2016-23RESOLUTION NUMBER 2016-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BLAIR ADOPTING THE
PAPIO MISSOURI RIVER NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
COUNCIMEMBER WOLFF INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:
WHEREAS the governing body of the City of Blair recognizes the threat that natural
hazards pose to people and property within the City of Blair; and
WHEREAS the Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District has prepared a multi -
hazard, multi jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan, hereby known as the 2016 Papio Missouri
River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with
the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS the Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies mitigation goals and actions to reduce or eliminate long-term
risk to people and property in the City of Blair from the impacts of future hazards and disasters;
and
WHEREAS adoption by the governing body of the City of Blair demonstrates their
commitment to the mitigation of hazards and achieving the goals outlined in the 2016 Papio
Missouri River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, the governing body of the City of Blair, does herewith adopt and approve
the 2016 Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan Update in its entirety
COUNCIL MEMBER WOLFF MOVED THAT THE RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS
READ, WHICH SAID MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER ANDERSEN.
UPON ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS SHEPARD, STEWART, WILLIS, HANSEN,
ANDERSEN, WOLFF AND HALL VOTING "AYE", AND COUNCIL MEMBERS NONE
VOTING "NAY, THE MAYOR DECLARED THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION PASSED
AND ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE, 2016.
CITY OF BLAIR, NEBRASKA
J S E. REALPH, MAYO
ATTEST'
BRENDA R.WHEELER, CITY CLERK
(SEAL)
STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) :ss:
WASHINGTON COUNTY )
BRENDA R. WHEELER, hereby certifies that she is the duly appointed, qualified and acting
City Clerk of the City of Blair, Nebraska, and that the above and foregoing Resolution was
passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of said City held on the
28th day of June, 2016.
BRENDA WHEELER, CITY LERK
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2016-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BLAIR ADOPTING THE
PAPIO MISSOURI RIVER NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
COUNCIMEMBER WOLFF INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:
WHEREAS the governing body of the City of Blair recognizes the threat that natural
hazards pose to people and property within the City of Blair; and
WHEREAS the Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District has prepared a multi -
hazard, multi jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan, hereby known as the 2016 Papio Missouri
River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with
the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS the Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies mitigation goals and actions to reduce or eliminate long-term
risk to people and property in the City of Blair from the impacts of future hazards and disasters;
and
WHEREAS adoption by the governing body of the City of Blair demonstrates their
commitment to the mitigation of hazards and achieving the goals outlined in the 2016 Papio
Missouri River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, the governing body of the City of Blair, does herewith adopt and approve
the 2016 Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan Update in its entirety
COUNCIL MEMBER WOLFF MOVED THAT THE RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS
READ, WHICH SAID MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER ANDERSEN.
UPON ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS SHEPARD, STEWART, WILLIS, HANSEN,
ANDERSEN, WOLFF AND HALL VOTING "AYE", AND COUNCIL MEMBERS NONE
VOTING "NAY, THE MAYOR DECLARED THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION PASSED
AND ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE, 2016.
ATTEST:
BRENDA R.WHEELER, CITY CLERK
(SEAL)
CITY OF BLAIR, NEBRASKA
IZZ-A %^--- /-- (-4^,
JAQj, S E. REALPH, MAYbR
STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) :ss:
WASHINGTON COUNTY )
BRENDA R. WHEELER, hereby certifies that she is the duly appointed, qualified and acting
City Clerk of the City of Blair, Nebraska, and that the above and foregoing Resolution was
passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of said City held on the
28th day of June, 2016.
BRENDA WHEELER, CITY CLERK
FEBRUARY 2016
WASHINGTON COUNTY
APPENDIX
PAPIO-MISSOURI RIVER NRD MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
0
CONTENTS
PLANOVERVIEW.......................................................................................................1
WASHINGTON COUNTY.............................................................................................3
VILLAGE OF ARLINGTON.........................................................................................28
CITYOF BLAIR.........................................................................................................47
CITY OF FORT CALHOUN........................................................................................69
VILLAGEOF HERMAN..............................................................................................88
ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT...............................................................106
BLAIR COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT...............................................................119
FORT CALHOUN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS..............................................................130
Section Seven: Washington County Appendix Overview
PLAN OVERVIEW
This plan is an update to the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (P-MRNRD) Multi -Hazard
Mitigation Plan (HMP) approved in 2011. The plan update was developed in compliance with the
requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000).
Hazard mitigation planning is a process in which hazards are identified and profiled, people and facilities
at risk are identified and assessed for threats and potential vulnerabilities, and strategies and mitigation
measures are identified. The goal of the process is to reduce risk and vulnerability, in order to lessen impacts
to life, the economy, and infrastructure. Hazard mitigation planning increases the ability of communities to
effectively function in the face of natural and manmade disasters.
