Flood Advisory for Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Ended at 6:27 PM MST.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Albuquerque at 7:34 AM MST, Sunday, November 1, 2026.

The Weather Service's text

...The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in New Mexico...

Rio Chama Above Abiquiu affecting Rio Arriba County.

WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

WHERE...Rio Chama above Abiquiu.

WHEN...From this morning to Tuesday afternoon.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 AM MST Sunday the stage was 8.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.5 feet late tomorrow morning. - Action stage is 10.2 feet. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/abq.

The next statement will be issued this evening at 1130 PM MST.