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Leading Conservation, Together
The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) is comprised of a six county area of southeastern Nebraska, including nearly one million acres and 350,000 residents.
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Board Meetings
Held at the LPSNRD offices at 5:30pm every third Wednesday of the month.
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Trails & Conservation Corridors
Completed trail projects, consisting of nearly 50 miles, include the Mopac East, Oak Creek, and Homestead recreational trails.​

Protecting Our Natural Resources For Future Generations

All about your Natural Resource District

Protecting Our Natural Resources For Future Generations

The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District operates and maintains 200 flood control dams, 13 miles of levees, approximately 12 miles of urban stream channels, 50 miles of trails, 9 wildlife management areas, 11 public wetlands, and monitors ground water quantity and quality.

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Subdistrict Service Area Map

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Sub-District #1

Subdistrict Directors: Gary Hellerich, Don Jacobson

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #2

Subdistrict Directors: Dave Hibler, Mark Spangler

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #3

Subdistrict Directors: Melissa Baker, Ken Vogel

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #4

Subdistrict Directors: Gary Aldridge, Larry Ruth

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #5

Subdistrict Directors: John Yoakum, Suzanne Mealer

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #6

Subdistrict Directors: Anthony Schutz, Deborah Eagan

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #7

Subdistrict Directors: Chuck Hassebrook, Luke Peterson

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #8

Subdistrict Directors: Christine Lamberty, Tom Green

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #9

Subdistrict Directors: Lisa Lewis, Bob Andersen

At-Large: David Landis

Sub-District #10

Subdistrict Directors: Stephanie Matejka, Susan Seacrest

At-Large: David Landis

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The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District is sharing upcoming deadlines for producers participating in the Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act, commonly known as NiRIA. The program provides...
The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) has officially begun the installation of telemetry capabilities on its existing transducer network in select ground water monitoring wells...
The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) recently joined a multi-agency effort to release more than 160 Salt Creek Tiger Beetle larvae into local saline wetlands—part of an ongoing...

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Any Questions?
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Your questions answered
Whether you’re a landowner, educator, or outdoor enthusiast, we’re here to help. Explore the answers to our most frequently asked questions.
What is the Lower Platte South NRD, and what do you do?

We are a local government agency focused on protecting natural resources in southeast Nebraska. Our work includes flood mitigation, water quality and quantity protection, soil conservation, recreation, wildlife habitat, and environmental education.

How is the NRD funded?

Funding comes primarily from a property tax levy, along with state and federal grants and program cost-share.

How is the NRD governed?

LPSNRD is governed by a locally elected board of 21 directors who make decisions on projects, programs, and budgets.