Mora River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Mora River is flowing at 9.2 cfs near Golondrinas, NM — 131% of normal for the date and up 42% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0.4 to 9.2 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Mora 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 Golondrinas, the Mora River is running 9.2 cfs — 131% of normal, up 42% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 69% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Golondrinas (+42%).
How the Mora 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
- La Cueva7,025 ft 0.4 cfs7%
- Golondrinas6,758 ft 9.2 cfs131%
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 Mora River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (69%).
Mora River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mora River At La Cueva NM
Oct 23, 1:15 AM · USGS 07215500 |
0.4 cfs | 7% | +10% | 4.51 ft | 6.5 ft below | 7,025 ft |
|
Mora River Near Golondrinas NM
Oct 23, 2:00 AM · USGS 07216500 |
9.2 cfs | 131% | +42% | 1.35 ft | 4.2 ft below | 6,758 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 Mora River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Mora River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Mora River
The Mora River is a tributary of the Rio Grande in northern New Mexico, spanning 97 miles. The river has a rich history, particularly for the Mora valley's Native American and Hispanic communities. The hydrology of the Mora River has been affected by human activities, such as logging and grazing, leading to soil erosion and altered stream channels. The river is home to several dams and reservoirs, including the Storrie Project, which serves as a source of water for irrigation and municipal use. Recreational activities such as fishing and kayaking are popular along the Mora River, with anglers targeting trout and other species. The river also supports agriculture, particularly in the Mora valley, where crops like alfalfa, beans, and corn are grown.
Fishing near the Mora River
About the Mora River
How is the Mora River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Mora River is flowing at 9.2 cfs near Golondrinas, NM, about 131% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0.4 to 9.2 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Mora River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Mora River is at 69% 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 Mora River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for La Cueva (11.0 ft), Golondrinas (5.5 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.