Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
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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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.52 ft
the river reaches the The bottom of the instrument shelter shelf.
16 ft
the river reaches the I-beams of the U. S. Highway 82 bridge.
15 ft
the river reaches moderate flood stage, flooding the approaches of U. S. Highway 82 1/2 mile east of the bridge, as well as lower structures at Wilbank Trucking, Inc.
13.51 ft
the river reaches the floor of the instrument shelter.
12.5 ft
the river reaches minor flood stage. Structures at Wilbank Trucking, Inc., located approximately 1/4 mile east of the gage, begin to flood.
12 ft
the river reaches bankfull. Overbank flooding occurs about 1/2 mile upstream from the gage and spreads onto the flood plain. As a result, river width increases to approximately 1 mile in some reaches. Minor flooding of low-lying areas occurs, but no significant damage is expected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 1911 | 16.7 ft | 41,000 cfs |
| Sep 17, 1919 | 15.9 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| May 29, 1937 | 14.7 ft | 45,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pecos River 6 miles E of Artesia?
The Pecos River 6 miles E of Artesia gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08396500) 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 Pecos River 6 miles E of Artesia?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pecos River 6 miles E of Artesia is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Pecos River 6 miles E of Artesia gauge located?
The gauge is located in Eddy County, New Mexico at coordinates 32.8409°N, 104.3238°W. USGS site number: 08396500. 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 12 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.