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Cochiti lake reopens after water recedes
Cochiti Lake's day use recreation areas, which include Swim Beach, have reopened after high water levels from spring snow melt caused closures.
The Swim Beach is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, there is a $5 per car fee for visitors.
It should be noted that charcoal is not permitted in the designated swim beach area.
Visitors interested in camping around the lake must make reservations online or by calling 1877-444-6777.
“We have removed the debris and made repairs at the Swim Beach and have it open for folks to come enjoy the last hot days of summer break!” said Trevor Wallin, Cochiti Lake operations project manager in a statement.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages the releases of water from Cochiti Dam in order the minimize flooding along the Rio Grande, a news release said.
The release added this year's spring runoff caused water levels at the Cochiti Reservoir to rise higher than it has in the past several years.
Cochiti Lake
