20 Sep 2022

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District to hold events for National Public Lands Day, Sept. 24, 2022

The 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. 24. There will be events at Abiquiu Lake, Cochiti Lake, and Conchas Lake, N.M. and at John Martin Reservoir and Trinidad Lake in Colorado.

29 Dec 2021

John Martin Reservoir’s Midwinter Eagle Survey scheduled for Jan. 8, 2022

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers staff at John Martin Reservoir will host their annual midwinter eagle survey, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at the reservoir. The event will run from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and will include an informational presentation about eagles.

20 Sep 2021

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to hold events for National Public Lands Day, Sept. 25, 2021

The 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. 25. See the news release for all the information on events at USACE-Albuquerque District lakes.

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.

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.

20 Mar 2020

Army Corps of Engineers adjusts lake operations amid health concerns

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.  – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District has announced changes to

18 Sep 2019

Army Corps of Engineers waives fees, holds events on National Public Lands Day, Sept. 28

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Sept. 18, 2019, that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 28.

20 Jun 2019

After near tragedy, railroad trestle is immediately and permanently off limits to public access in John Martin Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Restrictions on public access to the railroad trestle bridge in the John Martin Reservoir State Wildlife Area will be strictly enforced after a recent near-tragedy involving a passenger train and two anglers.

13 May 2019

Fishing heating up at John Martin Reservoir as new reservation system awaits campers

A few weeks ago, staff at Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s John Martin Reservoir State Park watched as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers opened the gates on the massive 70-year-old dam for the first time since Nov. 1. This is big news to anglers who covet fishing in the stilling basin at the base of the structure. [Editor's Note: This news release is from Colorado Parks & Wildlife]