28 May 2021

Visitors to Cochiti Lake must have reservations this Memorial Day weekend

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District has announced that all visitors to Cochiti Lake this Memorial Day weekend must have reservations made at least 24 hours in advance of their visit to the lake. Visitors without reservations will be turned away at the gate. Visitors can make reservations at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

21 Dec 2020

Cochiti Lake to reopen January 4, 2021

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Albuquerque District announced Dec. 21, 2020, that Cochiti Lake is scheduled to reopen for day use beginning Jan. 4, 2021.

30 Oct 2020

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin the public involvement process for the Galisteo Dam Master Plan

The USACE-Albuquerque District is beginning the process to develop a master plan for Galisteo Dam. The public is invited to view a presentation discussing the process and instructions for public participation in development of the master plan.

22 Sep 2020

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to hold events for National Public Lands Day, Sept. 26, 27

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District welcomes volunteers to continue the annual tradition of public service by participating in this year’s National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26. See below for information on events in the USACE-Albuquerque District.

22 Sep 2020

Block release of water scheduled to begin from Santa Rosa Reservoir Sept. 28, 2020

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District, announced that it has scheduled a block release of water from Santa Rosa Lake to start Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, at 8:00 am.

14 Aug 2020

Potential Blue-Green Algae detected at Abiquiu Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District, has detected signs of a potentially toxic Blue-Green Algae bloom at the lake. Warning signs are posted at the lake’s public access points.

9 Jul 2020

Army Corps of Engineers reports an increase in adult drowning at its lake and river projects this summer

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that more than 30 people lost their lives to drowning in June at lake and river projects the agency manages. The June statistics represent a 47 percent increase in drownings over the same time period last year. USACE also reported that nearly all the drowning victims were adult males between the ages of 18 and 85 and were not wearing a life jacket at the time of the drowning.

1 Jun 2020

Block release of water scheduled to begin from Santa Rosa Reservoir June 1, 2020

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District has scheduled a block release of water from Santa Rosa Lake starting Monday, June 1, 2020, at 8:00 am.

29 May 2020

USACE-Albuquerque District to expand phased reopening of lakes

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Albuquerque District announced May 29, 2020, that two USACE-managed lakes in New Mexico (Conchas and Santa Rosa lakes) have begun a phased reopening, and the boat ramp at Abiquiu Lake will be open as of May 30.

15 May 2020

USACE Albuquerque District lakes scheduled to begin phased reopening

USACE-Albuquerque District announced May 15, 2020, that USACE-managed lakes in New Mexico and southeastern Colorado are scheduled to begin the first part of a phased reopening. The initial reopening date will vary from lake to lake due to local and state conditions. See the news release for lake-specific information.