A deeply saturated atmosphere and weak steering flow over New Mexico set the stage for slow-moving heavy thunderstorms with torrential rainfall.  Rainfall rates approached 2 inches per hour in some areas.  The greatest impact from heavy rainfall occurred in the area from near Santa Fe south through Eldorado and Lamy to Cerrillos, Madrid, and Albuquerque where significant flash flooding developed.  Strong winds and large hail accompanied the heavy rainfall in the Albuquerque Metro Area.  Another area of heavy rainfall produced flash flooding around El Rito and Ojo Caliente.

Flash Flood in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 to 19-JUL-13 16:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: CARNUEL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A couple of man hole covers were blown out of roadway from flash flooding around Spain and Eubank.  Widespread flooded roadways were reported within this area.  Small sink hole developed at the intersection of Copper and Juan Tabo.

Flash Flood in SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 14:00:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: LA CIENEGA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Gold Mine Road was flooded and impassable for nearly 200 yards near Cerrillos. Major torrents of water raging in San Marcos Arroyo between Eldorado and NM 14 near Cerrillos were captured by local residents, many of whom described it as a rare sight.

Flash Flood in SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:00:00 to 19-JUL-13 16:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: MADRID
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A major mudslide off the hill behind property ended up a couple feet deep on the deck and patio. Unpaved driveway completely destroyed by flood waters. The arroyo that crossed the property along NM 14 was at least 40 feet wide and 10 feet deep.

Thunderstorm Wind in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:00:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Two large trees blown down at the FAA Air Route Traffic Control Center.

Hail in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:04:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:25:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

Quarter hail at Montgomery and Moon.

Hail in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:05:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:24:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Nickel hail at Spain and Eubank.

Hail in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:00:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:20:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Quarter hail near Spain and Eubank.

Hail in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:10:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

Quarter hail near Montgomery and Moon.

Hail in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:35:00 (MST-7)
Location: (ABQ)ALBUQUERQUE INTL AIRPORT
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Nickel size hail at University and Strand Loop.

Flash Flood in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 16:17:00 to 19-JUL-13 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Large amounts of landscape debris washed across Wyoming at Carmel blocking northbound lanes of traffic.

Flash Flood in RIO ARRIBA, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 to 19-JUL-13 16:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: LA MADERA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Highway 111 washed away along Rio Vallecitos. Vehicles parked at Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa were among the damages and mudslides were reported along the hillsides near the resort. The RV and camping area was closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 16:20:00 to 19-JUL-13 16:35:00 (MST-7)
Location: KIRTLAND AFB
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Three to four feet of water standing in parking lot at Home Depot.

Flash Flood in RIO ARRIBA, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 to 19-JUL-13 16:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: EL RITO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Portion of highway 554 washed away in El Rito.  A home along highway 554 was impacted by the flood waters with damage reported to the kitchen.  Local print media reported that the skirt of a mobile home was washed away and a propane tank floated several hundred feet away from the home.

Thunderstorm Wind in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: CARNUEL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Power lines downed in a couple areas from Juan Tabo and Candelaria to Wyoming and Lomas.

Heavy Rain in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 19-JUL-13 15:00:00 to 19-JUL-13 15:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Entire roof covering exterior garden department collapsed at the Kmart on Montgomery and Eubank due to heavy rainfall.