PARTICIPANT SECTION DEUEL COUNTY

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1 PARTICIPANT SECTION DEUEL COUNTY South Platte Natural Resources District Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

2 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section INTRODUCTION The 2017 South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is an update to the plan that was adopted by the SPNRD in June This HMP includes two primary sections: the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Participant (i.e. County, Municipal, and School District) Sections. Participant Sections include similar information to what is provided in the Regional Section, but rather is specific information for Deuel County, including the following elements: Participation Location/Geography Climate Transportation Demographics Future Development Trends Parcel Improvements and Valuations Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Historical Hazard Events Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Governance Capability Assessment Plan Integration Mitigation Actions Local Planning Team Table DEU.1 provides the list of participating members that comprised the Deuel County local planning team. Members of the planning team attended Round 1 and Round 2 meetings and provided important information including, but not limited to: confirming demographic information, critical facilities, hazard history and impacts, identifying hazards of greatest concern for the district, and prioritization of mitigation actions that address the hazards at risk to the district. Table DEU.1: The Deuel County Local Planning Team Name Title Department / Organization Jerome Radke Commissioner Deuel County Steven Fischer Commissioner Deuel County Bill Klingman Commissioner Deuel County Scott DeCoste Sheriff Deuel County LOCATION AND GEOGRAPHY Deuel County is located in western Nebraska and is bordered by Cheyenne, Garden and Keith Counties in Nebraska and Sedgwick County in Colorado. The total area of Deuel County is 441 square miles. The major waterway within the County is Lodgepole Creek. The County is not heavily forested, nor is it located in a geographic area of the state prone to landslides. Most of Deuel County lies in the plains topographic region, with the vast majority of the County s land characterized by agricultural fields or rangeland. 2 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

3 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Figure DEU.1: Deuel County Map South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

4 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section CLIMATE For Deuel County, the normal high temperature for the month of July is 85.6 degrees. The normal low temperature for the month of January is 14.3 degrees. On average, Deuel County receives inches of rain and 26.5 inches of snowfall per year. The following table compares these climate indicators with those of the entire state. Climate data are helpful in determining if certain events are more or less likely to occur in specific geographic areas. Table DEU.2: Climate Data for Deuel County Age Deuel County Planning Area State of Nebraska July rmal High Temp 85.6 F 87.6 F 88.0 F January rmal Low Temp 14.3 F 14.3 F 12.0 F Annual rmal Precipitation inches 17.6 inches 30.3 inches Annual rmal Snowfall 26.5 inches 28.1 inches 25.9 inches Source: NCDC Climate Data Online, Climate rmals *Precipitation includes all rain and melted snow and ice. TRANSPORTATION Deuel County s major transportation corridors include US Highway 30, which runs east/west through the County. US-30 accommodates approximately 505 vehicles per day, 50 of which are heavy commercial vehicles. County Road 27 runs north/south through the County, and accommodates approximately 425 vehicles per day, 45 of which are heavy commercial vehicles. Finally, Interstate 80 runs east/west through the center of the County and accommodates approximately 6,977 vehicles per day, 4,410 of which are heavy commercial vehicles. Deuel County has a number of air landing strips dispersed throughout the County. Finally, the Union Pacific Railroad runs east/west through the center of the County. DEMOGRAPHICS The following figure displays the historical population trend from 1930 to This figure indicates that the population of Deuel County has been declining since South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

5 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Figure DEU.2: Population ,500 4,000 3,500 3,992 3,580 3,330 3,125 3,000 2,500 2,000 2,717 2,462 2,237 2,098 1,941 1,951 1,500 1, ACS Source: U.S. Census Bureau The following table indicates that Deuel County has a lower percentage of people under the age of 5 than the state of Nebraska. As a whole, the median age in Deuel County is more than 10 years older than that of the state s average. For a more elaborate discussion of this vulnerability, please see Section Four: Risk Assessment. Table DEU.3: Population by Age Age Deuel County State of Nebraska <5 4.0% 7.2% % 79.2% > % 13.6% Median Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010, Table DP-1 The following table shows Deuel County has a similar higher per capita income to the state, and has a lower median home value and a slightly lower median rent value compared to the state. These economic indicators are relevant to hazard mitigation because they indicate the County s relative economic strength compared to the state as a whole. Table DEU.4: Housing and Income Deuel County State of Nebraska Median Household Income $58,621 $51,672 Per Capita Income $28,163 $26,899 Median Home Value $67,100 $128,000 Median Rent $629 $706 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Surveys 5-year Estimates, Table DP03 and DP04 According to ACS 5-year estimates, the County has 1,026 housing units with 81.9 percent of those units occupied. There are approximately 72 mobile homes in the County and 56.2 percent of the County s housing was built before Housing age can serve as an indicator of risk as structures built prior to state building codes may be at greater risk. Finally, residents that live in mobile homes may be more vulnerable to the impacts of high winds, tornadoes, and severe winter storms. South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

6 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Figure DEU.3: Housing Units by Year Built Table DEU.5: Housing Units Jurisdiction Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Surveys 5-year Estimates, Table DP04 Total Housing Units Occupied Housing Units Occupied Vacant Owner Renter Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Deuel County % % % % Nebraska 725, % 74, % 486, % 239, % Source: Selected Housing Characteristics: ACS 5-year estimate Major Employers According to 2014 Census Data, Deuel County had 62 business establishments. The following table presents the number establishments, number of paid employees, and the annual pay role in thousands of dollars. This information is relevant to hazard mitigation insofar as it indicates the diversification of industry. Communities which have a diverse economic makeup may be more resilient following a hazardous event, especially if certain industries are more impacted than others. Table DEU.6: Business in Deuel County Total Businesses Number of Paid Employees Annual Payroll (in thousands) Total for All Sectors $8,424 Source: U.S Census 2014, Table CB1200A11 Agriculture is also important to the economic fabric of Deuel County. Deuel County s 237 farms cover 276,729 acres of land. Crop and livestock production are the visible parts of the agricultural economy, but many related businesses contribute as well by producing, processing and marketing farm and food products. These businesses generate income, employment and economic activity throughout the region. 6 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

7 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Table DEU.7: Deuel County s Agricultural Inventory Deuel County Agricultural Inventory Number of Farms 237 Land in Farms 276,729 acres Source: USDA 2012 Census of Agriculture FUTURE DEVELOPMENT TRENDS Presently, no plans exist to develop other areas of the County, outside of municipal areas. STRUCTURAL INVENTORY AND VALUATION The planning team requested GIS parcel data from the County Assessor. This data allowed the planning team to analyze the location, number, and value of property improvements at the parcel level. The data did not contain the number of structures on each parcel. A summary of the results of this analysis is provided in the following table. Table DEU.8: Structural Inventory/Parcel Improvements Number of Parcels Total Improvement Value Mean Value of Improvements Per Parcel Number of Parcels with Floodplain area* Value of Improvements with Floodplain area* 2,238 $52,566,355 $23, $8,721,985 *HAZUS-MH 3.1 generated floodplain Source: Deuel County Assessor CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE/KEY RESOURCES Chemical Storage Fixed Sites According to the Tier II System reports submitted to the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality, there are a total of six hazardous chemical storage sites in Deuel County. One fixed site is located within the HAZUS-MH generated 1% annual flood risk area. Table DEU.9: Chemical Storage Fixed Sites Facility Address Community Located In Floodplain (Y/N) Ag Valley Co-op n Stock 106 Pine St Big Springs AT&T Communications 5090 County Road 2 Big Springs AT&T Microwave Tower Road 14 Chappell CenturyLink 310 Pine St Big Springs Frenchman Valley Farmers Co-op Road 14 Chappell McClung Aerial Spraying Inc 625 Road 207 Big Springs Source: Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

