New Mexico /

Santa Cruz Lake

Reservoir in New Mexico · 87 acres · near Potrero

Santa Cruz Lake has 1 boat ramp listed as public.

Algal bloom watch

New Mexico Environment Department has a harmful algal bloom watch for this water (last monitored September 9, 2026). Enitre Lake. Avoid contact with discoloured water or scum, and keep pets and children out of it.

New Mexico Environment Department · checked October 18, 2026

Past algal blooms

Harmful algal blooms reported on this water (state reports compiled by U.S. EPA): 2026.

state reports compiled by U.S. EPA · checked October 18, 2026

Motors: Motors allowed (as the agency lists it for the launch here; check the posted rules before you go)

Launches