Nambe Falls Reservoir Near Nambe

June 9 2023

6,826 ft

Water lake or reservoir water surface elevation above ngvd 1929, ft levels at Nambe Falls Reservoir Near Nambe are currently 6,826 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 6,823.55ft.

Maximum recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2013-10-11 when levels reached 6,827.8 ft. Lowest recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft was 2020-07-20 when levels receded to 5,489.29 ft.

Nambe Falls Reservoir is a man-made lake located near Nambe, New Mexico. The reservoir was created in 1934 by the construction of a dam on the Nambe River. The hydrology of the reservoir is fed by runoff from the Santa Fe National Forest and snowpack from the nearby Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The area receives an average of 15 inches of precipitation per year. Agriculture in the area is primarily focused on dryland farming and livestock grazing. The reservoir provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The surface flow providers include the Nambe Pueblo Watershed and the Rio Grande Basin. The snowpack providers include the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Pecos Wilderness. The Nambe Falls Reservoir is an important source of water for the surrounding communities and supports the local economy.