Avalon Reservoir, located in southern New Mexico, has a long history dating back to the early 1900s when it was built to supply irrigation water to nearby agricultural lands.
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The reservoir is fed by several small streams, including the Rio Ruidoso, and relies primarily on snowpack during the winter months. The reservoir also serves as a source of drinking water for nearby communities.
Agriculture remains an important use of water from the reservoir, with crops such as pecans, alfalfa, and cotton being grown in the surrounding areas. The reservoir also provides opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. However, concerns about the sustainability of water resources in the region have led to increased efforts to conserve water and find new sources of supply.
| Storage 24hr Change | -0.26% |
| Percent of Normal | 115% |
| Minimum |
0.14 acre-ft
2022-11-24 |
| Maximum |
8,820.0 acre-ft
1966-08-23 |
| Average | 2,295 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 58 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 34 |
| Drainage_Area | 22000 |
| Years_Modified | 2002 - Structural |
| Year_Completed | 1906 |
| Dam_Height | 58 |
| Structural_Height | 58 |
| River_Or_Stream | PECOS RIVER |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 1850 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Storage | 20000 |
| Dam_Length | 1025 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Avalon Resevoir Campground
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Alkali Lake OHV Dispersed
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Windmill RV Park
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Brantley Lake State Park
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