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 is between 300-800 cubic feet per second (cfs). The river has a class rating of III-IV, providing a challenging and exciting experience for intermediate to advanced paddlers.
The segment mileage of the Rio Embudo is approximately 5.5 miles long, beginning at the confluence of the Rio Vallecitos and Rio Grande rivers. The river features several notable rapids, including "Pilar Rapid" and "Narrows Rapid," which are known for their technicality and difficulty.
It is important to note that the Rio Embudo runs through private land, and paddlers must obtain permission from landowners before accessing the river. Additionally, the use of motorized watercraft is prohibited, and all paddlers must wear appropriate safety gear, including helmets and life jackets.
Overall, the Rio Embudo offers a challenging and scenic whitewater experience for paddlers who are up for the challenge.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 3000 cfs (6.66 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 45% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | None |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 08279500 |
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pilar Campground
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Pilar
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Rio Bravo Campground
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Rio Bravo
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Orilla Verde Rec Area
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Arroyo Hondo Campground
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Quartzite Boat Takeout
Quartzite Boat Launch
County Line Boat Launch
County Line Boat Takeout
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Rio Bravo Boat Takeout
Rio Embudo
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