RIVER GAUGE
Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Malaga
Eddy County, New Mexico
Water level2.71 ft
Flow63 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action20 ft
Minor flood30 ft
Moderate flood35 ft
Major flood42 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 42 ft
the river reaches major flood stage, flooding area roads and rangeland. A residence at Pierce Canyon Crossing 2 miles downstream on the east bank may be threatened.
- 35 ft
the river reaches moderate flood stage. Some secondary roads flood. Otherwise, no significant damage is expected.
- 30 ft
the river reaches minor flood stage, and floods low lying areas. Pierce Canyon Crossing 2 miles downstream of the gage is completely inundated.
- 10 ft
this is the estimated stage where Pierce Canyon Crossing 2 miles downstream becomes impassable.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1966 | 42.1 ft | 120,000 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1986 | 31.41 ft | 49,100 cfs |
| Aug 31, 1919 | 29.4 ft | 40,400 cfs |
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