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Rio Hondo
River
river in Taos County, New Mexico, United States
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Current water conditions
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge RIO HONDO NEAR VALDEZ, NM (5.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 3:00 AM gauge-local time. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rio Hondo?
- Rio Hondo is a river in New Mexico.
- Can you swim at Rio Hondo?
- There is no fixed answer for Rio Hondo: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Rio Hondo in New Mexico. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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New Mexico
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