Acequia Madre de San Antonio Community Ditch Association

07/04/2025

Although our springwater fed Acequia remains dry we are ever hopeful the waters will return. There is much to do in preparation for that time, and we have begun the efforts to welcome it.
We have removed the plastic canoa from the system. It failed many years ago, and began to dangerously crumble into the arroyo.
We have resumed working with UNM and Bernalillo County for a historically accurate replacement canoa. The effort should complete in 2027.
Pray for water.

03/28/2020

The officers and parciantes of the AMDSACDA have withdrawn from operating the "Fiesta Burger" food stand at the San Antonio de Padua annual June fiesta. We sincerely appreciate everyone contributing time, resources, and donations over these decades. The effort preserved our acequia from damage, and loss. The acequia association continues to monitor pressures on the acequia, and accomplish efforts protecting it. Pray for water.

We work with Bernalillo County staff in their efforts caring for the open space through which our acequia courses.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns.

Sincerely,
Officers of Acequia Madre de San Antonio Community Ditch Association
Viva San Antonio!

01/02/2020

Our deepest sympathies to the Ken Sanchez family, and friends. Ken, most recently a Albuquerque city councilor, served as a Bernalillo County commissioner when our community fought development that threatened destruction of our acequia. He was supportive in our quest, understanding the historical and culture impacts the loss would be for all citizens. His support helped us retain our communities treasure. His passing is a great loss for New Mexico.

09/12/2019

Acequia Madre de San Antonio Community Ditch Association will be accepting nominations for the officers from eligible candidates at the regular meeting on October 2nd, 2019. The election will be held on November 6th, 2019 at 6:30 pm at 12018 N. Hwy 14, Cedar Crest, NM 87008

05/25/2019

Fiestas de San Antonio de Padua coming up June 14. This year marks the 200th anniversary for the Carnue Land Grant, and Acequia Madre de San Antonio. Coincidentally, the exciting helicopter event of twenty-three years ago, when Victoria Hefkin was air-lifted to bring Josef Hefkin into the world, will be celebrated. Just the birthday, the helicopter isn’t scheduled for attendance. 😂

01/12/2019

What are the prospects for springs renewal this year? Do we have any experts out there willing to venture their thoughts for us?

11/19/2018

For the folks interested in history, some local material for you:

The American Southwest encompasses a vast territory rich in natural and mineral resources but short on water supply. When Spanish conquistadores first entered the region, known to them as Nueva España, they immediately realized that irrigation would be a necessary development in the establishment o...

12/13/2017

Too dry.

10/05/2017

Nominations for officers and Mayordormo of the AMDSACDA 2018-2019 years will be open until Wednesday, October 11,2017 .
The following nominations for officers have been made: Gary Hefkin, Heather Gabbert, Matt Mashburn, Susan Tavizon and Ian Hefkin.
The following nominations for Mayordormo are : Leroy Gonzales Sr and Leroy G. Gonzales.
Nominations can be made by any current paid member. Please submit your nominations to [email protected] or to any current officer of the association.
Elections will be held Wednesday, November 1,2017 at 6:30 pm at 12018 N. Hwy 14, Cedar Crest, NM.

08/26/2017

News reports tell us we're exiting a period of drought in New Mexico. The last time NM was this wet was before the turn of the century. That is nearly two decades of becoming-very-dry conditions, and returning to not-so-dry. I predict water flowing from our springs within nine months, and maybe within six. Anyone have thoughts to add?

06/29/2017

The officers for the association wish to express our sincere appreciation to the following businesses for their generous support during our 2017 San Antonio Fiesta fund raising. Please support these shops, they care! Los Cuates, Ribs Hickory Smoked Pit Bar B-Q, Trail Rider Pizza, Burger Boy, Bonefish Grill, Triangle Grocery, and Jerky Boy!