Vermejo River

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Vermejo River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Vermejo River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

With a length of 157 miles, it has a watershed area of 1,082 square miles. The river was historically used by Native American tribes for hunting and fishing, and was later utilized by Spanish explorers for fur trading. Today, the river is primarily used for agriculture, with several reservoirs and dams along its course to control water flow and provide irrigation. The largest of these reservoirs is the Vermejo Park Ranch Reservoir, which covers over 1,000 acres and is used for fishing and recreation. The river is also known for its scenic beauty, and is a popular destination for fly fishing and outdoor enthusiasts.