meeting
Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 - 5:00 p.m.
SPNRD Conference Room, 551 Parkland Drive in Sidney, NE
SPNRD WATER LEVELS
HOME OF OLIVER RESERVOIR
Oliver Reservoir is located 8 miles west of Kimball on Hwy 30. Kimball, NE 69145 and is managed by South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD). Phone # is (308) 254-2377. Camping at Oliver Reservoir is March 1 through October 31 (weather permitting)
48 campsites with fire pits and overflow camping with no fire pits are available . Overnight camping is free, but all donations are used for park upkeep.Please visit Nebraska Beach Watch for weekly Lake Health Alerts. Oliver Reservoir is one of the lakes sampled weekly May - September.
Oliver Dam Stilling Basin Replacement Project has begun. The project completion date is projected for October 1, 2025.
Ne RAIN
Volunteer to collect and report rainfall for your area. Find more about Ne Rain at the button below.
Contact our office @ (308) 254-2377
FORESTRY
SPNRD offers several Forestry programs. Those include the Conservation Tree Program and Community Forestry Program. Please click the button below to view more information on these programs. You will also find proper tree care and tree types for dry climates here.
Western Water Use Management Models
Here you will find all important documents for the Western Water Use Management Models.