Jemez River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Jemez River is flowing at 29 cfs near Jemez, NM — 170% of normal for the date and down 26% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Jemez River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Jemez, the Jemez River is running 29 cfs — 170% of normal, down 26% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 170% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Jemez (-26%).
How the Jemez River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Jemez5,637 ft 29 cfs170%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Jemez River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (170%).
Jemez River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jemez River Near Jemez NM
Oct 5, 1:45 AM · USGS 08324000 |
29 cfs | 170% | -26% | 3.47 ft | 4.5 ft below | 5,637 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Jemez River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Jemez River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Jemez River
The Jemez River is a tributary of the Rio Grande and is located in New Mexico. It flows for approximately 50 miles through the rugged Jemez Mountains before joining the Rio Grande near Bernalillo. The river has a rich history, dating back to Native American tribes who relied on its waters for irrigation and agriculture. Today, the Jemez River is used for recreational purposes, including fishing and hiking, and also provides water for agriculture and drinking water for nearby communities. Several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along the river, including the Jemez Canyon Dam and the San Antonio Reservoir, to help manage its hydrology and ensure a consistent water supply. However, the river also faces challenges such as drought and the impact of wildfires on its water quality.
Fishing near the Jemez River
About the Jemez River
How is the Jemez River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the Jemez River is flowing at 29 cfs near Jemez, NM, about 170% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Jemez River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Jemez River is at 170% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Jemez River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Jemez (8.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.