Is the Gallinas River flooding?

New Mexico · 2 gauges · New Mexico river levels

The Gallinas River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in New Mexico. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Gallinas River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all New Mexico river levels.

data refreshed 8 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Gallinas River near Colonias, NM. The highest level ever recorded there was 28.41 ft on 17 September 2013, carrying 22,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1937 (75 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.81 ft, 25.6 ft below that record.

Drains 610 sq mi · gauge elevation 4,940 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Gallinas River near Colonias, NMNo flooding2.81 ft16 ft
Gallinas River near Lourdes, NMNo current data
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.