The potential for disaster losses and the probability of occurrence of natural and manmade hazards present
a significant concern for the communities participating in this plan update. The driving motivation behind
the update of this hazard mitigation plan is to reduce vulnerability and the likelihood of impacts to the
health, safety, and welfare of all citizens in the planning area. To this end, the Regional Planning Team and
participating jurisdictions reviewed, updated, and approved goals and objectives which helped guide the
process of identifying both broad-based and community specific mitigation strategies and projects that will,
if implemented, reduce their vulnerability and help build stronger, more resilient communities. The goals
and objectives for this plan update are as follows:
Goal 1: Protect the Health and Safety of the Public
Objective 1.1: Continued compliance with National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for
participating communities; join NFIP if not currently participating
Objective 1.2: Construct safe rooms in schools, public buildings, and in select locations, at public
outdoor venues
Objective 1.3: Update or obtain additional outdoor warning sirens, as needed, in the project area
Objective 1.4. Develop additional emergency notification methods to alert the public of potential
hazards
Objective 1.5: Provide educational opportunities for the public to promote preparedness in the
project area
Objective 1.6: Reduce flooding of developed residential and commercial areas
Goal 2: Reduce or Prevent Future Damage to Critical Facilities, Critical Infrastructure, and
Maintain Their Operation after a Hazard
Objective 2.1: Protect power lines throughout the NRD by burying them or reinforcing them
Objective 2.2: Obtain generators and other backup power systems required to keep critical
facilities, critical infrastructure, and emergency operations running after a hazard event
Objective 2.3: Evaluate and idents infrastructure systems that require improvements in order to
reduce or prevent damage from hazards
Objective 2.4: Protect all existing public infrastructure from flooding
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Goal 3: Reduce or Prevent Future Damage to Existing Properties and Natural Resources
Objective 3.1: Enforce regulations and building codes promoting wise development and
construction that reduces the potential for damage to existing or future structures and property
Objective 3.2: Protect existing streambanks and beds from erosion/downcutting
Objective 3.3: Perform studies to determine locations of concern and evaluate projects to mitigate
against the damage caused by hazards
Objective 3.4: Develop projects to reduce or prevent damage to public structures
Objective 3.5: Improve local drainage and stabilize creeks where necessary
Objective 3.6: Improve protection procedures for structures throughout the planning area to
reduce damage from hazard events
Objective 3.7. Implement a mitigation plan for tree trimming and tree removal
Objective 3.8: Improve and protect area roads and drainage structures against hazards
Objective 3.9: Maintain and improve surface water quality
Goal 4: Promote Efficient Use of Public Funds
Objective 4.1: Maximize funding opportunities through grant money and other outside sources
Objective 4.2: Prioritize projects based on greatest risk
Objective 4.3: Encourage individual property owners to develop independent measures to protect
their property and not rely on public funding
PLAN ORGANIZATION
This HMP is comprised of three primary components:
• The regional overview, analysis, and plan documentation
• Seven participant appendices (One for each of the six participating counties plus one for the Papio-
Missouri River NRD)
• An appendix of procedural documentation and resolutions of participation and adoption
This participant appendix includes all of the participating jurisdictions from Washington County, which
includes jurisdictional specific information for each participant. Additional information regarding the
planning process, demographics and asset inventory, regional risk assessment and methodology, mitigation
strategy, and plan implementation and maintenance can be found in the regional portion of the plan.
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PARTICIPANT SECTION
FOR THE
CITY OF BLAIR
Papio-Missouri River NRD
Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
February 2016
Section Seven: City of Blair Participant Section
INTRODUCTION
The 2016 Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (P-MRNRD) Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard
Mitigation Plan (HMP) is an update to the plan that was adopted by the P-MRNRD in August 2011. 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 that's also
provided in the Regional section, but rather is specific information for the City of Blair, 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
PARTICIPATION
LOCAL PLANNING TEAM
Table BLR.1 provides the list of participating members that comprised the City of Blair 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, future
development trends, hazard history and impacts, identifying hazards of greatest concern for the community,
and prioritization of mitigation actions that address the hazards that pose a risk to the community.
Table BLR.1: City of Blair Local Planning Team
Name
Title
Department / Jurisdiction
Phil Green
Assistant City Administrator
City of Blair
Rod Storm
City Administrator
City of Blair
Al Schoemaker
Public Works Director
Blair Public Works
PUBLICPARTICIPATION
The local planning team made efforts to notify the public of this planning effort and how they could
participate in the development of the plan update. The following table identifies the dates and types of
public outreach notifications.
Table BLR.2: Public Notification Efforts
Date
Notification
Location
February 17, 2015
Project Website
httv:Hieo.com/pUiohmp/
May 2015
Post Project Flyer
City Hall
April 14, 2015
Passed Resolution of Participation
City Council Meeting
December 22, 2015 —
January 30, 2016
Participant Section available for public
comment and review
h!W:Hieo.com/paapiohml/
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Section Seven: City of Blair Participant Section
LOCAnoNAND GEOGRAPHY
The City of Blair is located in far east -central portion of Washington County and covers an area of 5.51
square miles. Major waterways in the area include the Missouri River, forming a portion of the eastern
boundary of the city, Cameron Ditch, Unnamed Creek, and Cauble Creek.
