Pueblo of Tesuque was granted Treatment as State in 1995 and adopted Water Quality Standards in 1996. Staff conducts water quality monitoring at 8 sampling locations weekly/monthly and performs water quality assessments annually on the Rio Tesuque, Rio Chupadero, and Rio En Medio.  

Pueblo of Tesuque is a part of the Aamodt Settlement Agreement. PTDENR collaborates with the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), US Geological Survey (USGS) and the NM Office of the State Engineer (NMOSE) to monitor stream diversions and the development of the Pojoaque Basin Regional Water System (PBRWS).

PTDENR tracks wildlife movement through the Pueblo and recently completed a Mule deer collaring project. The Biologist works closely with the Forestry Crew on projects that encourage growth of native species and wildlife habitat.

PTDENR received a Reserved Treaty Rights Lands (RTRL) grant through the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and performs forest treatments (thinning, hazardous fuels reduction, and the removal of invasive species). The Department acquired a Type 6 Wildland fire engine (E1680) in 2019, and nine staff members are certified wildland firefighters. The Pueblo of Tesuque wildland firefighters are called to prescribed burns across the state and were integral in fighting the Medio Fire in 2019. PTDENR forestry staff organizes the sale of firewood to community members each fall/winter.

PTDENR performs monthly walk-throughs at the Camel Rock Valero gas station and ensures the Underground Storage Tanks are in compliance.

PTDENR welcomes the opportunities to share our knowledge and show the community what we do!  In the past, PTDENR has participated in the Native Fish in the Classroom program and worked closely with the Santa Fe Indian School.