Snow melt causes flooding in Jemez Springs

Tracy Goldizen Tracy Goldizen Tracy Goldizen By Tracy Goldizen
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Spring flooding has hit Jemez Springs.

The flooding is caused by spring snow melt and is causing hazardous road conditions and closures.

Additionally, the village on Wednesday notified the Jemez Ranger district that floodwater reached the Wastewater Treatment Plant, causing overflow into the Jemez River.

The Forest Service is in the process of installing signage discouraging fishing and drinking at all points south of the wastewater treatment plant. Southern recreation areas, including the Vista Linda campground and all roads and gates south of the treatment plant will be closed until further notice.

Impacts of flooding:

  • Forest Service Roads south of the village of Jemez Springs are closed until further notice.
  • Access to fishing and recreation sites closed (to include Vista Linda campground).
  • Check with the New Mexico Department of Transportation for road conditions by dialing 511.

The public is advised to contact the Jemez Ranger District at 575-829-3535 for more information.

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