06/19/2026
Beneath New Mexico’s landscapes is a hidden anatomy of sediment and rock that governs how we live on the surface. New Mexico’s 39 groundwater basins — natural containers that house our aquifers — are crucial sources of water for most of New Mexico’s population. Over half of the water New Mexicans consume annually comes from these underground sources. Yet, there is little known about our aquifers or how long they will last.
Measuring Up New Mexico’s Aquifers A closer look with Katie Zemlick, OSE Hydrology Bureau Chief Mar / 2026 Beneath New Mexico’s landscapes is a hidden anatomy of sediment and rock that governs how we live on the surface. New Mexico’s 39 groundwater basins — natural containers that house our ...