8 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Historic Sites According to the National Register of Historic Places for Nebraska, there are 5 historic sites located in Deuel County. ne of these places are located within the HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area. Table DEU.10: National Historic Registry Site Name Date Listed Located In Floodplain (Y/N)* Deuel County Courthouse 1/10/1990 Menter Farmstead 12/7/2011 Phelps Hotel 10/15/1970 Sudman, Fred and Minnie Meyer, House 12/6/1990 Waterman, Wallace W., Sod House 2/17/1995 *HAZUS-MH generated floodplain Source: Nebraska State Historical Society Critical Facilities Each participating jurisdiction identified critical facilities vital for disaster response, providing shelter to the public, and essential for returning the jurisdiction s functions to normal during and after a disaster. Critical facilities were identified during the original planning process and updated by the local planning team as a part of this plan update. The following table and figure provide a summary of the critical facilities for the jurisdiction. Deuel County s critical facility is located in the County s incorporated communities. Table DEU.11: List of Critical Facilities in Deuel CF Number Name Located in Floodplain (Y/N) 1 Berean Lutheran Church 8 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

9 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Figure DEU.4: Critical Facilities South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

10 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES The property damages from the NCDC Storm Events Database should be only considered as broad estimates. Sources include, but are not limited to: emergency management, local law enforcement, skywarn spotters, NWS damage surveys, newspaper clipping services, insurance industry, and the general public. Hazard narratives provided by the NCDC are included after Table DEU.12 for significant events. Table DEU.12: Deuel County Historical Occurrences HAZARD TYPE Count Property Loss 1 Crop Loss 2 Agricultural Disease 4 *Animal Disease 0 $0 $0 Plant Disease 17 $0 $734,348 *Chemical Spills (Transportation) 0 $0 $0 Flooding Drought 4 21 $50,000 $15,465,663 Extreme Heat 4 68 $0 $2,441,261 Flash Flood 1 3 $25,000 Flood 1 1 injury 4 $2,000 $7,897 Grass/Wildfires $78,546 $48,755 High Winds 4 Average: 47 kts Range: 35 kts.-64 kts. 1 injury 33 $30,000 $1,356,386 Thunderstorm Wind 1 Average: 56.3 kts Range: 50 kts-91 kts 50 $122,700 $0 *Severe Thunderstorms Hail 1 Average: 1.19 Range: $475,000 $10,553,058 Heavy Rain 1 1 $0 $635,246 Lightning 1 0 $0 $0 Blizzard 1 6 $0 *Severe Winter Storms 4 1 Data from NCDC (1996 to 2015) 2 Data from USDA RMA (2000 to 2015) 3 Data from NFS (2000 to 2014) 4 Data is only available at county level *Denotes hazards of top concern Heavy Snow 1 1 $0 Ice Storm 1 0 $0 Severe Winter Storm 1 26 $0 Tornado 1 Most Common Rating: Range: 2 deaths 2 injuries $3,066, $90,000 $0 Total $873,246 $34,308, South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

11 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section June 10, 2004 (Tornado)- Two Directly Related Injuries Shortly after the tornado touched down 10 miles ESE of Chappell, it hit a farmstead near the intersection of Highway 27 and Interstate 80. Three old, unanchored trailer homes were picked up and moved, with two of them completely destroyed. A metal shed was tossed 40 yards and numerous trees were destroyed or uprooted. As the tornado crossed Interstate 80, it overturned a vehicle that was pulling a U-Haul trailer. Two children in the automobile were taken to an area hospital, treated for minor injuries and released. The tornado width increased to 1/8 of a mile as it moved northeast of the Interstate. Approximately 8 miles WNW of Big Springs, a center pivot irrigation system was overturned, power poles were broken and a couple of old outbuildings lost their roofs. Baseball size hail also fell on the west side of the storm damaging two law enforcement vehicles about 12 miles west of Big Springs. vember 11, 2006 (High Winds)- One Indirectly Related Injury: Severe wind gusts in excess of 60 mph caused blowing dust and reduced visibilities on Interstate 80. This contributed to an accident reported 10 miles east of Chappell causing the closure of Interstate 80 at mile marker 96. The accident involved three semi- trucks with one person treated and released with an injury. The Interstate was closed from 6:30 pm CST to 9:30 pm CST. September 9, 2013 (Flood)- One Directly Related Injury: Flooding occurred along the South Platte River from September 18th through September 26th as water from the historic rains in Colorado moved through the river system. Cropland and pastureland along the river was flooded. Near Big Springs, two businesses sustained minor flood damage, while two truck stops and a motel were closed and evacuated for 48 hours. Road closures included U.S. Highway 138 and Nebraska Link 25B between Interstate 80 and the city of Big Springs. With roads leading into Big Springs being closed, the South Platte Public School was closed on Thursday, September 19th. Two men were rescued from Lodgepole Creek near Big Springs as they were canoeing and capsized. One of the individuals sustained minor injuries. COUNTY HAZARD PRIORITIZATION For more information regarding these area wide hazards, please see Section Four: Risk Assessment. The following discussion provides county specific information as reported by the County Planning Team hazards that are of greatest concerns for Deuel County. Only hazards identified either as a concern to the County by the local planning team or based on the occurrence and risk of the hazard to the county are discussed in detail below. Animal/Plant Disease Deuel County identified animal and plant disease as a top concern. Agriculture comprises the majority of Deuel County s economy, and the local planning team indicated that an agricultural disease outbreak would be detrimental to the County economy. The most common crops in the area are corn, wheat, soybeans, sunflower, and popcorn. To mitigate lasting impacts as a result of animal and plant disease, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers public education classes regarding disease and animal health. Also, agricultural producers are encouraged to purchase insurance to defer risk of loss. Chemical Spill- Transportation Deuel County identified chemical spills as a top concern. While the County has never experienced a significant chemical spill, Deuel County has a number of major transportation corridors (both road and rail) which transport a number of unknown chemicals. According to the local planning team, the unknown nature of many of these chemicals contributes to this concern. South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

12 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section In the case of a significant chemical spill event, after local resources are exhausted, the nearest Hazardous Incident Team is housed in rth Platte, nearly an hour and a half away. This substantial distance, may exacerbate damages, compared to an area with closer chemical response resources. Grass/Wildfire Deuel County identified grass/wildfire as a top concern. Deuel County indicated that grass/wildfires had occurred throughout the County in the past. The local planning team noted that due to the common high winds in the County, wildfires have the capability to spread very quickly. The local planning team is most concerned about July-vember, which tends to be the driest time of year, and when the most vegetation is available for combustion. Water scarcity can be an issue in certain parts of the County. Very few of the wells in the surrounding area are outfitted with adapters for fire trucks. Severe Thunderstorm The local planning team identified severe thunderstorms as a top concern. The Deuel County planning team noted that the most common concerns for the County include hail damaging crops, and flooding due to small culverts. To prevent lasting impacts as a result of severe thunderstorms, the County budgets monies annually to repair culverts as needed. Severe Winter Storms The local planning team identified severe winter storms as a top concern. The Deuel County planning team indicated that being so close to a major transportation corridor (Interstate 80) can present unique demands during a severe winter storm, especially when the interstate has been closed. Often, I-80 either closes at Big Springs (20 miles east) or Sidney (25 miles west). During severe winter storms, power outages are common, according to the local planning team, 5-6 power outages annually are considered normal. Most of these power outages do not last for a full 24 hours. The worst power outage in recent history lasted seven full days and occurred in the 1990 s. To prevent lasting impact as a result of severe winter storms, the County has invested in a generator for the city of Chappell s facility. Many residents have purchased their own portable generators to protect themselves from future power outages. Tornadoes The local planning team identified tornadoes as a top concern. The local planning team indicated that tornadoes were a regular part of life in the planning area. According to the NCDC, Deuel County experienced 11 tornadoes since January The planning team noted that a pumping station for Black Hills Energy was destroyed previously due to tornado damage. For County employees, a vault in the court house has been designated as a storm shelter area. Most County residents have cellars or basements, which offer protection in the case of a high wind or tornado event. While the planning team noted that no mobile home parks exist in the County, there are a number of campgrounds without designated shelter areas. Individuals in these areas would be highly vulnerable in the case of a tornado event. 12 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

