RIVER GAUGE
Black River 5 miles W of Malaga
Eddy County, New Mexico
Water level0.72 ft
Flow1 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action12 ft
Minor flood18 ft
Moderate flood21 ft
Major flood22 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 21 ft
the river reaches moderate flood stage. All area roads are impassable, and the river gage shelter is likely inaccessible.
- 18 ft
the river reaches minor flood stage, and area rangeland continues flooding. Low water crossings and other low-lying areas along nearby roads are flooded.
- 12 ft
the river reaches bankfull. At stages above 12 feet, area rangeland begins to flood. Low water crossings at State Route 396, Ogden Road, and Higby Road are completely inundated and impassable.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1966 | 21.7 ft | 74,600 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1907 | 20.5 ft | — |
| Sep 20, 1941 | 19 ft | 33,000 cfs |
DownstreamBlack River 1 mile NE of Malaga ↗
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