Oliver Reservoir - Bushnell, Nebraska

04/10/2026

The burn ban for Kimball County, including Oliver Reservoir Recreation Area will be in place until further notice.

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03/27/2026

Governor Pillen has extended the Statewide Fire Ban until April 10th. If you have any questions feel free to contact the South Platte Natural Resources District offices at 308-254-2377.

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03/13/2026

Two weeks into overnight camping and here we go again. Fire ban has been issued by Nebraska Governor Pillen statewide, including Oliver Reservoir until at least March 27, 2026. This means no open fires are allowed not only at Oliver Reservoir, but across the State of Nebraska. A link to the Governors information is posted below. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the South Platte Natural Resources District offices at 308-254-2377.

March 13, 2026 CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Issuing Burn Ban for Nebraska   LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen is issuing a statewide burn ban, to help reduce the potential for additional wildfires in Nebraska. Dry and windy conditions have caused the spread of si...

02/13/2026

Thank you all for taking the time to fill out our survey. Your comments and suggestions are greatly appreciated. Click the link below to view the results:

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The results can also be accessed from the South Platte Natural Resources District website, spnrd.org. It's located on the home page as well as on the Oliver web page. Included in this report is our Oliver operating budget for fiscal year July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 as well as the Nebraska Game and Parks fish stocking report. The results from the survey will be given to the South Platte NRD board of directors at its regularly scheduled public meeting beginning at 5:00 pm March 10th, 2026 at the South Platte NRD office located at 551 Parkland Drive, Sidney, Nebraska. As always, feel free to call if you have any questions at 308-254-2377.

01/30/2026

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We Want to Hear from You — Oliver Reservoir Survey!
The South Platte NRD is committed to keeping Oliver Reservoir Recreation Area a great place to visit. Instead of hosting a public meeting, we're gathering input through a quick community survey. Whether you fish, camp, boat, or just enjoy the view — your ideas and feedback matter!
💬 Take the survey here: South Platte Natural Resources District https://www.spnrd.org scan the QR code.
It only takes a few minutes, and your voice helps shape the future of Oliver Reservoir. Thank you for helping us care for Oliver Reservoir and ensure it remains a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable place for everyone.

05/21/2025

***Burn Ban Update*** Nebraska Governor Pillen has lifted the burn ban that was in place for portions of the state. The burn ban is no longer in effect and open fires are allowed again at Oliver Reservoir Recreation Area. If any questions or concerns please contact the South Platte Natural Resources at 308-254-2377.

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05/09/2025

Governor Pillen has extended the burn ban for the area of Nebraska including all of the South Platte Natural Resources District including Oliver Reservoir until at least May 20th. Questions regarding the burn ban for Oliver Reservoir can be directed to the South Platte Natural Resources District offices at 308-254-2377. The office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00-12:00 and 1:00-5:00. ***NOTE*** this page will not be monitored until Monday morning at 8:00 AM.

05/09/2025

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Burn Ban Update - The Governors burn ban is set to run up to midnight this Saturday, May 10th. With it being the weekend and the possibility of not seeing any extension or lifting of the ban, we are continuing the ban through at least Monday, May 12th. We hope to have direction from the Governors office or the local fire chiefs by the end of the workday on Monday. This means that the fire ban at Oliver Reservoir is in place until at least the end of day on Monday, May 12th and no open fires are allowed, even in the fire pits. Any questions please contact the South Platte NRD at 308-254-2377.

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04/30/2025

Burn Ban Update---Governor Pillen has extended the burn ban in the western half of Nebraska until at least May 10th. This means no open fires at Oliver Reservoir until at least May 10th. We will update as soon as we know any other information.

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04/24/2025

Governor Pillen issues statewide burn ban. This includes Oliver Reservoir Recreation Area. The burn ban is in place until at least April 30th, 2025. This means no open fires are allowed at the recreation area. To contact the South Platte Natural Resources District regarding this bun ban, our phone number is 308-254-2377.

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08/15/2024

***Fire Ban Has Been Lifted***The fire ban in Kimball County Nebraska has been lifted and open fires are now allowed again at Oliver Reservoir Recreation Area. This is updated as up 12:00 p.m., August 15, 2024.