Major Flood
27 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
19.5 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Streets in the village of San Francisco between interstate 25 and the Rio Grande just south of Bernardo are being flooded. Water levels in the Lower Rio Puerco have not been this high since July of 1944. The nearby railroad bridge may also be flooded. Further rises will impact Interstate 25 traffic.
19.5 ft
At the initial flood stage of 19.5 feet, the water level in the Lower Rio Puerco will begin to threaten several homes and structures in the village of San Francisco between Interstate 25 and the Rio Grande. Further rises in water levels would begin to flood the village of San Francisco. The last time the water level reached 19.5 feet in the Rio Puerco near Bernardo was August 10 2006.
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 22, 1941 | 27.9 ft | 18,800 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2013 | 21.22 ft | 7,131 cfs |
| Jul 27, 2018 | 20.27 ft | 7,684 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rio Puerco near Bernardo?
The Rio Puerco near Bernardo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08353000) 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 Rio Puerco near Bernardo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rio Puerco near Bernardo is 19.5 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rio Puerco rises?
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Where is the Rio Puerco near Bernardo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Socorro County, New Mexico at coordinates 34.4103°N, 106.8544°W. USGS site number: 08353000. 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.