13 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Flooding The local planning team indicated that flooding is common. This hazard is especially common during the spring while precipitation levels are high and rivers are running high due to a melting snowpack from the winter. The most recent significant flooding event occurred in the spring of Flooding was so significant in parts of the area near Big Springs that the railroad tracks needed to be sandbagged to keep floodwaters away. Figure DEU.5: Deuel County FIRM Panel Dam Failure There are two dams in Deuel County. Neither have been identified as high hazard dams. Table DEU.13: Dams in Deuel County Number of Minimal Significant Low Hazard High Hazard Dams Hazard Hazard Deuel County Planning Area Source: NDNR South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

14 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Figure DEU.6: Dams within Deuel County 14 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

15 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section GOVERNANCE A county s governance structure impacts its capability to implement mitigation actions. Deuel County is governed by a 3 member Board of Commissioners. The County also has the following offices and departments: Assessor Attorney Clerk Highway Superintendent Sheriff Surveyor Treasurer Veteran s Service Officer Weed Superintendent CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT The capability assessment consisted of two main components: a Capability Assessment Survey completed by the jurisdiction and a review of local existing policies, regulations, plans, and programs. The survey is used to gather information regarding the jurisdiction s planning and regulatory capability; administrative and technical capability; fiscal capability; and educational and outreach capability. Table DEU.14: Capability Assessment Survey Components/Subcomponents Existing (/) Planning and Regulatory Capability Administrative and Technical Capability Fiscal Capability Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Plan Economic Development Plan Floodplain Management Plan Storm Water Management Plan Zoning Ordinance Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance Floodplain Ordinance Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance Floodplain Ordinance Building Codes National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Planning Commission Floodplain Administration GIS Capabilities Chief Building Official Civil Engineering Local Staff Who Can Assess Community s Vulnerability to Hazards Grant Manager Mutual Aid Agreement Capital Improvement Plan/ 1 &6 Year Plan Applied for grants in the past Awarded a grant in the past South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

16 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Survey Components/Subcomponents Existing (/) Authority to Levy Taxes for Specific Purposes such as Mitigation Projects Gas/Electric Service Fees Storm Water Service Fees Water/Sewer Service Fees Development Impact Fees General Obligation Revenue or Special Tax Bonds Local citizen groups or non-profit organizations focused on environmental protection, emergency preparedness, access and functional needs populations, etc. Ex. CERT Teams, Red Cross, etc. Education Ongoing public education or information program (e.g.: and responsible water use, fire safety, household preparedness, Outreach environmental education) Capability Natural Disaster or Safety related school programs StormReady Certification FireWise Communities Certification Tree City USA With the resources listed previously, the planning team ranked their own financial resources as limited for implementing mitigation projects. The planning team did note that the County has moderate staffing and support to implement mitigation projects, yet finances and time tend to be the biggest constraints. PLAN INTEGRATION The plans listed in the preceding table were analyzed using guidance from FEMA s 2014 Plan Integration Guide. The following paragraph presents a summary of the findings of this analysis. Deuel County has a variety of planning mechanisms which assist the County in expanding at a safe rate. The County has a Comprehensive Plan, an Emergency Operations Plan, subdivision regulations, and a Zoning Ordinance. The Comprehensive Plan does discuss natural hazards, emphasizes safe growth, development away from known hazard areas, and identifies areas which may need emergency shelters. Deuel County also has an Emergency Operations Plan which does contain mitigation goals and objectives. This document contributes to overall resilience for the County, by establishing roles and responsibilities for a variety of natural hazards. Future updates are expected to continue to incorporate goals and objectives from the Hazard Mitigation Plan. As stated previously the County does budget annually for maintenance actives that reduce the potential for storm induced damages. For example, the County has an annual budget for roadway maintenance and storm system maintenance and improvements. Like all jurisdictions, there are limited funds. Thus, most years resources are spent on maintaining existing infrastructure rather than improving or upgrading. Finally, Deuel County also has a subdivision regulation which was updated in December of The regulation limits development within the floodplain, as well as areas adjacent to the floodplain. Further, to allow for flexibility for developers, the subdivision regulations do allow for density transfers to avoid building in known natural hazard areas. This update includes goals and objectives consistent with the hazard mitigation plan, as this is a strategy for responsible floodplain management. At this time, the County does not have a schedule for planning update nor is there a strategy in place to further incorporate the hazard mitigation plan into other planning mechanisms. 16 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

17 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section MITIGATION STRATEGY COMPLETED MITIGATION ACTIONS Backup Generators Provide backup power for the nursing home, communications towers, and Deuel County Courthouse Hazard(s) Addressed Tornadoes, High Winds, Severe Winter Storms, Severe Thunderstorms Funding County Funded Status Complete Lead Agency Deuel County Commissioners Location Nursing Home, Communication Tower, Deuel County Courthouse Hazard(s) Addressed Funding Status Lead Agency Location Hazard(s) Addressed Funding Status Lead Agency Stabilize/Anchor Fertilizer, Fuel and Propane Tanks and Secure At-Risk Development Anchor fuel tanks at local co-op, consistent with OSHA requirements Tornadoes and High Winds Coop Complete Frenchman Valley Co-op Co-op locations Alert/Warning Systems Improve city cable TV interrupt warning system and implement telephone interrupt system such as Reverse 911 Tornadoes, High Winds, Severe Winter Storms, Severe Thunderstorms Local Funding Complete Deuel County Commissioners Hazard(s) Addressed Funding Status Lead Agency Weather Radios Install weather radios at the Deuel County Courthouse All Hazards Local Funds Complete Deuel County Commissioners ONGOING AND NEW MITIGATION ACTIONS Safe Rooms Construct a fully supplied safe room at Creekside RV Campground and other locations as deemed necessary or advantageous Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.3 Hazard(s) Addressed Tornado, High Winds Estimated Cost $200-$300/sq ft stand alone, $150-$200 addition/retrofit Funding Private Funding, HMGP, PDM Status Ongoing Timeline 1 year Priority High Lead Agency Creekside RV Park South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

18 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Stormwater System and Drainage Improvements Improve or replace culverts as they age or fail drainage culverts facilitate the flow of water safely below roadways and convey runoff; culverts and drainage ditches will be repaired as needed and this is a regular expense Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.1 Hazard(s) Addressed Flooding Estimated Cost $10,000-$100,000 Funding Local funding Status Ongoing, annual expense Timeline Ongoing Priority Medium Lead Agency Deuel County Commissioners Regulation Enforcement and Updates Continue to enforce local floodplain regulations for structures located in the 100-year floodplain; strict enforcement of the type of development and elevations of structures should be considered through issuance of building permits by any community or County; continue education of building inspectors or Certified Floodplain Managers; encourage building regulations for storm-resistance structures Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.3 Hazard(s) Addressed Flooding Estimated Cost $4,000+ Funding Permit fees Status Ongoing Timeline Ongoing Priority Low Lead Agency Floodplain Manager, Highway Superintendent Floodplain Management Continue or improve floodplain management practices such as adoption and enforcement of floodplain management requirements (regulation of construction in significant flood hazard areas), floodplain identification and mapping (local requests for map updates), description of community assistance and monitoring activities, explanation for failure to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program, Community Rating System (CRS), and participation in Federal Emergency Management Agency s Cooperating Technical Partners Program (CTP) to increase local involvement in the flood mapping process Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.3 Hazard(s) Addressed Flooding Estimated Cost N/A Funding General Funds Status Ongoing Timeline 5+ years Priority High Lead Agency Floodplain Manager, Highway Superintendent 18 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

