Your Local Partners in Conservation Since 1972

Your Local Partners in Conservation Since 1972

With expert knowledge, intimate understanding of the needs of the region, and commitment to fair, local governance, we serve people and communities through a range of conservation activities. From partnering with ag producers to improving life for all residents by assuring access to healthy drinking water and recreation areas, the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District provides a vital service in Adams, Butler, Clay, Fillmore, Hamilton, Polk, Saline, Seward, and York Counties.

Recent News

By Terry Julesgard, Water Department Manager, UBBNRD It all started with two questions– “What does the NRD do with the information we gather from producers on the Phase II and III and Water Use...
(York, NE) – Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) hosted this year’s South Central Land Judging Contest on October 1, 2025. The contest brought together nearly 400 students from twenty-two...
The Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District Board of Directors has approved the fiscal year 2026 property tax request following a public hearing held September 18, 2025. The approved request sets...
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Citizens rely on the Upper Big Blue NRD
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Number of trees sold through the NRD in 2024
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Irrigated acres in the district
Upper big blue NRD area map