Data & Reports


Water Facts for New Mexicans

Did you know?

96.6%

of our rain and snowfall returns to the atmosphere.
This happens through evapotranspiration. 

      Water Facts for New Mexicans

      Did you know?

      It takes up to

      50 Gallons

      of water each time you wash your car.

          Water Facts for New Mexicans

          Did you know?

          Scientific models project

          25-35%

          less water in New Mexico in the decades ahead.

              Regional Water Mapping

              Learn about the important stories and facts shaping New Mexico's water resources and communities. Our interactive maps and tools make it easy to see how things connect and how we can solve challenges together.

              This tool provides an introduction to water data which incorporates various tried-and-true data sets.  It pairs population data from the Census with water data from the New Mexico Water Data Act, and overlays those with Water Use by Categories reports from both 2015 and 2020 (among other data sets).

              Dive Into The Data

              Dive into detailed maps that show the facts and figures behind the stories.

              Discover The Stories

              Discover stories told through maps and local heroes that help explain what’s happening and why it matters.

              Watch The Tutorial

              Dive even deeper on how to use all the functions the NM Regional Water Planning Mapping Tool offers.

              Feature Report

              New Mexico Water Security Planning Act: Observations and Considerations Report

              The Observations and Considerations Report summarizes input collected from over 2,300 New Mexicans online and at 16 open house meetings. The report highlights key water challenges and offers preliminary considerations for regional water planning rules and guidelines.
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              Data Dashboard

              Data Dashboard: Visual representation of the New Mexico Water Security Planning Act: Engagement Report

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              Regional Water Planning Reports And References

              Compilation of Input on New Mexico Water Security Planning Act Discussion Draft Rule and Guidelines

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              Summary Report

              The Summary Report provides a brief overview of the findings presented in the Engagement Report and the Observations and Considerations Report.
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              Observations and Considerations Report

              The Observations and Considerations Report summarizes input collected from over 2,300 New Mexicans online and at 16 open house meetings. The report highlights key water challenges and offers preliminary considerations for regional water planning rules and guidelines.
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              For More Data and Information, Visit…

              Link to New Mexico Water Data
              Link to Thornburg Foundation
              Link to Utton Transboundary Resources Center
              Link to New Mexico Water Resources Research Institute