19 Section Seven: Deuel County Participant Section Public Awareness and Education Outreach projects, distribution of maps and environmental education increase public awareness of natural hazards to both public and private property owners, renters, businesses, and local officials about hazards and ways to protect people and property from these hazards; conduct an annual storm spotter training; share information via the County Facebook page, as well as information regarding animal and plant disease through the UNL extension Goal/Objective Goal 3, Objective 3.1 Hazard(s) Addressed All Hazards Estimated Cost $500 Funding Annual budget Status Ongoing Timeline Ongoing Priority Medium Lead Agency Deuel County Commissioners, Region 21 Emergency Manager REMOVED MITIGATION ACTIONS Stream Bank Stabilization/Grade Control Structures/Channel Improvements Stream bank/bed degradation can occur along many rivers and creeks. Stabilization improvements including rock rip rap, vegetative cover, j-hooks, boulder vanes, etc. can be implemented to reestablish the channel banks. Grade control structures including sheet-pile weirs, rock weirs, ponds, road dams, etc. can be implemented and improved to maintain the channel bed. Channel stabilization can protect structures, increase conveyance and provide flooding benefits. Flood protection for critical and/or highly vulnerable facilities, areas, populations, and infrastructure is key. Reason for Removal longer relevant. projects identified at this time Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Windbreaks/Living Snow Fence Installation of windbreaks to increase water storage capacity in soil. Responsibility of private land owners; the NRD provides some cost share to property owners. Drought Monitoring Plan and Procedures Develop and implement a plan/program to monitor the effects of drought. Water is controlled and monitored by the NRD/DNR FireWise Community Work to become a FireWise Community/ USA participant through the Nebraska Forest Service and US Forest Service in order to educate homeowners, community leaders, planners, developers, and others in the effort to protect people, property, and natural resources from the risk of wildland fire. The Firewise Communities approach emphasizes community responsibility for planning in the design of a safe community as well as effective emergency response, and individual responsibility for safer home construction and design, landscaping, and maintenance. t appropriate for the county Maintain Good Standing in the NFIP Maintain good standing with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) including floodplain management practices/requirements and regulation enforcements and updates. This action is no longer considered a mitigation action as it is an existing capability South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

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21 PARTICIPANT SECTION VILLAGE OF BIG SPRINGS South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

22 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section INTRODUCTION The 2017 South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is an update to the plan that was adopted by the SPNRD in August This HMP includes two primary sections: the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Participant (i.e. County, Municipal, and School District) Sections. Participant Sections include similar information to what is provided in the Regional Section, but rather is specific information for the Village of Big Springs, including the following elements: Participation Location/Geography Climate Transportation Demographics Future Development Trends Parcel Improvements and Valuations Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Historical Hazard Events Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Governance Capability Assessment Plan Integration Mitigation Actions Local Planning Team Table BGS.1 provides the list of participating members that comprised the Big Springs local planning team. Members of the planning team attended Round 1 and Round 2 meetings and provided important information including, but not limited to: confirming demographic information, critical facilities, hazard history and impacts, identifying hazards of greatest concern for the district, and prioritization of mitigation actions that address the hazards at risk to the district. Table BGS.1: The Big Springs Local Planning Team Name Title Department / Organization Susan McGreer Clerk Village of Big Springs Curt Brown Operator Village of Big Springs LOCATION AND GEOGRAPHY The Village of Big Springs is located in the eastern portion of Deuel County and covers an area of.44 square miles. A major waterway in the area is the South Platte River, which runs south of Big Springs. 22 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

23 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section Figure BGS1: Map of the Village of Big Springs South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

24 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section TRANSPORTATION According to the NDOR s 2014 Statewide traffic flow Map, US Highway 138 runs through Big Springs north/south, and accommodates approximately 138 vehicles per day, 40 of which are heavy commercial vehicles. The Union Pacific Railroad runs east/west along Big Spring s southern border. DEMOGRAPHICS The following figure displays the historical population trend from 1930 to Big Springs has experienced a decline in population for much of the period or record, however, the last four years show an increase in population. Figure BGS.2: Population ACS Source: U.S. Census Bureau The following table indicates the Village of Big Springs has a younger population than that of Deuel County as a whole. This is attributable to the percentage of population between the ages of five and 64. Table BGS.2: Population by Age Age Big Springs Deuel County State of Nebraska <5 2.8% 4.0% 7.2% % 73.5% 79.2% > % 22.3% 13.6% Median Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014, Table DP-01 The following table indicates that the median household income, per capita income and home value are lower than those statistics for entire County. This does, however, result in a lower cost for property rental. Table BGS.3: Housing and Income Big Springs Deuel County State of Nebraska Median Household Income $50,192 $58,631 $51,672 Per Capita Income $25,268 $28,163 $26,899 Median Home Value $59,600 $67,100 $128,000 Median Rent $597 $629 $706 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Surveys 5-year Estimates, Table DP03 and DP04 24 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

25 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section According to ACS 5-year estimates, the community has 242 housing units with 85.1 percent of those units occupied. There are approximately 17 mobile homes in the community and 52.4 percent of the community s housing was built before Number of Houses Figure BGS.3: Housing Units by Year Built Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Surveys 5-year Estimates, Table DP04 Table BGS.4: Housing Units Jurisdiction Total Housing Units Occupied Housing Units Occupied Vacant Owner Renter Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Big Springs % % % % Deuel County % % % % Source: Selected Housing Characteristics, ACS 5-year estimate Major Employers Big Springs is a small community, and many community members travel outside the community for work. Many residents are involved in agricultural production, in either crops or livestock. PARCEL IMPROVEMENTS AND VALUATION The planning team requested GIS parcel data from the County Assessor. This data allowed the planning team to analyze the location, number, and value of property improvements at the parcel level. The data did not contain the number of structures on each parcel. A summary of the results of this analysis is provided in the following table. South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

26 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section Table BGS.5: Structural Inventory/Parcel Improvements Number of Parcels Total Improvement Value Mean Value of Improvements Per Parcel Number of Parcels with Floodplain area* Value of Improvements with Floodplain area* 286 $12,640,315 $44, $4,532,110 *HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area Source: Nebraska Department of Revenue, Property Assessment Division FUTURE DEVELOPMENT TRENDS Presently, development is unplanned. However, the Big Springs Comprehensive Plan does call for expansion away from flood risk areas. CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE/KEY RESOURCES Chemical Storage Fixed Sites According to the Tier II System reports submitted to the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality, there are a total of two chemical storage sites in Big Springs, both facilities house hazardous materials. Table BGS.6: Chemical Storage Fixed Sites Facility Address Community Located In Floodplain (Y/N)* Ag Valley Co-op n Stock 106 Pine St Big Springs CenturyLink 310 Pine St Big Springs *HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area Source: Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality Historic Sites According to the National Register of Historic Places for Nebraska, there is one historic site located in or near Big Springs. The historic site is not located in the HAZUS-MH generated floodplain. Table BGS.7: National Historic Registry Site Name Date Listed Located In Floodplain (Y/N)* Phelps Hotel 10/15/1970 *HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area Source: Nebraska State Historical Society 26 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

27 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section Critical Facilities Each participating jurisdiction identified critical facilities vital for disaster response, providing shelter to the public, and essential for returning the jurisdiction s functions to normal during and after a disaster. Critical facilities were identified during the original planning process and updated by the local planning team as a part of this plan update. The following table and figure provide a summary of the critical facilities for the jurisdiction. Table BGS.8: List of Critical Facilities in Big Springs CF Number Name Located in Floodplain? (Y/N) 1 Zion Lutheran Church 2 County Maintenance Yard 3 Football Field and Facilities 4 South Platte Public School 5 Fire Department 6 United Methodist Church 7 Library 8 Post Office 9 Park 10 Veteran s Memorial Area 11 Assembly of God 12 Village Offices 13 Clinic 14 Sewer Treatment Plant 15 Water Tower South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

28 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section Figure BGS.4: Critical Facilities 28 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

