Explore the largest hydro power plants in New Mexico and see all the utility-scale hydro projects in New Mexico on a map.
Last updated: May 2026
On this page, you can explore our real-time database of hydro power plants in New Mexico. Each month, we track hydro projects and update our list of the largest hydro power plants in New Mexico.
As of May 2026, there are 4 utility-scale hydro power plants in New Mexico, according to Cleanview's project tracker. Their total operating capacity is 82 MW.
Total Hydro Power Plants
4
Total Capacity
82 MW
Built in 2025
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Map of hydro power plants in New Mexico. Marker size reflects capacity — only facilities with reported capacity data are shown.
30 MW
Year Operational: January 1989
Location: San Juan, New Mexico
28 MW
Year Operational: November 1940
Location: Sierra, New Mexico
16 MW
Year Operational: May 2011
Location: Rio Arriba, New Mexico
8 MW
Year Operational: May 1988
Location: Rio Arriba, New Mexico
16 MW
Year Operational: May 2011
Location: Rio Arriba, New Mexico
30 MW
Year Operational: January 1989
Location: San Juan, New Mexico
8 MW
Year Operational: May 1988
Location: Rio Arriba, New Mexico
28 MW
Year Operational: November 1940
Location: Sierra, New Mexico
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