Historical Marker
Embudo Stream-Gauging Station
Established in 1888. Site of the first United States Geological Survey training center for hydrographers. Those trained here made some of the earliest hydrological studies in the nation, leading to stream-gauging of many streams throughout the country, and thus providing important evaluation of the nations surface water resources.
The state's landscape is diverse and includes deserts, mountains, and forests. It is home to several national parks and monuments, including Carlsbad Caverns National Park and the White Sands National Monument.