29 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section LOCAL HAZARD PRIORITIZATION Hazard Identification For more information regarding area wide hazards, please see Section Four: Risk Assessment. The following discussion provides community specific information as reported by the village planning team. Only hazards identified either as a concern to the community by the local planning team or based on the occurrence and risk of the hazard to the community are discussed in detail below. Drought The local planning team noted that the Village experiences a drought about once every five years. The top concern for the planning team for drought is the economic impacts to the agricultural sector, which makes up a large part of Big Springs economy. The Village does have water restriction ordinances which go into effect at a variety of trigger levels. To limit impacts of a drought event in town, the Village has metered water usage, which allows for the monitoring of residential water use. Flooding The local planning team identified the most significant concern related to flooding is the South Platte River, south of town. The last significant flooding event for Big Springs occurred in 2013, when flooding occurred along the railroad tracks. This event result in the closure of two truck stops and a motel for 48 hours. There were also two injuries directly related to this event. Local residents needed to sandbag low-lying areas to prevent flooding in town. According to the HAZUS-MH generated floodplain, the town s sewer plant is located in the floodplain as is approximately five percent of parcels which represents approximately $4,532,110. There is no record of municipally-owned properties having been damaged by flooding in the past. At this time, the community does not participate in the NFIP, but should consider that in the future. Hail Like other communities across the planning area the threat of property damage resulting from hail events is very real. To date there have been no recorded damages to municipally owned property attributed to hail. There has, however, been multiple hail events that have caused damages to private property throughout the community. According to the NCDC, 63 hail events have occurred since 1996 (annual occurrence of approximately three events). There were no injuries or deaths attributed to the 63 events, however, 14 of these events did result in local damages totaling $210,000 (an average of $15,000 per damage event). According to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety, the most effective approach to mitigating hail impacts is upgrading roofing materials. Some residents of Big Springs have switched from asphalt shingles to metal roofs for the added protection they provide. The prevalence of metal roofing seems to be increasing and the local planning team expects that trend to continue. Severe Winter Storms Severe winter storms are a regular part of the climate and weather for Big Springs (and the planning area as a whole). A significant concern identified by the local planning team is the drifting associated with even minor snow events. When the community has a mere 1 or 2 inches, there may be major drifts on roadways, depending on the direction and wind speed. Snow fences and wind blocks are utilized in some parts of the rural county, but have proven to be of minimal benefit within the corporate limits of Big Springs. Presently, the community does have sufficient resources for snow removal, including a truck with a blade and a road grader. The Village maintenance worker takes care of primary roadways first, then clears side streets. For South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

30 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section awareness, the community members turn to social media, TV, and radio outlets for their information. For critical facilities, however, the addition of weather radios has been identified as a mitigation action that would allow for greater awareness in these facilities during severe weather events. Tornadoes In 2002 a F0 tornado touched down briefly near Big Springs. The event resulted in damages to outbuildings and overturned a center pivot irrigation system causing approximately $20,000 in damages. Like other communities in the planning area, Big Springs concerns related to tornadoes is directly linked to the devastation they can wreak on both human life and structures, and the unpredictability associated with these events. Big Springs does have a tornado siren which is in working condition. Most residents use their own basements to seek refuge from a tornado event (an estimated 85 percent of the residents have basements). Village employees at the Village offices use interior rooms to seek refuge from tornado and high wind events. As a former police station, the Village office has concrete block rooms which provide added protection from high wind events. For protection from tornadoes, the South Platte K-12 School has recently built hardened locker rooms for students. GOVERNANCE A community s governance indicates the number of boards or offices that may be available to help implement hazard mitigation actions. Big Springs has a number of offices or departments that may be involved in implementing hazard mitigation initiatives, these resources are listed below: Board Chairperson: Gregg McGreer Village Board Number of Members: 5 In addition to these resources, Big Springs also has: Clerk/Treasurer Attorney Utility Superintendent Chief of Police Fire Chief Sewage Plant Operator Sewer/Water Commissioner Street Commissioner Park & Pool Commissioner Police & Animal Control Commissioner 30 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

31 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT The capability assessment consisted of two main components: a Capability Assessment Survey completed by the jurisdiction and a review of local existing policies, regulations, plans, and the programs. The survey is used to gather information regarding the jurisdiction s planning and regulatory capability; administrative and technical capability; fiscal capability; and educational and outreach capability. Table BGS.10: Capability Assessment Survey Components/Subcomponents Existing (/) Planning and Regulatory Capability Administrative and Technical Capability Fiscal Capability Education and Outreach Capability Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Plan Economic Development Plan Floodplain Management Plan Storm Water Management Plan Zoning Ordinance Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance Floodplain Ordinance Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance Floodplain Ordinance Building Codes National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Planning Commission Floodplain Administration GIS Capabilities Chief Building Official Civil Engineering Local Staff Who Can Assess Community s Vulnerability to Hazards Grant Manager Mutual Aid Agreement Capital Improvement Plan/ 1 &6 Year Plan Applied for grants in the past Awarded a grant in the past Authority to Levy Taxes for Specific Purposes such as Mitigation Projects Gas/Electric Service Fees Storm Water Service Fees Water/Sewer Service Fees Development Impact Fees General Obligation Revenue or Special Tax Bonds Local citizen groups or non-profit organizations focused on environmental protection, emergency preparedness, access and functional needs populations, etc. Ex. CERT Teams, Red Cross, etc. Ongoing public education or information program (e/g/ responsible water use, fire safety, household preparedness, environmental education) Natural Disaster or Safety related school programs StormReady Certification FireWise Communities Certification Tree City USA South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

32 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section PLAN INTEGRATION The plans listed in the preceding table were analyzed using guidance from FEMA s 2014 Plan Integration Guide. The following paragraph presents a summary of the findings of this analysis. Big Springs has relatively few local planning mechanisms. The Big Springs Comprehensive Plan does address future development for the community. The community intends to maintain existing infrastructure, and to expand based on the needs of the community. The floodplain is addressed within the plan, and the Comprehensive Plan recommends that future development occur outside flood prone areas. Presently, the plan does not specifically note any goals or objectives within the Hazard Mitigation Plan, and there are no plans to include goals and objectives from the HMP into the Comprehensive Plan. Big Springs does have a designated Wellhead Protection Area which is located south of the community, straddling the state line with part of the area located in Deuel County, NE and part located in Sedgewick County, CO. The development of a Wellhead Protection Plan would be beneficial for the protection of municipal water supplies. MITIGATION STRATEGY Completed Mitigation Actions Hazard(s) Addressed Lead Agency Location Backup Generators Provide a portable source of backup power to redundant power supplies, municipal wells, lift stations, and other critical facilities and shelters Prolonged Power Outages Operator Portable Hazard(s) Addressed Lead Agency Alert/Warning Sirens Perform an evaluation of existing alert sirens in order to determine sirens which should be replaced or upgraded; install new sirens where lacking and remote activation Severe Weather, Tornado Emergency Management Ongoing and New Mitigation Actions Bank Stabilization Stabilize banks along streams and rivers; this may include, but is not limited to: reducing bank slope, addition of riprap, installation of erosion control materials/fabrics Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.1 Hazard(s) Addressed Flooding Estimated Cost $10,000 Funding General Fund Status t yet started Timeline 2-5 years Priority High Lead Agency Maintenance Department Location South Platte River at Big Springs 32 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

33 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section Public Awareness and Education Through activities such as outreach projects, distribution of maps and environmental education increase public awareness of natural hazards to both public and private property owners, renters, businesses, and local officials about hazards and ways to protect people and property from these hazards; educate citizens on erosion control and water conservation methods Goal/Objective Goal 3, Objective 3.1 Hazard(s) Addressed All Hazards Estimated Cost $500-$1,000 annually Funding General Fund Status Ongoing Timeline 5+ years Priority High Lead Agency Village Clerk Weather Radios Conduct an inventory of weather radios at schools and other critical facilities and provide new radios as needed Goal/Objective Goal 4, Objective 4.3 Hazard(s) Addressed All Hazards Estimated Cost $50 Funding General funds Status Ongoing Timeline 1 year Priority High Lead Agency Clerk, Region 21 Emergency Manager Location Village Hall Well Head Protection Planning Develop a Well Head Protection Plan to limit/reduce ground water contamination of municipal water supplies Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.2 Hazard(s) Addressed Flood, drought Estimated Cost $20,000 - $50,000 Funding General funds, Water Contingency Fund (NDEQ) Status t yet started; New to this plan Timeline 10 years Priority Low Lead Agency Water system operator, SPNRD assist Location NA South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

