2026-01-25T08:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches across much of eastern New Mexico with higher amounts of 8 to 16 inches above 9,000 feet. Localized areas in eastern Torrance, Guadalupe, and De Baca counties will receive between 8 and 10 inches. Bitterly cold temperatures will accompany the snow. * WHERE...Much of central to east central New Mexico, including Interstate 40 from Tijeras to Santa Rosa to the Texas border. * WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel will become very difficult to impossible for an extended period of time, most notably along I-40 from Tijeras Canyon to the Texas border. The weight of accumulating snow will stress the power grid, potentially creating outages. An extended period of cold temperatures will increase the risk of frostbite and hypothermia. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bitterly cold temperatures will also accompany this winter storm, with the coldest temperatures in the eastern plains of New Mexico. Temperatures will be coldest Sunday and Monday mornings when much of the eastern half of New Mexico will be in the single digits with wind chills below zero.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 400 and 1,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs in the months of May and June. The river is rated Class III-IV, with rapids and obstacles such as "The Box," "The Maze," and "The Chute."
The segment mileage of the Whitewater River run is approximately 12 miles, starting at the headwaters and ending at the confluence with Rio Grande Del Rancho. It is important to note that this river run is not for beginner paddlers and requires experience and skill.
There are specific regulations to the area, including a permit requirement from the Bureau of Land Management. Additionally, all boaters must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and have a throw bag and whistle on hand. Alcohol and drugs are not permitted on the river, and camping is only allowed in designated areas.
Overall, the Whitewater River run is a thrilling and challenging adventure for experienced paddlers. It is important to adhere to the regulations and safety guidelines to ensure a successful and enjoyable trip. Sources for this information include American Whitewater and the Bureau of Land Management.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-12 |
| River Levels | 49 cfs (5.29 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 103% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 08275500 |
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Comales
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Comales Campground
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Flechado
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Llanito Frio Campground
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Rio Chiquito
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La Sombra
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River Runs
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Headwaters To Confluence With Rio Grande Del Rancho
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Headwaters To Confluence With Rito De La Olla
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Confluence With Rito De La Olla To Nf Boundary
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Confluence With Rio Angostura To Osha Diversion
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(La Cueva, Flechado, Gallegos, Tio Maes, La Presa) To Osha Diversion
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Serna Land Grant Boundary To Nf Boundary