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Mora River Flow Today

As of October 3, 2026 at 1:00 AM, the Mora River is flowing at 207 cfs near Golondrinas, NM and down 40% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 93 to 207 cfs. ❤ Favorite

USGS gauges
2 2 reporting · upstream → down
Mora River At La Cueva: 693% of normal
Typical gauge
693% of normal for the date
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Biggest flow now
207cfs Golondrinas
Updated
Oct 3, 1:00 AM
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River briefing · Oct 3, 2026

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 207 cfs, down 40% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 693% of normal).

In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at La Cueva (-48%) and Golondrinas (-40%).

Headwaters to mouth

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

  1. La Cueva7,025 ft 93 cfs693%
  2. Golondrinas6,758 ft 207 cfs

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 (693%).

Typical gauge 693%
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Mora River flow report

2 gauges
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
Mora River At La Cueva NM
Oct 3, 1:15 AM · USGS 07215500
93 cfs 693% -48% 6.38 ft 4.6 ft below 7,025 ft
Mora River Near Golondrinas NM
Oct 3, 1:00 AM · USGS 07216500
207 cfs · -40% 2.46 ft 3.0 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.

History

Mora River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.

Maximum streamflow by year

About this river

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.

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FAQ

About the Mora River

How is the Mora River flowing right now?

As of October 3, 2026, the Mora River is flowing at 207 cfs near Golondrinas, NM. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 93 to 207 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 693% 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.

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