Figure BLRA: Map of the City of Blair
Blair, Nebraska
bwo
<a Papio-Missouri River NRD
2016 Hazard Mitigation Plan
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Section Seven: City of Blair Participant Section
CLIMATE
For Blair, the average high temperature for the month of July is 89.2 degrees Fahrenheit and the average
low temperature for the month of January is 12.4 degrees Fahrenheit. On average, Arlington gets 29.29
inches of rain and 31.0 inches of snowfall per year. The following table compares these climate indicators
with those of the entire state.
Table BLR.3: Climate Data for Blair
Age
Blair
Planning Area
State of Nebraska
July High Ternp
89.2F
85.6°F
88.0°F
January Low Ternp
12.4°F
11.80F
12.0°F
Annual Rainfall
29.29 inches
30.64 inches
30.3 inches
Annual Snowfall
31.0 inches
31.2 inches
1 25.9 inches
Source: NCDC Climate Data Online, 1981-2010 Climate Normals
TRANSPORTATION
Blair's major transportation corridors include U.S. Highways 75 and 30, and County Route 91. U.S.
Highway 30 has 6,270 vehicles per day with 1,030 of those heavy commercial vehicles. U.S. Highway 75
has 6,795 vehicles per day of which 630 of them are heavy commercial vehicles. County Route 91 has an
average of 1885 vehicles and 245 heavy commercial vehicles.. The Union Pacific Railroad has a rail line
that goes through the center of Blair from west to east. Transportation information is important to hazard
mitigation plans because it suggests possible evacuation corridors in the community, as well as areas more
at risk to transportation incidents. Some critical facilities are located along main transportation routes. The
hospital is located along U.S. Highway 75. The Union Pacific Railroad line runs near the water treatment
plant.
DEMOGRAPHICS
The following figure displays the historical population trend from 1930 to 2010. This figure indicates that
the population of Blair has been increasing since 1930. When population is increasing, areas of the city
may experience housing developments or a lack of properties available for rent or to own. Increasing
populations can also represent increasing tax revenue for the community, which could make
implementation of mitigation actions possible.
Figure BLR.2: Population 1930 - 2010
ulation
9,000
7,990
7,561
8,000
6,860
7,000
6,106
6,000
4,931
5,000
3,815
4,000
2,791
3,000
2,000
1,000
0
1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010
Year
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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The following table indicates the City of Blair has a higher percentage of children under the age of 5 than
the rest of the county. The median age is five years younger as compared to the county. Very young
populations may be more vulnerable to certain hazards than other population groups. For a more elaborate
discussion of this vulnerability, please see Section Four: Risk Assessment.
Table BLR.4: Population b Age
Age
Blair
Washington County
State of Nebraska
<5
7.1%
5.6%
7.2%
5-64
78.1%
79.8%
79.2%
>64
14.8%
14.5%
13.6%
Median
36.0
1 41.0
36.2
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010, Table DP -1
The following table indicates that Blair's median household income is significantly lower than the rest of
the county, and the median home value and rent are also lower than the county. These economic indicators
are relevant to hazard mitigation because they indicate the relative economic strength compared to the
county and state as a whole. Economic indicators may also influence a community's resiliency to hazardous
events.
Table BLR.5: Housing and Income
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2009-2013 American Community Surveys 5 -year Estimates, Table DP03 and DP04
The following figure indicates that the majority of the housing (58 percent) in Blair was built prior to 1980.
According to 2009-2013 ACS 5 -year estimates, the community has 3,452 housing units with 88.3 percent
of those units occupied. The initial Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) was identified on July 16, 1981.
Housing built prior to 1981 may not be constructed to include the base flood elevation requirements and
are at risk to flooding. This housing information is relevant to hazard mitigation insofar as the age of
housing may indicate which housing units were built prior to state building codes being developed.
Furthermore, unoccupied housing may suggest that future development may be less likely to occur. Finally,
communities with a substantial number of mobile homes may be more vulnerable to the impacts of high
winds, tornados, and severe winter storms. There are approximately 73 mobile homes in the community.
The Longview Mobile Home Park is located on Lincoln Street between 101 and 111 Streets.
Papio-Missouri River NRD Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan ♦ February 2016 51
Blair
Washington County
State of Nebraska
Median Household Income
$50,417
$65,409
$51,672
Per Capita Income
$24,041
$29,328
$26,899
Median Home Value
$140,400
$169,700
$128,000
Median Rent
$687
$722
$706
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2009-2013 American Community Surveys 5 -year Estimates, Table DP03 and DP04
The following figure indicates that the majority of the housing (58 percent) in Blair was built prior to 1980.
According to 2009-2013 ACS 5 -year estimates, the community has 3,452 housing units with 88.3 percent
of those units occupied. The initial Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) was identified on July 16, 1981.
Housing built prior to 1981 may not be constructed to include the base flood elevation requirements and
are at risk to flooding. This housing information is relevant to hazard mitigation insofar as the age of
housing may indicate which housing units were built prior to state building codes being developed.