34 Section Seven: Village of Big Springs Participant Section Removed Mitigation Actions Reason for Removal Safe Rooms Assess, design and construct fully supplied safe rooms in highly vulnerable urban and rural areas such as mobile home parks, campgrounds, schools, and other such areas throughout the planning area. Assess the adequacy of current public buildings to be used as safe rooms. Construct safe rooms in areas of greatest need, either as new construction or retrofitting. Space constraints, no locations for safe rooms Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Stabilize/Anchor Fertilizer, Fuel, Propane Tanks and Secure At-Risk Development Anchor fuel tanks to prevent movement. If left unanchored, tanks could present a major threat to property and safety in a tornado or high wind event. Tie downs can be used to anchor manufactured homes to their pads or concrete foundations. Community does not have any fuel tanks Drainage Study/Stormwater Master Plan Preliminary drainage studies and assessments can be conducted to identify and prioritize design improvements to address site specific localized flooding/drainage issues to reduce and/or alleviate flooding. Stormwater master plans can be conducted to perform a community-wide stormwater evaluation, identifying multiple problem areas and potential drainage improvements. Few stormwater issues, very few storm drains Tree City USA Work to become a Tree City USA through the National Arbor Day Foundation in order to receive direction, technical assistance, and public education on how to establish a hazardous tree identification and removal program in order to limit potential tree damage and damages caused by trees in a community when a storm event occurs. The four main requirements include: 1) Establish a tree board; 2) Enact a tree care ordinance; 3) Establish a forestry care program; 4) Enact an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Big Springs no longer has a tree board NFIP Participation Participate in the NFIP required steps consist of: 1) Pass local flood plain regulations 2) Designate a floodplain manager 3) Adoption of regulatory floodplain maps While the community will continue to participate in NFIP, however this is no longer considered a mitigation action. 34 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

35 PARTICIPANT SECTION CITY OF CHAPPELL South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

36 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section INTRODUCTION The 2017 South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is an update to the plan that was adopted by the SPNRD in August This HMP includes two primary sections: the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Participant (i.e. County, Municipal, and School District) Sections. Participant Sections include similar information to what is provided in the Regional Section, but rather is specific information for the Chappell, including the following elements: Participation Location/Geography Climate Transportation Demographics Future Development Trends Parcel Improvements and Valuations Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Historical Hazard Events Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Governance Capability Assessment Plan Integration Mitigation Actions Local Planning Team Table CHP.1 provides the list of participating members that comprised the Chappell local planning team. Members of the planning team attended Round 1 and Round 2 meetings and provided important information including, but not limited to: confirming demographic information, critical facilities, hazard history and impacts, identifying hazards of greatest concern for the district, and prioritization of mitigation actions that address the hazards at risk to the district. Table CHP.1: The Chappell Local Planning Team Name Title Department / Organization Geralyn Konruff City Treasurer Chappell LOCATION AND GEOGRAPHY The City of Chappell is located in the western portion of Deuel County and covers an area of.7 square miles. A major waterway in the area is Lodgepole Creek. 36 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

37 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Figure CHP.1: Map of the City of Chappell South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

38 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section TRANSPORTATION According to the NDOR s 2014 Statewide Traffic Flow Map, US Highway 30 runs east/west through Chappell, and accommodates approximately 990 vehicles per day, 145 of which are heavy commercial vehicles. The Union Pacific Railroad runs east/west along Chappell s southern border. DEMOGRAPHICS The following figure displays the historical population trend from 1930 to Chappell s population has been decreasing since Figure CHP.2: Population ,400 1,200 1,000 1,061 1,093 1,297 1,280 1,204 1, ACS Source: U.S. Census Bureau The following table indicates the City of Chappell has median age comparable to that of Deuel County, nearly two years older. This is attributable to the percentage of population between the ages of five and 64. Table CHP.2: Population by Age Age Chappell Deuel County State of Nebraska <5 5.9% 4.0% 7.2% % 69.3% 79.2% > % 24.7% 13.6% Median Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010, Table DP-1 The following table indicates that Chappell s median household income is only 70% that of the County s ($17,000 lower). Chappell has a lower home value than the state, but is very similar to Deuel County ($2,000 below the County average). Table CHP.3: Housing and Income Chappell Deuel County State of Nebraska Median Household Income $41,597 $58,631 $51,672 Per Capita Income $24,942 $28,163 $26,899 Median Home Value $65,600 $67,100 $128,000 Median Rent $615 $629 $706 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Surveys 5-year Estimates, Table DP03 and DP04 38 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

39 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section According to ACS 5-year estimates, the community has 435 housing units with 89.4 percent of those units occupied. There are approximately 22 mobile homes in the community and 58.2 percent of the community s housing was built before Figure CHP.3: Housing Units by Year Built Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Surveys 5-year Estimates, Table DP04 Table CHP.4: Housing Units Jurisdiction Total Housing Units Occupied Housing Units Occupied Vacant Owner Renter Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Chappell % % % % Deuel County % % % % Source: Selected Housing Characteristics, ACS 5-year estimate Major Employers Chappell is a small community, and many community members travel outside the community for work. Some community members may travel to Sidney for work, which is a half-hour drive. Additionally, Chappell residents work in agriculture in areas surrounding the community, South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

40 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section PARCEL IMPROVEMENTS AND VALUATION The planning team requested GIS parcel data from the County Assessor. This data allowed the planning team to analyze the location, number, and value of property improvements at the parcel level. The data did not contain the number of structures on each parcel. A summary of the results of this analysis is provided in the following table. Table CHP.5: Structural Inventory/Parcel Improvements Number of Parcels Total Improvement Value Mean Value of Improvements Per Parcel Number of Parcels with Floodplain area* Value of Improvements with Floodplain area* 529 $24,046,605 $43,801 6 $113,855 *Hazus-MH 3.1 generated 1% annual flood risk area Source: Nebraska Department of Revenue, Property Assessment Division FUTURE DEVELOPMENT TRENDS Presently, development is planned for the community, and is listed in the Chappell Comprehensive Plan. The community plans to develop toward I-80, as well as build single family residential housing north and east of the community. Figure CHP.4: Chappell, NE Future Land Use Map Source: Chappell Comprehensive Plan 40 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

41 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE/KEY RESOURCES Chemical Storage Fixed Sites According to the Tier II System reports submitted to the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality, there are a total of two chemical storage sites in Chappell, both facilities house hazardous chemicals. Table CHP.6: Chemical Storage Fixed Sites Facility Address Community Located in Floodplain (Y/N)* AT&T Microwave Tower Road 14 Chappell Frenchman Valley Farmers Co-op Road 14 Chappell *HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area Source: Nebraska State Historical Society Historic Sites According to the National Register of Historic Places for Nebraska, there are two historic sites located in or near Chappell. Neither of the historic sites are located within the Hazus-MH generated 1% annual flood risk area. Table CHP.7: National Historic Registry Site Name Date Listed Located in Floodplain (Y/N)* Deuel County Courthouse 1/10/1990 Sudman, Fred and Minnie Meyer, House 12/6/1990 *HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area Source: Nebraska State Historical Society South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

42 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Critical Facilities Each participating jurisdiction identified critical facilities vital for disaster response, providing shelter to the public, and essential for returning the jurisdiction s functions to normal during and after a disaster. Critical facilities were identified during the original planning process and updated by the local planning team as a part of this plan update. The following table and figure provide a summary of the critical facilities for the jurisdiction. Table CHP.8: List of Critical Facilities in Chappell CF Number Name Located in Floodplain* (Y/N) 1 St. Joseph s Catholic 2 Grace Lutheran 3 School 4 Fire Department 5 Lions Club 6 Sports Complex 7 Postal Office 8 County Courthouse 9 Masonic Lodge 10 Art Gallery 11 United Methodist 12 Four Square Church 13 Pool & Park 14 Assembly of God 15 Park 16 Streets/Roads Department 17 Heritage House 18 Miller Memorial Care & Assisted Living 19 Zion Lutheran Church 20 Medical Clinic 21 Hilltop Manor Assisted Living 22 City Well #1 23 City Well #2 24 City Well #3 25 City Hall/Generation Facility 26 Water Tower 27 Elementary School 28 School *HAZUS-MH generated 1% Annual Flood Risk Area 42 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

43 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Figure CHP.5: Critical Facilities South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

