McKinley County

10/16/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE: SUPERMAN CANYON ROAD

Bridge 8085 on Superman Canyon Road will remain closed as McKinley County begins replacing the nearly 50-year-old bridge that crosses the Puerco River between Historic Route 66 (NM 118) and Hasler Valley Road.

Construction will begin in October, with the project anticipated to take up to one year to complete. The new bridge will provide a safer, two-lane crossing and improve access for emergency responders.

“Public safety is the highest priority,” County Manager Anthony Dimas Jr. said.

Please use Hasler Valley Road as an alternate route and plan accordingly while construction is underway.

📅 Anticipated completion: October 2027

Thank you for your patience as McKinley County works to improve local infrastructure and public safety.

10/13/2026

📢 Red Rock Park Update: Concession Stand Closure in 2027
As we continue making improvements at Red Rock Park, the concession stand will be closed throughout 2027. We will be remodeling the concession area to improve the overall experience at the park.
🌭 What does this mean for your event? Food and beverage concessions will not be available through the park during this time. Event organizers and rental partners should plan to make their own arrangements for food and drinks, subject to applicable park policies and insurance requirements.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we invest in the future of Red Rock Park! We look forward to welcoming visitors and event guests back with improved amenities in 2028.
📞 Have questions about upcoming rentals or facility availability? Contact park management at 505-722-3839.
We’re sharing a few of the conceptual renderings of the new concession area to give the public a sense of the improvements taking place. Thank you for your continued support of Red Rock Park!

09/30/2026

2027 Indoor Event Reservations for Red Rock Park

Reservations for 2027 events in the Auditorium, Dining Room, and Conference Room will open online at 8:00 a.m. on October 7.

Please note:

-October 7: Online reservations only. In-person reservations will not be accepted.
-October 8: In-person reservation requests will begin at 8:30 a.m. in the Director’s Office.
-In-person reservations will be available only for dates and facilities that were not reserved online on October 7.
-Create Your Account Before October 7

Please create your online account before the reservation window opens. Having your account set up in advance will help you complete your reservation quickly and avoid losing your preferred date or facility to another customer.

You can access to the reservation system here:
https://www.co.mckinley.nm.us/436/Red-Rock-Park

09/25/2026

Continuing with the theme of updating the public about projects happening at Red Rock Park, we are sharing a series of architectural renderings of a project we are particularly excited about.

The East Plaza and Pavilion is an outdoor space that features a barn-style gable roof, a stage, fire pits and plenty of room for seating. The intent of the design is to showcase the natural beauty of the red rocks and surrounding scenery.

The area will be adjacent to the Auditorium, which is the largest indoor venue that the park offers, and will be great for weddings, graduations and other medium-to-large events.

The East Plaza and Pavilion will offer another option for gathering, celebrating and enjoying Red Rock Park. Whether used on its own or in conjunction with the Auditorium, the space is designed to take advantage of the incredible setting while providing a versatile venue for a variety of events.

This project is currently in the design phase and we expect these designs will change. We’re excited to share more as this project takes shape and look forward to seeing this new space become part of the Red Rock Park experience.

09/04/2026

A little shade goes a long way. ☀️

Since its installation this spring, the new canopy over the grandstand at Red Rock Park has already been putting in the work. Covering the upper section of the south grandstand, it gives spectators a welcome place to get out of the sun while taking in the action in the arena.

During this year’s Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial, the canopy provided much-needed shade for spectators enjoying the rodeo events during the heat of the day.

It’s one of several improvements McKinley County has made at Red Rock Park since taking over management — all part of making this special community gathering place better for everyone who uses it.

08/26/2026

Bridge 8085 on Superman Canyon Road is closed for replacement due to damage to the bridge that occurred last week. The bridge was scheduled to be replaced this fall and could be out for up to four months once replacement begins.

07/24/2026

PSA: The offices of the County Assessor and GIS Department will be closed for the remainder of today, July 24th, 2026. They will re-open on Monday July 27th at 8:00am.

07/22/2026

PSA: The offices of the County Assessor, Clerk, Treasurer, GIS and Bureau of Elections will be closed on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 as we clean up from the flooding that occurred on Tuesday. Offices are scheduled to reopen on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 8:00am.

07/22/2026

McKinley County is pleased to announce that the McKinley County Metro Dispatch Authority (MCMDA) recently received its accreditation by the New Mexico Emergency Communications Professional Standards Accreditation Program.

The certification means that the organization follows a set of professional standards that include standardized policies, site inspections and training. The goal of the organization is to enhance professionalism, uniformity and consistency in the operation of 911 emergency communications in New Mexico.

The McKinley County Metro Dispatch Authority serves as the central communication hub for multiple law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical, and other public safety agencies in Gallup and McKinley County, New Mexico.

“Achieving accreditation is not just a badge of honor; it is a fundamental component of our mission to provide effective, reliable, and professional emergency communication services,” MCMDA Communications Director Alissa Copi said. “It reinforces our dedication to serving our community with excellence and ensures that we remain a trusted partner in public safety.”

07/21/2026

PSA

Posted 7.21.26 at 1408

Flash Flood Warning is effective from 7/21/26, 1:56 PM through 7/21/26, 5:30 PM

Areas Affected: McKinley, NM

Summary: Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 1:56PM MDT until July 21 at 5:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM More Info

Last Updated : 7/21/26, 1:56 PM

Description :

At 156 PM MDT, emergency management reported thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain
have fallen, and multiple water rescues are occurring. The expected
rainfall rate is 1.5 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall
amounts of 0.5 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash
flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.

SOURCE...Emergency management reported.

IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Gallup, Church Rock, Vanderwagen, Yah-Ta-Hey, Rock Springs, Red
Rock State Park, Allison, Red Rock, Gamerco and Mentmore.

This includes Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 16 and 33.

Authoritative Instructions :

Do not enter or cross flowing water or water of unknown depth!

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Arroyos, streams, and normally dry rivers can become raging killer
currents in a matter of minutes. Water in arroyos can travel many
miles and take hours to reach your location from upstream rain areas.