Furthermore, unoccupied housing may suggest that future development may be less likely to occur. Finally,
communities with a substantial number of mobile homes may be more vulnerable to the impacts of high
winds, tornados, and severe winter storms. There are approximately 73 mobile homes in the community.
The Longview Mobile Home Park is located on Lincoln Street between 101 and 111 Streets.
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Figure BLR.3: Housing Units by Year Built
Housing Units by Year Built
700
590
600 566
4
500 89
°A 392 404
400
x
o 300
a�
200
Z
101
loo
0
0
Before 1939 1940-1949 1950-1959 1960-1969 1970-1979 1980-1989 1990-1999 2000-2009 2010 -
Years Built
Source: Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2009-2013 American Community Surveys 5 -year Estimates, Table DP04
TnhIA RT,R_A- Nnnaina Units
Jurisdiction
Total Housing Units
Occupied Housing Units
Occupied Vacant
Owner
Renter
Number
Percent Number Percent
Number - Percent
Number
Percent
Blair
3,049
88.3% 403 11.7%
2,101 68.9%
948
31.1%
Washington
County
7,647
91.9% 665 8.01.
5,971 78.1%
1,676
Source: Selected Housing Characteristics: 2009 - 2013 ACS 5 -year estimate
MAJOR EMPLOYERS
Major employers in the community include Blair Public Schools, Memorial Community Hospital, and
industrial businesses. A number of residents commute to communities such as Omaha, Council Bluffs, and
Fremont. However, a number of people commute into Blair from surrounding areas as well.
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
No major developments have occurred in the past five years in Blair due to a slower economy. According
to the census data, Blair's population is experiencing steady growth. This growth is attributable to healthy
industrial businesses in Blair and the proximity to the Omaha metro. Continued steady growth is expected
in the next five years.
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Figure BLRA: Developed Areas
Blair, Nebraska
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Land Use Map
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Section Seven: City of Blair Participant Section
Figure BLR.5: Proposed Land Use
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0 Proposed Residential
Proposed Commercial/Retail
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PARCEL IMPROVEMENTS AND VAL UA TION
The planning team requested GIS parcel data from GIS Workshop, which the county hires to manage the
County Assessor data. 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 BLR.7: Parcel Improvements
Number of
Total Improvement
Mean Value of
Number of
Value of
Improvements
Value
Improvements Per
Improvements in
Improvements in
650 Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Sulfuric Acid
Parcel
Floodplain
Floodplain
2,279
$451,728,810
$198,214
263
$42,270,805
Source: GIS Workshop/Washington County Assessor
CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTUREIKEYRESOURCES
CHEMICAL STORAGE FIXED SITES
According to the Tier II System reports submitted to the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality,
there are a total of 12 chemical storage sites in Blair that house materials that are categorized as hazardous.
Table BLR.8: Chemical Storage Fixed Sites
Facility
Address
Hazardous Material
Blair Potable Water Treatment
742 E Fairview Dr., Blair
Chlorine
CF Industries Sales LLC
250 S. Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Anhydrous Ammonia
Cargill Inc.
650 Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Sulfuric Acid
Evonik Corporation
650 Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Anhydrous Ammonia, Sulfuric
Acid
Gerhold Concrete Co
201 Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Formaldehyde Solution
Nature Works LLC
650 Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Sulfuric Acid
Novozymes Blair Inc.
600 S. 1St St., Blair
Sulfuric Acid
OPPD Fort Calhoun Station
9610 Power Ln, Blair
Sulfuric Acid, Hydrazine
Aqueous Solution
OPPD Substation No. 1226
State Highway 91, Blair
Sulfuric Acid
OPPD Substation No. 1298
County Road P35A, Blair
Sulfuric Acid
PURAC America Inc South
650 Industrial Park Dr., Blair
Sulfuric Acid
Verizon Wireless 19th & Colfax
1617 State St., Blair
Sulfuric Acid
Source: Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality
The local planning team is concerned that the community may not have the appropriate warning systems
and notification in the event of a chemical spill. In the event of a spill, the local fire department with hazmat
inter -local agreements will respond.
HISTORIC SITES
According to the National Register of Historic Places for Nebraska, there are 4 historic sites located in or
near Blair.
Table BLR.9: National Historic Registry
Site Name
Date Listed
In Floodplain?