44 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section LOCAL HAZARD PRIORITIZATION Hazard Identification For more information regarding area wide hazards, please see Section Four: Risk Assessment. The following discussion provides community specific information as reported by the planning team. Only hazards identified either as a concern to the community by the local planning team or based on the occurrence and risk of the hazard to the community are discussed in detail below. Chemical Spill Chappell sits within a mile and a half of Interstate 80. Additionally, Highway 30 runs directly through town, and often accommodates many wide-load trucks, which carry chemicals. Liquid storage is frequently moved in on railroad cars, on the west side of town, and are transferred using a fire hose. Recently, the NDEQ required the Chappell coop to build berms surrounding the area for containment. Of further concern, any chemical spills which may occur in Chappell may infiltrate Lodgepole Creek, located just south of the community. Hail According to the local planning team, Chappell experiences four or five hail events per year, the average magnitude of which is approximately the size of a golf ball. The Village has experienced hail damages in the past, including damage to the Village office generator and roof. The roof was replaced in 2015, largely due to hail damages. The local planning team noted that the community has many flat-top buildings, which are especially vulnerable to hail events. Per the NCDC, two hail events have occurred since However, neither of these events resulted in any damage to individuals or property. To mitigate lasting impacts because of hail, the Village has worked with the local housing authority to install carports for these vehicles. To date, fifteen carports have been installed all over Chappell, to protect homeowners cars from hail events. Additionally, the Village participates in Tree City USA, which necessitates the existence of a Tree Board. The Tree Board is responsible for cutting down dangerous limbs so they do not fall during hail events. High Winds Per the local planning team, the biggest concern related to high winds is related to power outages. The local planning team has noted that the Village maintenance staff has worked to be highly proactive in trimming trees and removing dangerous limbs. Most recently, the local planning team noted a large tree limb which fell on a power line at 7 th and Babcock in Chappell on July 19, Severe Thunderstorms Severe thunderstorms are a regular part of the weather and the climate for Chappell (and the planning area as a whole). A significant concern identified by the local planning team was lightning damage to trees, as well as flooding along Highway 30, South Court Avenue, and the middle of town (south of the cemetery). The community uses CodeRed opt-in messaging for initial event detection. In the case of events which require a shelter location, the Village offices use their evidence room and the courthouse as designated tornado shelters. Because Lodgepole Creek flows within Chappell, flooding issues may be a concern, especially for a Creekside RV campground, in southern Chappell. To limit vulnerability from lasting impacts of severe thunderstorms, Chappell intends to invest in an alert/warning siren. 44 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

45 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Severe Winter Storms Severe winter storms are a regular part of the climate and weather for Chappell (and the planning area.) Chappell is responsible for its own snow removal, and the local planning team has assessed that city staff do a good job of snow removal at the local level, with roads usually cleared by 6:00 AM. The community does not rank ice as a significant concern, due to proactive work by local resources sanding intersections. In terms of detection, the community utilizes cell phones with weather apps to be aware of impending weather events. GOVERNANCE A community s governance indicates the number of boards or offices that may be available to help implement hazard mitigation actions. Chappell has a number of offices or departments that may be involved in implementing hazard mitigation initiatives. The City has a mayor and a five-member Village Board. The Village also has the following offices and departments: Administrator/Clerk Treasurer Attorney Fire Chief Street Overseer Water Commissioner South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

46 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT The capability assessment consisted of two main components: a Capability Assessment Survey completed by the jurisdiction and a review of local existing policies, regulations, plans, and the programs. The survey is used to gather information regarding the jurisdiction s planning and regulatory capability; administrative and technical capability; fiscal capability; and educational and outreach capability. Table CHP.9: Capability Assessment Survey Components/Subcomponents Existing (/) Planning and Regulatory Capability Administrative and Technical Capability Fiscal Capability Education and Outreach Capability Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Plan Economic Development Plan Floodplain Management Plan Storm Water Management Plan Zoning Ordinance Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance Floodplain Ordinance Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance Floodplain Ordinance Building Codes National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Planning Commission Floodplain Administration GIS Capabilities Chief Building Official Civil Engineering Local Staff Who Can Assess Community s Vulnerability to Hazards Grant Manager Mutual Aid Agreement Capital Improvement Plan/ 1 &6 Year Plan Applied for grants in the past Awarded a grant in the past Authority to Levy Taxes for Specific Purposes such as Mitigation Projects Gas/Electric Service Fees Storm Water Service Fees Water/Sewer Service Fees Development Impact Fees General Obligation Revenue or Special Tax Bonds Local citizen groups or non-profit organizations focused on environmental protection, emergency preparedness, access and functional needs populations, etc. Ex. CERT Teams, Red Cross, etc. Ongoing public education or information program (e/g/ responsible water use, fire safety, household preparedness, environmental education) Natural Disaster or Safety related school programs StormReady Certification FireWise Communities Certification Tree City USA Yeo 46 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

47 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section PLAN INTEGRATION The plans listed in the preceding table were analyzed using guidance from FEMA s 2014 Plan Integration Guide. The following paragraph presents a summary of the findings of this analysis. Chappell has a variety of local planning mechanisms, including a Comprehensive Plan, a Zoning Ordinance, a Capital Improvements Plan, as well as a Wellhead Protection Plan. Chappell s Comprehensive Plan was completed in 2013, and does discuss the community s vulnerability to natural hazards, specifically flood prone areas. The Comprehensive Plan recommends development in the future to be directed away from flood prone areas. Beyond flooding objectives, no further integration with the Hazard Mitigation Plan is planned for the time being. Chappell also has a Capital Improvements Plan, which includes many road re-surfacing projects, to maintain existing infrastructure. The City intends to include further mitigation actions within the Capital Improvements Plan. Big Springs does have a designated Wellhead Protection Area which is located to the northwest and southeast of Chappell. The development of a Wellhead Protection Plan would be beneficial for the protection of municipal water supplies. South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

48 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section MITIGATION STRATEGY Completed Mitigation Actions New Municipal Well Due to arsenic issues in groundwater, Lodgepole fell under a DHHS administrative order to drill a new well field Hazard(s) Addressed Drought Estimated Cost $2,000,000 Funding DHHS Grant Status Ongoing Timeline March 2017 Priority High Lead Agency DHHS, Village Board Hazards Addressed Lead Agency Hazards Addressed Lead Agency Emergency Communications Establish an action plan to improve communication between agencies to better assist residents and businesses during and following emergencies; establish inner-operable communications All Hazards Emergency Management Warning Systems Improve city cable TV interrupt warning system and implement telephone interrupt system such as Reverse 911 Severe Weather, Tornadoes Emergency Management Backup Generators Provide a portable or stationary source of backup power to redundant power supplies, municipal wells, lift stations, and other critical facilities or shelters Hazard(s) Addressed All Hazards Estimated Cost $15,000-$30,000 Funding Local loan Location City Hall Hazard(s) Addressed Location Hazard(s) Addressed Funding Location Power, Service, Electrical and Water Distribution Lines Work with local electric companies to bury power lines High Winds, Severe Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Severe Winter Storms Chappell residences Stabilize/Anchor Fertilizer, Fuel and Propane Tanks and Secure At-Risk Development Anchor fuel tanks to prevent movement, if left unanchored, tanks could present a major threat to property and safety in a tornado or high wind event; tie downs can be used to anchor manufactured homes to their pads or concrete foundations Tornadoes and High Winds Local Loan City Hall 48 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

49 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Hazard(s) Addressed Groundwater/Irrigation/Water Conservation Management Plan and Practices Develop and implement a plan/best management practices to conserve water use and reduce total use (high water use to low water use) and consumption of groundwater resources by citizens and irrigators of agricultural land during elongated periods of drought; identify water-saving irrigation projects or improvements such as sprinklers or soil moisture monitoring; potential restrictions on water could include limitations on lawn watering, car washing, farm irrigation restrictions, or water sold to outside sources; implement best management practices through water conservation practices such as changes in irrigation management, education on no-till agriculture and modified crop selection, and use of xeroscaping in communities. The South Platte NRD worked with Chappell to complete a Wellhead Protection Plan in Drought Ongoing and New Mitigation Actions Public Awareness/Education Through activities such as outreach projects, distribution of maps and environmental education increase public awareness of natural hazards to both public and private property owners, renters, businesses, and local officials about hazards and ways to protect people and property from these hazards; educate citizens on erosion control and water conservation methods Goal/Objective Goal 3, Objective 3.1 Hazard(s) Addressed All Hazards Estimated Cost $500+ Funding Local Funds Status Ongoing Timeline 5+ years Priority High Lead Agency Clerk Alert/Warning Sirens Perform an evaluation of existing alert sirens to determine sirens which should be replaced or upgraded; install new sirens where lacking and remote activation Goal/Objective Goal 4, Objective 4.3High Hazard(s) Addressed All Hazards Estimated Cost $15,000+ Funding Local funds Status Ongoing Timeline 2-5 years Priority High Lead Agency Emergency Management, Fire Department, Police Department Wellhead Protection Planning Develop a Wellhead Protection Plan to limit/reduce ground water contamination of municipal water supplies Goal/Objective Goal 2, Objective 2.2 Hazard(s) Addressed Flood, Drought Estimated Cost $20,000-$50,000 Funding General Funds, Water Contingency Fund (NDEQ) Status t yet started, new to this plan Timeline 10 years Priority Low Lead Agency Water System Operator, SPNRD assistance South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

