WMAT Water Resources

10/28/2025

For your information regarding the smoke currently affecting the area.

10/10/2025

-Update-October 15, 2025
This issue has been resolved as of yesterday evening (October 14, 2025). We extend our sincere appreciation to the Tribal Utility Authority for their quick response and efforts in addressing this matter. Their hard work and corrective actions help keep our waters safe.

Please be advised that WMAT Water Resources has identified raw sewage entering the East Fork River, originating from the Stago’s Curve Lift Station. The Tribal Utility Authority is currently on site and working to address the issue.

For public safety, we strongly advise everyone to avoid the downstream area highlighted in red on the map. Please do not swim, wade, or come into contact with the water until further notice.

We will provide updates once repairs are complete and water quality conditions improve.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
— WMAT Water Resources Program

09/29/2025

Hello everyone,
Here are the E. Coli results from the week of September 22–25, 2025.
This wraps up our summer water quality testing for the season. We'll continue to keep an eye on locations that need ongoing monitoring.

09/15/2025

Hello,
Attached is the E. Coli results for the week of September 8 - 12, 2025

08/27/2025

Hello, here are the E. Coli results for the week of August 25-27, 2025. Also, We hope you all have a fun and safe Labor Day weekend!

08/26/2025

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08/15/2025

Hello, here are the E. Coli results for the week of August 11-15. Recent rain showers have caused a rise of E. coli at the locations marked "CAUTION".

08/01/2025

Here are the E. Coli results. Some sites tested high, likely due to recent rain activity.
As the forest reopens, we encourage everyone to have a good and safe weekend.

07/28/2025

Reservation Wide Cleanup August 11-16
Landfill Fee is $5.00 per load

Let's get ready for the Tribal Fair and Rodeo!

07/23/2025

Stage 2 fire restrictions lifted Friday July 25, 2025. Forest closure lifted by August 1, 2025

07/22/2025

On June 12, 2025, south of the Cibecue Junction Turnoff, near US 60 and BIA Road 12 Junction, a fuel tanker overturned, spilling thousands of gallons of diesel and unleaded gasoline, some of which seeped into the ground. Our Water Resources team was immediately on site to ensure proper best management practices (BMPs) were followed to protect our waterways from long term contamination that might affect cattle, wildlife, and overall forest health.
We’re not just monitoring water; we’re out there during emergencies, helping with land rehabilitation, erosion control, and ensuring that any cleanup work doesn’t cause further damage.
Please be aware that US 60 near the site is currently reduced to one lane. The cleanup may take about a month, so drive safely and stay alert.

07/18/2025

Here are the results from our bi-weekly water quality testing. Please note that the Upperlog (North Fork River), Quintero Spring Bridge (East Fork River), Lonesome Dove Bridge (East Fork River), and Carrizo Creek have tested high with E. coli.
P.S. Special Thanks to our summer intern, Sadie Tsosie, for updating our PSA flyer.