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Friday, 11 November 2011 |
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Dear Boaters,
Cochiti Lake continues to experience after-effects of the Las Conchas fire. Large amounts of debris are being washed into the Rio Grande and, thence, into Cochiti Lake. This debris endangers the Cochiti Dam outlet works and impedes recreational use of the lake. To prevent accumulation of debris in the lake and protect the dam’s outlet works, the Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District, is installing a floating log boom near the mouth of White Rock Canyon, above the Tetilla Peak boat ramp (see attached map). The boom will intercept debris coming down the river before it can accumulate in the lake. Debris that accumulates at the boom will be removed periodically, as needed.
 Proposed Log Boom Location The boom will be constructed of 20-foot segments of 8” PVC pipe that are filled with flotation material and connected together with galvanized steel wire rope. It would float approximately 6 ¾” above the water line. Below the PVC pipe, sections of galvanized chain link will be suspended to a depth of 3’ to contain floating debris. The removable central segment of the boom will curve downstream, forming a trap for debris, and will be detached and towed away to remove the debris. The boom will be anchored with cable to the basalt cliffs on the left bank and boulders adjacent to the lake on the right bank. Anchor cables will be placed in low and high positions to accommodate changing water levels. It will be possible to pass light craft such as kayaks around the right side of the boom by lifting the boat over the anchor cable, which will be close to the water level at the shore. It would also be possible to portage by scrambling 20 feet or so up the bank. Passage of larger boats may be possible, if coordinated with the Cochiti Lake Project Office, by detaching the removable segment of the boom. The boom will be placed in the lake during the week of November 14 and will be removed when ice forms on Cochiti Lake. After spring ice melt, the boom will again be placed in the lake and will remain in place until winter ice forms.
Boaters are urged to use caution in the vicinity of the log boom, particularly the upstream side where floating and partially submerged debris presents a hazard. Please do not tamper with the boom; it is Government property. If you require further information or assistance in passing a boat through the area, please contact the Cochiti Lake Project Office at (505)465-0307. Thank you, Dana M. Price
Botanist, Environmental Resources Section US Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District
4101 Jefferson Plaza NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 342-3378 |
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Monday, 17 October 2011 |
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Story and Photos by Cochitiman  Paddle Trip to Bland Canyon in a Kayak
We paddled up to bland canyon a few days ago to see what it looks like post Las Conchas Fire. I expected to see it full of logs and brush. Instead it was completly full of sand. It used to have about 6 ft. deep water even at current lake levels. Now it is totally full of sand.  Bland Sand Canyon The second picture is looking down river from the mouth of the canyon. We used to paddle up that (west) side to the mouth of the canyon. It is choked off now by about a half mile of sand so we had to paddle up the east side of the river past bland and then when we could, we turned down river and came in at the north end. Still, if the lake were to come up about 8 feet, the canyon will be accessable again to real boats.  Smokey Bear Tracks The pic with my wife's hand shows a bear track in the sand. We found a lot of bear tracks. Also what we thought were river otter tracks.  Hiking up the Middle of Bland Canyon
Just thought u guys would enjoy seeing the place so I sent u these pics.
View a slideshow of the trip HERE: |
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Thursday, 13 October 2011 |
 Capri 14.2
1985 Dilly trailer included.
$1,750.00 obo
Main and jib, good condition.
Running & standing rigging in good condition. Wood refinished, above good condition. Hiking straps, rudder, tiller/extension handle, all good condition.
 Capri 14.2
Ready to sail as-is. Didn't use this summer, due to Cochiti restrictions caused by the fire.
Two sailboats in the drive-way, selling the smaller one.
Email Patrick with questions:
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Thursday, 15 September 2011 |
 Record size red-bellied housefish is pulled ashore at Cochiti Lake by Seth Bones of Albuquerque, NM.
Seth Bones of Albuquerque landed an all-time record housefish at Cochiti Lake last Tuesday, September 13, 2011. Weighing in at 13,288 pounds 7 ounces and measuring a whopping 624 inches, the gigantic red-bellied housefish is the largest of its species ever caught at the small lake, affectionately known as "The Toilet Bowl" to area boaters. The previous record for a Cochiti Lake housefish was 360 inches and a mere 8,023 pounds."I knew I'd hooked into a biggun'," said Bones, "when the boom on my rig started to bow and we went slidin' down the ramp sideways toward that f****** toilet bowl. It sacred the s*** out of me!" A local reasearch scientist, "Special Ed" Vernon of Rio Rancho, NM said his study of giant freshwater fish "is showing a clear and global pattern: the largest fish species are disappearing from our lakes and rivers. The challenge is clear," he added, "we must find methods to protect these species and their habitats. By acting now, we can save animals like the giant housefish from extinction.” Didn't survive capture Local environmentalists had been negotiating with government officials to release the fish so it could continue its spawning cycle in a far northeast cove of the lake but the adult female later died. The Cochiti giant housefish was filleted, grilled and eaten by natives in the remote village of Corrales along the Rio Grande River, home to more species of mutant fish than any other river in the world, the researcher said, "One sad step for MAN... one more mutant extinction on the Rio Gran."
See a four minute windows media video of the record catch being landed HERE. Some favorite happy memories of the BOCWHQ... |
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Wednesday, 24 August 2011 |
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ATTENTION: Due to heavy run-off and debris entering the lake, Cochiti Lake and Cochiti Beach will be closed until futher notice. The lake will be assessed daily to determine when these areas can be re-opened for recreational purposes. The rest of Cochiti Recreation Area (Overlook, Picnic Area, and Campground) ARE OPEN.  Photo by US Army Corps of Engineers 8-23-2011
 Good Swimmin'
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