Congregational Church of Blair
2/1/1979
N
Abraham Castetter House
6/25/1982
N
Blair High School
3/14/1991
N
Source: Nebraska State Historical Society
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CRITICAL FACILITIES
Each participating jurisdiction identified critical facilities vital for disaster response, providing shelter to
the public (i.e. Red Cross Shelter), 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 BLR.10: List of Critical Facilities in Blair
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Red
Located in
CF
Type
Name
Address
Cross
Generator
Floodplain
Number
Shelter
(,/N)
1
School
Superintendent
140 S. 161h, Blair
N
N
N
of Schools
Deerfield
1100 Deerfield Blvd.,
2
School
Elementary
Blair
N
N
N
School
Blair North
3
School
Elementary
1326 Park St., Blair
Y
N
N
School
Blair South
4
School
Elementary
1616 Butler St, Blair
Y
N
Y
School
5
School
Blair High
440 N. 10th St, Blair
Y
N
N
School
6
Wastewater
glair WWTF
850 Fairview Dr.
N
Y
Y
Facility
7
School
Good Tidings
2146 Wright St.
N
N
N
Preschool
8
School
Goldenrod Hills
1551 Front St, Blair
N
N
N
Head Start
9
School
Joy Preschool
141 S. 20th St, Blair
N
j N
N
Metropolitan
10
College
Community
810 N 22nd Street
N
N
N
College
11
Nursing
Crowell Home
245 S 22nd Street
N
Unknown
N
Home
12
Nursing
Enlivant
1028 JoAnn Dr
N
Unknown
N
Home
Nursing
Good Shepard
13
Lutheran
2242 Wright Street
N
Unknown
N
Home
Community
14
Police
Blair Police
1730 Lincoln Street
N
Y
N
Department
15
Municipal
Blair City Hall
218 S 16th Street
N
N
N
16
Fire
Blair South Fire
16' & Linden Streets
N
Y
N
Station
17
Fire
Blair North Fire
�,
19 &Nebraska
N
Y
N
Station
Blair Arbor
18
School
Park Middle
1717 Adams St, Blair
Y
N
N
School
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*This is not mapped as it is too far south of the map. See Washington County's section for a location on the map.
Papio-Missouri River NRD Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan ♦ February 2016 57
Red
Located in
CF
Type
Name
Address
Cross
Generator
Floodplain
Number
Shelter
)
(Y/N)
19
Community
YMCA
1278 Wilber St.
Y
N
N
Building
20
Church
First Lutheran
2145 Wright St.
Y
N
N
Church
21
Church
First Baptist
205 S. 18111 St.
Y
N
N
Church
Memorial
22
Hospital
Community
810 N 22,d Street
N
Y
N
Hospital
23*
Airport
Blair Municipal
2735 NE -133
N
N
N
Airport
24
Church
Country Bible
13121 Co Road 16
Y
N
N
Church
25
Nursing
Autumn Point
501 N 13th
N
N
N
Home
Consolidated
26
Port Facility
Blenders, Blair
550 Marina Drive
N/A
N/A
Y
Terminal Dock
Gerald Otte
27
School
Blair Middle
555 Jackson St, Blair
Y
N
N
School
*This is not mapped as it is too far south of the map. See Washington County's section for a location on the map.
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Figure BLR.6: Critical Facilities
GwiW.:NA
Blair, Nebraska
Iowa �•nie
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HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES
The NCDC Storm Events Database reported 61 severe weather events from January 1996 through July
2015. Refer to the table below for detailed information of each severe weather event including date,
magnitude, and property damage.
The property damages from the NCDC Storm Events Database should be considered as broad estimates
only. The National Weather Service makes a best guess on these amounts at the time of the publication
from a variety of sources. 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. The USDA Risk Management Agency provides crop damage by hazard, but at the
county level only. For this information, please refer to Washington County's participant section.
Table BLR.11: NCDC Severe Weather Events
Date
Hazard
Magnitude
Deaths
Injuries
Property Damage
5/31/1996
Lightning
-
0
0
$35,000
4/14/1998
Thunderstorm Wind
60 kts
0
0
$44,000
5/22/2004
Hail
2.75 in.
0
0
$10,000,000
7/12/2004
Thunderstorm Wind
65 kts EG
0
0
$100,000
7/1/2011
Flood
-
0
0
$500,000
8/1/2011
Flood
-
0
0
$25,000
9/1/2011
Flood
-
0
0
$100,000
6/3/2014
Hail
2.75-4.50 in.
0
0
Unknown*
6/21/2014
Flood
-
0
0
$5,000
Total
0
0
$10,809,000
Source: January 1996 -July 2015 NCDC
in. = inches; kts = knots; EG = Estimated Gust
*This hail event was well documented and hit several car dealerships in Blair. NCDC does not have an estimate at this time.
MsKASSESSMENT
HAT.ARD IDENTIFICATION
The following table is a localized risk assessment of hazards identified specifically for Blair. Refer to the
beginning of Section Seven: Participant Sections for a detailed explanation as to what this methodology is
and why certain hazards did not pose a significant enough threat and were eliminated from detailed
discussion.
