Major Flood
7.5 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
6 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
Widespread flooding is in progress or is imminent along the Upper Pecos River, mainly above the town of Pecos. Portions of state route 63 north of the fish hatchery are under water. Private bridges over the river may be washed away and homes along the river could experience significant flood damage.
6 ft
Water threatens homes nearest the river along the Upper Pecos. The Pecos river has not been this high since 1929. Portions of state road 63 above the fish hatchery may become impassable due to water over the road. Private bridges on the Upper Pecos above the town of Pecos may become impassable or be washed away.
5 ft
Fast flowing water may erode banks and approach homes near the river. Private bridges could drive localized flooding as debris accumulates along the upstream sides. Further rises may make bridges unsafe to cross and isolate residents.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 1929 | 6.2 ft | 4,500 cfs |
| May 20, 1991 | 5.12 ft | 2,980 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1997 | 4.79 ft | 2,060 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PCON5
River
Pecos River
County
San Miguel, NM
Coordinates
35.7083°N, 105.6828°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pecos River above Pecos?
The Pecos River above Pecos gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08378500) 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 above Pecos?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pecos River above Pecos is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pecos River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pecos River above Pecos to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Pecos River above Pecos gauge located?
The gauge is located in San Miguel County, New Mexico at coordinates 35.7083°N, 105.6828°W. USGS site number: 08378500. 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.