Major Flood
12 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
A flood of major proportions is occurring along the Jemez River from above Jemez Springs down to Jemez Reservoir. Highway 4 just north of San Ysidro is impassable as water is flowing over the bridge or the approaches to the bridge. Other sections of highway 4 may also be impassable due to flooding along the Jemez River and its tributaries.
10 ft
Widespread overbank flooding is occurring. Bridges in and around Jemez Springs are either impassable or unsafe to cross due to the high water and debris caught up in the fast flow.
8 ft
Significant overbank flows are occurring from above Jemez Springs down through San Ysidro, including the Jemez Pueblo. Campgrounds and fishing sites along the Jemez River are inaccessible. Further rises will result in bridges becoming unsafe to cross in and around Jemez Springs.
7 ft
Between 7 and 8 feet multiple locations along highway 4 between San Ysidro and Jemez Springs will see water crossing the road from tributaries and low water crossing points. The Wastewater Treatment plant 1 mile downstream of Jemez Springs can be impacted between 7 and 7.7 feet. Water will be on Highway 4 at mile marker 1, 2 and 13. Homes near the river in San Ysidro could be impacted.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2006 | 11.94 ft | 2,594 cfs |
| May 5, 1941 | 10.9 ft | 6,000 cfs |
| Jul 14, 1985 | 10.1 ft | 4,540 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jemez River above Jemez Pueblo?
The Jemez River above Jemez Pueblo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08324000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Jemez River above Jemez Pueblo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jemez River above Jemez Pueblo is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jemez River rises?
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Where is the Jemez River above Jemez Pueblo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sandoval County, New Mexico at coordinates 35.6619°N, 106.7433°W. USGS site number: 08324000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 12 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.