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SwedenPecos River near Pecos water level
River gauge, Pecos River, New Mexico, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 116 cfs
History
What this means
The Pecos River near Pecos is at 2.66 ft, in the normal range.
It is 2.34 ft below the flood stage of 5.00 ft.
It has barely moved over the past 24 hours. In the last month it has stayed between 2.64 ft and 2.73 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 6.20 ftSeptember 21, 1929
Floating and fishing near Pecos River near Pecos
Normal flows mean predictable rapids and good access at most put-ins.
Flood stage here is 5.00 ft, 2.34 ft above the current reading. Beyond it, the National Weather Service also defines moderate and major flood stages.
What happens at each level
- 7.50 ft
- Widespread flooding is in progress or is imminent along the Upper Pecos River, mainly above the town of Pecos. Portions of state route 63 north of the fish hatchery are under water. Private bridges over the river may be washed away and homes along the river could experience significant flood damage.
- 6.00 ft
- Water threatens homes nearest the river along the Upper Pecos. The Pecos river has not been this high since 1929. Portions of state road 63 above the fish hatchery may become impassable due to water over the road. Private bridges on the Upper Pecos above the town of Pecos may become impassable or be washed away.
- 5.00 ft
- Fast flowing water may erode banks and approach homes near the river. Private bridges could drive localized flooding as debris accumulates along the upstream sides. Further rises may make bridges unsafe to cross and isolate residents.
- 2.66 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6.20 ft | September 21, 1929 |
| 2 | 5.12 ft | May 21, 1991 |
| 3 | 4.79 ft | June 7, 1997 |
| 4 | 4.73 ft | June 8, 1979 |
| 5 | 4.71 ft | June 18, 1995 |
| 6 | 4.62 ft | May 21, 1973 |
| 7 | 4.57 ft | May 14, 1941 |
| 8 | 4.52 ft | May 27, 1958 |
| 9 | 4.28 ft | April 23, 1942 |
| 10 | 4.21 ft | August 6, 1957 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Pecos River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pecos River near Anton ChicoRiver gauge, Pecos River | 2.94 ft | Below flood stage | −0.03 ft | 49 mi |
| Pecos River above Canon Del Uta near ColoniasRiver gauge, Pecos River | 44.3 cfs | Very high | −17.5 cfs | 65 mi |
| Pecos River above Santa Rosa LakeRiver gauge, Pecos River | 23.9 cfs | Normal | −4.8 cfs | 69 mi |
| Pecos River below Santa Rosa DamRiver gauge, Pecos River | 0.0 cfs | Low | ±0 | 73 mi |
| Pecos River near Puerto De LunaRiver gauge, Pecos River | 1.11 ft | Below flood stage | +0.01 ft | 94 mi |
| Pecos River below Sumner DamRiver gauge, Pecos River | 99.7 cfs | Normal | ±0 | 106 mi |
| Pecos River below Taiban Creek near Fort SumnerRiver gauge, Pecos River | 36.9 cfs | Very low | −4.5 cfs | 128 mi |
| Pecos River near DunlapRiver gauge, Pecos River | 61.0 cfs | Normal | +19.7 cfs | 138 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Mora near TerreroRiver gauge, Rio Mora | 36.6 cfs | Very high | −0.8 cfs | 4.9 mi |
| Santa Fe River above McClure Reservoir, near Santa FeRiver gauge, Santa Fe River | 4.0 cfs | Normal | −0.2 cfs | 8 mi |
| Santa Fe River near Santa FeRiver gauge, Santa Fe River | 30.8 cfs | Very high | −0.7 cfs | 9 mi |
| Tesuque Creek above Diversions near Santa FeRiver gauge, Tesuque Creek | 3.6 cfs | Very high | −0.4 cfs | 13 mi |
| Rio Tesuque below Diversions near Santa FeRiver gauge, Rio Tesuque | 2.4 cfs | High | −0.7 cfs | 15 mi |
| Rio Nambe below Nambe Falls Dam near NambeRiver gauge, Rio Nambe | 11.3 cfs | Very high | −0.8 cfs | 16 mi |
| Gallinas Creek near MontezumaRiver gauge, Gallinas Creek | 1.36 ft | Below flood stage | −0.01 ft | 21 mi |
| Santa Cruz River near CundiyoRiver gauge, Santa Cruz River | 21.3 cfs | High | −0.5 cfs | 22 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for the Pecos River near Pecos?
The official flood stage is 5.00 ft. The level is currently 2.34 ft below it.
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Pecos River near Pecos today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 06:00 AM MDT, the water level was 2.66 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Pecos River near Pecos rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Pecos River near Pecos normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Pecos River near Pecos?
The highest level on record is 6.20 ft on September 21, 1929.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:08378500(Agency page)- Coordinates
35.70835, -105.68270(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NGVD29
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 2.66 ft | 2026-10-19 12:00 | Provisional |
| Flow | 116 cfs | 2026-10-19 12:00 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: Pecos River near Pecos (usgs:08378500). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/new-mexico/pecos-river-near-pecos
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