EL VADO LAKE
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
El Vado Lake is a reservoir located in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. The lake was created in 1935 by the El Vado Dam on the Rio Chama, which is a tributary of the Rio Grande. The hydrology of the lake is primarily sourced by the Rio Chama and its tributaries, as well as snowpack from the surrounding mountains. The lake is used for both agricultural and recreational purposes, including fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The area surrounding the lake was once inhabited by the Pueblo people, and later became a hub for Spanish colonization. Today, the lake is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, with numerous amenities and facilities available for visitors.
July 26, 2024
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Humidity
| Storage 24hr Change | 3.37% |
| Percent of Normal | 2% |
| Minimum |
899 acre-ft
2023-04-15 |
| Maximum |
190,261 acre-ft
1986-06-26 |
| Average | 113,136 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 230 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 167 |
| Drainage_Area | 690 |
| Year_Completed | 1934 |
| Dam_Height | 230 |
| Structural_Height | 230 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Other |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 3380 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Storage | 209330 |
| River_Or_Stream | RIO CHAMA RIVER |
| Dam_Length | 1326 |
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