Overview
Santa Rosa Lake is a reservoir in NM. Primary inflow is Pecos River. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Albuquerque District.
The basin is characterized by about 3,800 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Santa Rosa Lake supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 4746 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Santa Rosa Lake is currently 50.13 feet below full pool and has been rising over the past week.
- 7-day trendRisingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeUp 1.48 ft
- 30-day changeUp 1.48 ft
- Drought conditionsExtreme Drought
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Santa Rosa Lake is a 3,800-acre reservoir on the Pecos River managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Albuquerque District.
