Village of Ruidoso Issues Wastewater Release Advisory

The Village of Ruidoso has issued a wastewater release advisory for the Rio Ruidoso area, downstream of Martin Road in the Upper Canyon.

On July 6, 2021, at approximately 3:00 pm, the Rio Ruidoso experienced a flood event that began in the Upper Canyon. This flood event has caused damage to infrastructures and the Village of Ruidoso is currently working to assess, repair, and mitigate them. Upon inspecting the sewer line and manholes, a manhole was discovered near Martin Road that was uncapped, filled with water and had small release into the Rio Ruidoso. Village officials responded and addressed the blockage on the sewer line and issues with the manhole. There is not any further release from the identified manholes.

This precautionary advisory has been issued to warn of a potential threat to public health by recreation in these waters. Please avoid swimming, wading, or fishing while this advisory is active until further notice. This advisory applies to the Rio Ruidoso downstream of Martin Road in the Upper Canyon.

The Village of Ruidoso will continue to address any potential issues resulting from any impacts to the sewer infrastructure. All appropriate Federal and State entities have been notified of the event.

For more information, please call the Village of Ruidoso at (575) 808-9814