Table BLR.12: Risk Assessment
HAZARD TYPE
PREVIOUS
OCCURRENCE
Yes/No
LOCAL
LOSSES
SPECIFIC CONCERNS
IDENTIFIED
Agricultural Animal Disease
Yes
-
Economic impacts
Agricultural Plant Disease
Yes
-
Economic impacts
Chemical Spills (Fixed Site)
No
-
Public safety
Chemical Spills (Transportation)
Yes
-
Public safety; road closures
Civil Disorder
No
-
None
Dam Failure
No
-
None
Drought
Yes
-
None
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HAZARD TYPE
PREVIOUS
OCCURRENCE
Yes/No
LOCAL
LOSSES
SPECIFIC CONCERNS
IDENTIFIED
Earthquakes
No
-
None
Extreme Heat
Yes
-
Vulnerable Populations
Flooding*
Yes
$4,000,000**
Public safety; damage to critical
facilities; possible evacuations;
road closures
Grass/Wildfires
Yes
-
None
Hail*
Yes
$10,000,000
Property damages; economic
impacts
High Winds
Yes
-
Property damages; power outages
Landslides
No
-
None
Levee Failure
No
-
None
Radiological Incident (Fixed Site)
No
-
Possible evacuation; public safety
Radiological Incident (Transportation)
No
-
None
Severe Thunderstorms*
Yes
$179,000
Property damages; power outages
Severe Winter Storms*
Yes
-
Power outages; road closures
Terrorism
No
-
None
Tornados*
No
-
Public safety; economic impacts;
property and critical facility
damages; power outages
Urban Fire
No
-
Property damages
*Identified by the planning team as atop concern for the jurisdiction
**Losses identified by the planning team
For more information regarding these area wide hazards, please see Section Four: Risk Assessment. The
following discussion provides community specific information as reported in Blair's Risk Assessment
Summary, that is relevant to each hazard.
Flooding
Due to damages from previous events and its proximity to the Missouri River, the local planning team
identified flooding as a top concern for the community. In the summer of 2011, there was significant
flooding throughout the planning area. According to the NCDC, flooding in that summer caused over
$625,000 in damages. However, the local planning team estimates that flood damages within the last five
years total over $4,000,000. In July 2011, the Missouri River near Blair climbed to 32 foot flood stage. The
city spent $500,000 to build up a levee surrounding the water treatment plant. Recreational areas and roads
along the river were flooded. Flooding persisted through August due to record releases from the Gavins
Point Dam on the Missouri River. For additional information regarding the flooding of 2011, please refer
to Section Four: Risk Assessment.
The City of Blair is a member of the NFIP and has 73 policies in force for a total of $13,390,900. There are
no repetitive flood loss properties in the City of Blair.
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Table BLR.13: Improvements in the Floodplain
Value of
Number of
Number of
Percentage of Affected
Improvements in
Improvements Affected
Improvements in
Improvements
Floodplain
Community
$42,270,805
263
2,279
11.5%
Source: Washington County Assessor
Implemented mitigation actions:
• Member of the NFIP
Identified mitigation actions:
• Enforce floodplain regulations
• Channel maintenance and stabilization
• Stormwater management ordinance
• Increase channel capacity
Hail
Hail is not only one of the most common hazards in Blair, it is also the most costly. A hail event in 2004,
caused $10 million in damages. Ten years later, in June 2014, another large hail event caused significant
damages throughout the city. Hailstones from that event measured from 2.75 inches to 4.5 inches and caused
significant damages to siding, windows, roofs, and cars. Critical facilities have experienced damages from
past hail events. Damages to roofs, air conditioning units, and the wastewater treatment plant were
identified by the local planning team.
Implemented mitigation actions:
• Municipal facilities are insured for hail
Identified mitigation actions:
• Consider hail resistant material for roofs
Radiological Incidents (Fixed Site)
The Fort Calhoun Nuclear Power Plant is located about five miles southeast of Blair. Although not
identified as a top concern for the community, the City of Blair would be in the evacuation zone in the event
of an emergency. For additional information regarding the Fort Calhoun Nuclear Power Plant, please refer
to Section Four: Risk Assessment.
Implemented mitigation actions:
• Emergency exercises are conducted regularly
Identified mitigation actions:
• Provide educational outreach opportunities
Severe Thunderstorms
Severe thunderstorms are a regular part of the climate in Blair. Severe thunderstorms can lead to additional
hazards such as high winds, hail, lightning, and flash floods. The local planning team indicated that past
events have caused power outages, damaged trees, and blocked roads. Municipal records are protected with
surge protectors on electronic devices. Some critical facilities have backup power generators such as the
fire station. The wastewater treatment plant is in the process of obtaining backup power. Approximately
20% of power lines have been buried within Blair. All new subdivisions have buried power lines.
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Implemented mitigation actions:
• New subdivisions have power lines buried
Identified mitigation actions:
• Obtain back-up power generators for critical facilities
Severe Winter Storms
Severe winter weather regularly occurs in Blair as well as the planning area. Severe winter storms can result
in major snow fall and ice accumulation that damages power lines, creates dangerous driving conditions,
and closes schools. According to the local planning team, the last major event was in October of 1997,
which caused significant icing and damaged power lines and trees. Streets are cleared by city staff and snow
removal resources have been determined to be sufficient for local events.
