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Rio Arriba County is located in the northern part of New Mexico and is known for its rich history and diverse cultural heritage. The county offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, with its stunning landscapes, including the rugged mountains of the Sangre de Cristo Range and the Rio Grande River valley. Key attractions include the historic Chimayo and Ojo Caliente, renowned for their hot springs. Visitors can also explore the ancient petroglyphs at La Junta Point and experience the vibrant local arts and crafts scene. Additionally, the county hosts the Annual Traditional and Contemporary Spanish Market, showcasing traditional Spanish colonial art and culture.
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Rio Arriba County administration contact details
| Rio Arriba County administration contact details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1122 Industrial Park Road, Española, NM 87532 |
| County seat | Tierra Amarilla |
| Phone number | 505-753-2992 |
| Official website | https://www.rio-arriba.org |
| County clerk | Linda J. Padilla |
| County commissioner | Barrett L. Esquibel |
Rio Arriba County, NM Sheriff's Office and Jail Information
| Number of prisons | 1 |
|---|---|
| Jail names | Rio Arriba County Adult Detention Facility |
| Sheriff office address | 1122 Industrial Park Road, Española, NM 87532 |
| Sheriff office phone number | 505-753-3327 |
| Inmate search information | To locate an inmate in Rio Arriba County, contact the Rio Arriba County Adult Detention Facility at 505-753-2992 or visit the county's official website for more information. |
| Clerk of Court name | Melodie A. Valdez |
| Clerk of Court address | 7 Main Street, Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575 |
Rio Arriba County (NM) Statistics
| Number of cities/towns/villages | 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 40446 | |
| Area | 5896 sq mi | |
| Density | 7/sq mi | |
| Altitude | 8420 ft | |
| Median Household Income | $40746 | |
| Poverty rate | 23% | |
| Unemployment rate | 11% | |
| Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher) | 21% | |
Environmental risk in Rio Arriba County, NM
| Overall risk | Relatively Low |
|---|---|
| Expected Annual Loss | Relatively Low |
| Social Vulnerability | Very High |
| Community Resilience | Very Low |
| Avalanche Risk | Not Applicable |
| Coastal Flooding Risk | Not Applicable |
| Cold Wave Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake Risk | Relatively Low |
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