Case Study
Hydrologic health of New Mexico streams and rivers
Cadmus assesses hydrologic health of New Mexico streams and rivers. CadmusKnowledgeEvaluation of Hydrologic Alteration and Opportunities for Environmental Flow Management in New Mexico Cadmus was retained by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conduct an assessment of the hydrologic and ecological health of representative streams and rivers in New Mexico, including an evaluation of hydrologic alteration using continuous streamflow records. From small mountain headwaters to major river systems, New Mexico’s waters provide a source of drinking water, irrigation for crop and pasture lands, and a multitude of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. The use of such resources has not come without costs. Municipal, agricultural, and industrial water use in the state