50 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Removed Mitigation Actions Reason for Removal Safe Rooms Assess, design and construct fully supplied safe rooms in highly vulnerable urban and rural areas such as mobile home parks, campgrounds, schools, and other such areas throughout the planning area. Assess the adequacy of current public buildings to be used as safe rooms. Construct safe rooms in areas of greatest need, either as construction or retrofitting. Existing storm shelters are sufficient Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Stormwater System and Drainage Improvements Larger communities generally utilize underground stormwater systems comprised of pipes and inlets to convey runoff. Undersized systems can contribute to localized flooding. Stormwater system improvements may include pipe upsizing and additional inlets. Smaller communities may utilize stormwater systems comprising of ditches, culverts, or drainage ponds to convey runoff. Drainage improvements may include ditch upsizing, ditch cleanout and culvert improvements. Retention and detention facilities may also be implemented to decrease runoff rates while also decreasing the need for other stormwater system improvements. Bridges typically serve as flow restrictions along streams and rivers. Cleanout and reshaping of channel segments at bridge crossing can increase conveyance, reducing the potential for flooding. Replacement or modification of bridges and other flow restrictions may be necessary to provide greater capacity, maintain or improve structural integrity during flood events, and eliminate flooding threats and damages. Flood protection for critical and/ or highly vulnerable facilities, areas, populations, and infrastructure is key. Within railroad s jurisdiction Stream Bank Stabilization/Grade Control Structures/Channel Improvements Stream bank/ bed degradation can occur along many rivers and creeks. Stabilization improvements including rock rip rap, vegetative cover, j-hooks, boulder vanes, etc. can be implemented to reestablish the channel banks. Grade control structures including sheet-pile weirs, rock weirs, ponds, road dams, etc. can be implemented and improved to maintain the channel bed. Channel stabilization can protect structures, increase conveyance and provide flooding benefits. Flood protection for critical and/ or highly vulnerable facilities, areas, populations, and infrastructure is key. t within city limits Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Maintain Good Standing in the NFIP Maintain good standing with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) including floodplain management practices/requirements and regulation enforcement and updates While the community will continue to participate in NFIP, this is no longer considered a mitigation action Drainage Study/Stormwater Master Plan Preliminary drainage studies and assessments can be conducted to identify and prioritize design improvements to address site specific localized flooding/drainage issues to reduce and/or alleviate flooding. Storm water master plans can be conducted to perform a community-wide storm water evaluation, identifying multiple problem areas and potential drainage improvement. t an objective presently Source Water Contingency Program 50 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

51 Section Seven: City of Chappell Participant Section Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Reason for Removal Villages and cities can evaluate and locate new sources of groundwater to ensure adequate supplies to support the existing community and any additional growth which may occur. Also, identify and develop water sources for fire protection. longer an issue, arsenic concerns have waned, and emergency well exists Floodplain Management Continue or improve floodplain management practices such as adoption and enforcement of floodplain management requirements (regulation of construction in significant flood hazard areas), floodplain identification and mapping (local requests for map updates), description of community assistance and monitoring activities, explanation for failure to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program, Community Rating System (CRS), and participation in Federal Emergency Management Agency s Cooperating Technical Partners Program (CTP) to increase local involvement in the flood mapping process. flood-prone areas Weather Radios Conduct an inventory of weather radios at schools and other critical facilities and provide new radios as needed. Chappell officials use cell phones, the city has adequate cell coverage South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

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53 PARTICIPANT SECTION CREEK VALLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

54 Section Seven: Creek Valley Public Schools Participant Section INTRODUCTION The 2017 South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is an update to the plan that was adopted by the SPNRD in June This HMP includes two primary sections: the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Participant (i.e. County, Municipal, and School District) Sections. Participant Sections include similar information to what is provided in the Regional Section, but rather is specific information for the Creek Valley Public Schools, including the following elements: Participation Location/Services Demographics Future Development Critical Facilities School Drills and Staff Trainings Risk Assessment Administration/Capability Assessment Plan Integration Mitigation Strategy LOCAL PLANNING TEAM Table CVPS.1 provides the list of participating members that comprised the Creek Valley Public Schools local planning team. Members of the planning team attended Round 1 and Round 2 meetings and provided important information including, but not limited to: confirming demographic information, critical facilities, hazard history and impacts, identifying hazards of greatest concern for the district, and prioritization of mitigation actions that address the hazards at risk to the district. Table CVPS.1: The Creek Valley Public Schools Local Planning Team Name Title Department/Organization Ron Howard Superintendent Creek Valley Schools Patrick Ningen High School/Elementary School Principal Creek Valley Schools LOCATION AND SERVICES Creek Valley Public Schools operates 3 schools with 1 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The School provides services to students in the communities of Chappell, Sunol, and Lodgepole, as well as the unincorporated areas of Deuel, Cheyenne and Garden Counties. In addition to academic objectives, the school facilities are used to host blood drives, booster club meetings, Future Farmers of America (FFA) presentations/banquets, and hosting concerts for churches. 54 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

55 Section Seven: Creek Valley Public Schools Participant Section DEMOGRAPHICS The following figure displays the historical student population trend starting with the school year and ending with the year. There are 254 students enrolled in Creek Valley Public Schools. The school district also employs 24 staff and personnel. According to the local planning team, the schools expect a slight decrease in future enrollment. 350 Figure CVPS.1: Student Population Enrollment Source: Nebraska Department of Education Figure CVPS.2: Number of Students by Grade, Enrollment PK K Grade Source: Nebraska Department of Education South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May

56 Section Seven: Creek Valley Public Schools Participant Section The figure above indicates that the largest number of students are in the 5 th, 6 th, and 11 th grades. The lowest population of students are pre-kindergarten, and 1 st grade. According to the Nebraska Department of Education, over 45 percent of students receive either free or reduced priced meals at school. This is very similar to the state s average of 45%. Additionally, there are no students in the English Language Learners Program. Nearly 16% of students are in the Special Education Program. Table CVPS.2: Student Statistics, Creek Valley Public Schools State of Nebraska Free/Reduced Priced Meals 45.28% 44.93% School Mobility Rate 17.50% 12.10% English Language Learners 0% 6.04% Special Education Students 15.58% 15.74% Source: Nebraska Department of Education CRITICAL FACILITIES The school district operates three facilities. These facilities are listed below, along with information indicating the school s address, number of students and staff, if the facility is used as a shelter during an emergency, and the presence of a tornado safe room. In order to be aware of inclement weather in the area, the school has invested in weather radios for each of the critical facilities. Table CVPS.3: Critical Facilities CF# Name Address Creek Valley HS Gym Creek Valley ES Gym/Cafeteria Creek Valley MS Gym 300 Washington Ave, Chappell, NE Hayward Ave, Chappell, NE Orchard St, Lodgepole, NE Number of Students Number of Staff Emergency Shelter (Y/N) Safe Room (Y/N) Y N Y N Y N According to the local planning team, in addition to the critical facilities listed above, the school also has a sports complex, as well as a bus barn. 56 South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May 2017

57 Section Seven: Creek Valley Public Schools Participant Section Figure CVPS.3: Creek Valley Public School District Map South Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update May