Implemented mitigation actions:
• Sufficient snow removal equipment
Identified mitigation actions:
• Obtain back-up power generators for critical facilities
Tornados
Although there has not been a recorded tornadic event in Blair, tornados are common within the planning
area. Tornados have the potential to cause loss of life and significant damages to property. The community
does not have a safe room and thus residents seeking shelter have limited options. Past high wind events
have caused power outages and tree damages. According to the local planning team, critical facilities have
experienced minor damages from past high wind events. The county offers text alerts to warn residents of
impending hazard events. Region 5/6 Emergency Management engages in outreach activities to educate the
public regarding tornados and high winds. In the event of a disaster, Blair does have a mutual aid agreement
with neighboring communities.
Implemented mitigation actions:
• Provides educational outreach opportunities
• Mutual aid agreement with neighboring communities
Identified mitigation actions:
• Obtain back-up power generators for critical facilities
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GovERNaNCE
A community's governance indicates the number of boards or offices that may be available to help
implement hazard mitigation actions. Blair has a number of offices or departments that may be involved in
implementing hazard mitigation initiatives.
• City Administration
• Clerk
• Treasurer
• Public Works Department
• Building Department
• Cemetery and Parks Department
• Fire and Rescue Department
• Police Department
• Economic Development
• Municipal Airport
• Planning Commission
CAPABILITYASSESSMENT
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 BLR.14: Capability Assessment
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Survey Components/Subcomponents
Existing (Yes/No)
Comprehensive Plan
Under Development
Capital Improvements Plan
No
Hazard Mitigation Plan
Yes
Economic Development Plan
No
Emergency Operational Plan
Yes (County)
Natural Resources Protection Plan
No
Planning
Open Space Preservation Plan
No
and
Floodplain Management Plan
No
Regulatory
Storm Water Mana ement Plan
No
Capability
Zoning Ordinance
Yes
Subdivision Regulation/Ordinance
Yes
Floodplain Ordinance
Yes
Building Codes
Yes
National Flood Insurance Program
Yes
Community Rating System
No
Other if an
Planning Commission
Yes
Hazard Mitigation Planning Commission
No
Administrative and
Floodplain Administration
Yes
Technical
Emergency Manager
Yes(County)
Capability
GIS Coordinator
No
Chief Building Official
Yes
Civil Engineering
Yes
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Survey Components/Subcomponents
Existing (Yes/No)
Staff Who Can Assess Community's Vulnerability to
Hazards
Yes
Grant Manager
No
Other (if an
Capital Improvement Project Funding
No
Community Development Block Grant
No
Authority to Levy Taxes for Specific Purposes
Yes
Gas/Electric Service Fees
No
Fiscal
Storm Water Service Fees
No
Capability
Water/Sewer Service Fees
Yes
Development Impact Fees
No
General Obligation Revenue or Special Tax Bonds
Yes
Other if an
Local citizen groups or non-profit organizations focused on
environmental protection, emergency preparedness, access
and functional needs populations, etc.
Yes
Education
and
Ongoing public education or information program (e.g.,
responsible water use, fire safety, household preparedness,
environmental education)
Yes
Outreach
Natural Disaster or Safety related school programs
Yes
Capability
StormReady Certification
No
Firewise Communities Certification
No
Public-private partnership initiatives addressing disaster-
related issues
No
Other (if any)
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PLANS, DOCUMENTS, AND INFORMATION USED
Throughout the planning process, a number of studies, reports, and technical information have been used
to develop the plan. A listing of general sources of information used for all sections of the plan is listed in
Section 2: Planning Process. Below is a list of specific sources used to establish Blair's participant section.
Table BLR.15: Sources, Plans, Reports, and Regulations
Source/Report/Regulation Date Completed
Hazard Mitigation Plan 2011
Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP) 2011
Comprehensive Plan Under Development
PLANINTEGRATION
Building safe and smart communities can be accomplished through effective Plan integration. Integrating
hazard mitigation principles into other local planning mechanisms, such as plans addressing land use,
transportation, climate change, sustainability, natural and cultural resource protection, watershed
management, economic development and others can greatly increase an area's level of resiliency. While
this HMP planning process involved interdepartmental coordination at the local level, this planning process
also sought to analyze how existing planning mechanisms were presently integrated and make suggestions
for further integration. The plans listed in the preceding table were analyzed using guidance from FEMA's
2014 Plan Integration Guide. The following paragraphs present a summary of the findings of this analysis.
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Blair participated in the 2011 Papio-Missouri River NRD Hazard Mitigation Plan, which was an update to
the original 2006 plan. The 2011 HMP was referred to throughout the development of the 2016 HMP
update.
The Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP) for Blair, which was last updated in 2011, is an annex of
Washington County's LEOP. It is an all hazards plan that does not address specific natural and man-made
disasters. It provides a clear assignment of responsibility in case of an emergency.
The city's Comprehensive Plan was currently under development at the time of this plan. However, an early
draft was available for review. The plan does discuss the location. of the floodway, the 1 percent annual
chance floodplain, and the 0.2 percent annual chance floodplain. It is recommended that the plan address
the Hazard Mitigation Plan, the hazards addressed, and the mitigation actions identified that the community
is interested in implementing.
On6oina or New Mitization Actions
Description
Back-up Power Generator
Analysis
Provide a portable or stationary source of backup power to redundant power supplies,
municipal wells, lift stations, and other critical facilities and shelters.
