San Juan River near Archuleta
New Mexico — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in San Juan County, New Mexico on the San Juan River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09355500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
7 ft
5,000 cfs
Action Stage
6.6 ft
4,338 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Minor flooding is possible with inundation to structures located close to the river from near Archuleta to Bloomfield.
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 26, 1957 | 11 ft | 18,900 cfs |
| Jul 26, 1957 | 11 ft | 18,900 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1955 | 7.19 ft | 6,680 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1955 | 7.19 ft | 6,680 cfs |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 7 ft | 4,952 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ARCN5
River
San Juan River
County
San Juan, NM
Coordinates
36.8019°N, 107.6986°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Juan River near Archuleta?
The San Juan River near Archuleta gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09355500) 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 San Juan River near Archuleta?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Juan River near Archuleta is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when San Juan River rises?
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Where is the San Juan River near Archuleta gauge located?
The gauge is located in San Juan County, New Mexico at coordinates 36.8019°N, 107.6986°W. USGS site number: 09355500. 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
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 10 days into the future from the forecast issuance time.