Bluewater Lake Near Bluewater
RESERVOIR REPORT
September 27 20237,383 ft
0% today100% of Normal • Normal
Water lake or reservoir water surface elevation above ngvd 1929, ft levels at Bluewater Lake Near Bluewater are currently 7,383 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 7,367.76ft. Maximum recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2023-01-25 when levels reached 7,389.43 ft. Lowest recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft was 2023-01-29 when levels receded to 7,354.68 ft. View historical levels.
Bluewater Lake is a reservoir located in Cibola County, New Mexico, near the town of Bluewater. The lake was created in 1920 when a dam was constructed on the Bluewater Creek. The hydrology of the lake is mainly fed by surface runoff and snowpack from the Zuni Mountains, which are located to the east. The lake is a popular recreational spot that offers fishing, boating, and camping. The primary fish species found in the lake are rainbow trout, channel catfish, and tiger muskie. The lake also serves as a source of irrigation water for nearby agricultural lands. Overall, Bluewater Lake is an important feature of the local landscape and provides both economic and recreational benefits to the surrounding communities.

Geolocation | -108.112, 35.292 |
Elevation | 7,346 ft |
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
7,354.68 ft
2023-01-29 |
Maximum |
7,389.43 ft
2023-01-25 |
Average | 7,368 ft |
AREA SURFACE FLOWS
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Stage |
---|---|---|
RIO SAN JOSE NEAR GRANTS | 11 cfs | 2.1 ft |
RIO NUTRIA NEAR RAMAH | 0 cfs | 7.8 ft |