Gallinas River

Total streamflow across the Gallinas River was last observed at 7 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 13 acre-ft of water today; about 70% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 9 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2013-09-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at 4,600 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Gallinas River Near Lourdes reporting a streamflow rate of 6.66 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Gallinas R Nr Colonias with a gauge stage of 2.59 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Gallinas River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,940 ft, the Gallinas River Near Lourdes.

state of New Mexico. The river has a long history of use by Native American tribes and Spanish colonizers. The river flows through arid and semi-arid regions of New Mexico, making it an important source of irrigation for agriculture. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The Gallinas River is dammed at several locations, including the Storrie Lake Dam and the El Porvenir Dam, which supply water to nearby communities and farms. Despite its importance as a water source, the Gallinas River has experienced pollution and habitat degradation due to human activities such as mining and urban development.