Goal/Objective
Goal 2/ Objective 2.2
Hazard(s) Addressed
All hazards
Estimated Cost
$50,000+
Funding
Local funds, HMGP
Timeline
1 2-5 years
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Public Works
Status
Ongoing
Description
Intake Structure for Water Treatment Plant
Analysis
Install a lower intake structure at Blair's Water Treatment Plant
Goal/Objective
Goal 2/ Objective 2.4
Hazards Addressed
All hazards
Estimated Cost
$100,000+
Funding
Local funds, FMA, PDM
Timeline
2-5 years
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Public Works
Status
Not yet started
Description
Maintain Good Standing with NFIP
Analysis
Maintain good standing with National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) including
floodplain management practices/ requirements and regulation enforcements and
updates.
Goal/Objective
Goal l/ Objective 1.1
Hazard(s) Addressed
Flooding
Estimated Cost
Existing Staff
Funding
N/A
Timeline
I Ongoing
Priority
High
Lead Agency
Floodplain Administrator
Status
Ongoing
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Description
Stormwater Management Ordinance
Analysis
Adopt a stormwater management ordinance for all commercial and residential
subdivision developments to limit the future impact of local floods
Goal/Objective
Goal 3/ Objective 3.1
Hazard(s) Addressed
Flooding, Earthquake, Tornado, Severe Thunderstorms
Estimated Cost
$10,000
Funding
Local funds
Timeline
1-3 years
Priority
High
Lead Agency
City Council
Status
Not yet started
Description
Urban Tree Management Plan
Analysis
Develop an urban tree management plan
Goal/Objective
Goal 3/ Objective 3.7
Hazard(s) Addressed
High Winds, Tornados, Hail, Flooding, Severe Winter Storms
Estimated Cost
$50,000
Funding
Local funds, Arbor Day Foundation
Timeline
2-5 years
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Planning Commission
Status
Not yet started
Description
Adequate Severe Weather Notifications
Analysis
Ensure adequate severe weather notification to critical facilities by purchasing weather
radios.
Goal/Objective
Goal l/ Objective 1.4
Hazard(s) Addressed
All hazards
Estimated Cost
$50/radio
Funding
Local funds, HMGP, Salvation Army
Timeline
Ongoing
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Fire Department
Status
Ongoing
Description
Complete Structural Inventory
Analysis
Complete a structural inventory of Blair. Data can be used in the event of a hazard or
disaster.
Goal/Objective
Goal 3/ Objective 3.3
Hazard(s) Addressed
All hazards
Estimated Cost
$50,000
Funding
Local funds
Timeline
2-5 years
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Planning Commission
Status
Not yet started
Description
Identify, Designate, and Publicize Tornado Shelters
Analysis
Ensure that residents are aware of and are able to locate tornado shelters in the event of
an emergency
Goal/Objective
Goal 1/ Objective 1.5
Hazard(s) Addressed
Tornado, Flooding, Severe Thunderstorms, Earthquake
Estimated Cost
$10,000
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Description
Identify, Designate, and Publicize Tornado Shelters
Funding
Local funds, HMGP
Timeline
Ongoing
Priority
High
Lead Agency
Emergency Management
Status
Ongoing
Description
Provide Severe Weather Notification
Analysis
Improve and/or provide severe weather notifications to residents via reverse 911 or other
new technology such as text alerts.
Goal/Objective
Goal l/ Objective 1.4
Hazard(s) Addressed
All hazards
Estimated Cost
$50,000
Funding
Local funds
Timeline
I Ongoing
Priority
Low
Lead Agency
City Administration
Status
Text alerts are provided through the county
Description
Increase Channel Capacity
Analysis
Increase channel capacity of area creeks at culverts.
Goal/Objective
Goal 3/ Objective 3.5
Hazard(s) Addressed
Flooding
Estimated Cost
$1,000,000+
Funding
Local funds, FMA, PDM
Timeline
1 2-5 years
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Public Works
Status
Not yet started.
Description
Channel Maintenance and Stabilization
Analysis
Maintain channels and stabilize in order to protect more than one parcel. Channel
stabilization can protect structures, increase conveyance, and provide flooding benefits.
Goal/Objective
Goal 3/ Objective 3.2
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
Estimated Cost
Unknown
Funding
Local funds, FMA, PDM
Timeline
1 2-5 years
Priority
Medium
Lead Agency
Public Works
Status
Not yet started.
Description
Assess storm shelter needs and availabiHty
Analysis
Assess storm shelter needs and availability and provide shelters to vulnerable
populations.
Goal/Objective
Goal 1/ Objective 1.2
Hazards Addressed
Tornados, Severe Thunderstorms, Flooding, Earthquakes
Estimated Cost
$200-$300/s ft stand alone; $150-$200/s ft addition/retrofit
Funding
Local funds, HMGP, PDM
Timeline
5 years
Priority
Low
Lead Agency
City Administration
Status
Not yet started.
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