Thompson Ridge Estates
Thompson Ridge Estates is a distinctive residential subdivision nestled within the beautiful Jemez Mountains of New Mexico. The community appeals to those seeking a harmonious blend of outdoor recreation, including hiking and fishing, with the comfort of custom-built homes.
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Thompson Ridge Estates is a privately owned community on Forest Road 106, near La Cueva, NM. The Property Owners Association (TRPOA) is charged with maintaining the common areas (roads and meadow) for the benefit of the owners.
Each owner pays an annual assessment of $260 for the first lot plus $65 for each additional lot. The assessment is used for maintenance of the common areas and buildings and to cover administrative costs and insurance.
Payments should be sent to: 725 Aspen Drive, Jemez Springs, NM 87025.
The general membership meeting is held on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend; members are urged to attend. A meeting to set the agenda for the general meeting is held in June and is open to all members. Meeting announcements are issued about a month in advance; meetings are held in the community center on the meadow.
TRPOA Address: 725 Aspen Drive, Jemez Springs, NM 87025
TRPOA Board of Directors 2024-2025
| Office | Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| President | Jeff Mason | (480)262-8684 | jdmason480@me.com |
| Vice President and Road Commissioner | Danny Evans | (575)829-4001 | devans@lanl.gov |
| Secretary | Allison Lindman | (970)406-8226 (575)829-3422 | trpoa.nm@gmail.com |
| Treasurer | LeeAnn Hine | (505)463-1502 | trpoa.nm.treasurer@gmail.com |
| At Large | Steve Pink | (505)292-0146 (505)280-3613 | dynarocket.sp@gmail.com |
| At Large | Andrea Hunnicutt | (505)377-5894 | andreahunnicutt@gmail.com |
| At Large | Sean Ross | (505)710-1877 | sean.ross@comcast.net |
If you are planning on selling your property or are currently doing so, you will have to provide a disclosure certificate for a purchaser. The certificate must be obtained from the association and completed within 10 days of the request. The HOA Act describes the information that is required, but one item asks whether there are any outstanding assessments on the property. In several recent sales, the title company also contacted the board to inquire whether fees and assessments were currently paid.
In order to avoid jeopardizing a sale, the TRPOA board strongly recommends that all outstanding fees and assessments be paid promptly.
One of the provisions of the HOA Act states that the association may charge a reasonable fee for preparation of the Disclosure Certificate. The association lawyer suggested, after consultation with a title agent, that $150 is a reasonable amount for an association of our size to charge. Payment for the disclosure certificate can be collected by the title company at closing.
The certificate is good for the duration of the fiscal year (i.e., through August 31 of the current year) provided no additional assessments occur. There is a one-time renewal charge of $25 for the certificate.
To obtain a certificate, please contact LeeAnn Hine, trpoa.nm.treasurer@gmail.com.
The registration for the association, required by July 2014, was filed with the Sandoval County Clerk on November 12 (Document 2013030718).
Governing Documents
Original Governing Documents and Other Information
Official and Other Information
Emergency and Other Information
- Emergency (Fire, Medical, Sheriff) – Call 911
- Sheriff (Non-emergency) – 800/862-4357
Jemez Mountains Electric Coop – 829-3550
- Outage Hotline – 877/753-0095
- Code RED Registration
Forest Service – 829-3535
Sandoval County Animal Control. 505-867-2304
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This is a document for homeowners compiled by federal and state authorities to help them harden their homes against the threat of wildfires. Every homeowner at Thompson Ridge (and in the Jemez Mountains) should print this document out, read it, take the steps outlined, and complete the checklists as soon as possible. It is also a good idea to review the document periodically to make sure that the information is current for your home.
Procrastination is normal, but it can be deadly in areas subject to wildfire. Preparing your property to mitigate the damage from wildfires, knowing what to do if evacuated, and having everyone in your family ready to leave in case of wildfire is important.
The information below was provided for residents of Thompson Ridge by Maureen Lincoln.
Sign up for CODE RED (REVERSE 911) – go to www.sandovalcounty.com – system used to telephone residents about emergencies such as evacuation notices.
Fire Potential/weather/restrictions
Southwest area 7 day Significant Fire Potential: http://psgeodata.fs.fed.us/7day/action/forecast/6
Accurate fire and restriction information for whole state: www.nmfireinfo.com
Southwest Fire Restriction Stages: www.firerestrictions.us
Smoke density health effects: https://nmtracking.org/en/environ_exposure/fire-and-smoke/
Santa Fe National Forest Fire Restrictions and Closures: www.firerestrictions.us/nm
National Weather Service, Albuquerque Office: http://www.srh.noaa.gov/abq/
Community Resources and information:
Jemez Mountains Firewise Association (JMFA): Resource to provide homeowners with information on thinning grants and to provide advice on making properties more defensible in case of fire: www.jmfa-nm.org
Sandoval County information for burn information/permits: 1-800-898-2876
Jemez District FS (575)829-3535
Community log splitter – call Howard Fegan (575)829-3031
Thompson Ridge slash pit is open during the summer months on alternate (roughly) Saturdays. Please dump only slash– no trash, appliances, stumps, or building materials.
Curbside Chipping – contact Howard Fegan (575)829-3031 before May 15h for Spring Chipping
Property Owners Associations – website, list-server
Thompson Ridge: http://trpoanm.org
La Cueva Volunteer Fire Department – www.lacuevavfd.org – meetings first Wed of each month at 7:30pm at LCVFD Station 1. Lee Taylor, Chief at lacuevafire@windstream.net. Office 575-829-3355 or cell 505-269-6435
Defensible space – go to www.firewise.org, then find “homeowners” icon for information on how to reduce ignition hazards and how simple changes in landscape and home improvements can reduce wildfire threat.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=feMlaars9kc#!
www.fireadapted.org – Every year thousands of wildfires burn millions of acres across the United States. It’s not if, but when the next wildfire will threaten our community. The Fire Adapted Communities website offers information and specific actions you can take to reduce your risk to the next wildfire.
Following is a link to a news report from Colorado Public Radio, on the 2013 Black Forest Fire which destroyed 486 homes, and which was the worst in Colorado’s history. The news clip states that review of fire damage on ground and reports from firefighters who worked on blaze concludes that “lack of mitigation efforts by many property owners allowed the fire to grow so large it overcame the defenses of even some well-prepared properties”.
https://www.cpr.org/news/story/whos-blame-homes-lost-wildfire-report-says-you-dont-have-look-far
In the URL, there is also a link to the 100 page report prepared by Pikes Peak Wildfire Prevention Partners for the Governor of Colorado. Check out the Cathedral Pines development and mitigation history, which started with the developer before construction, but can be done in established neighborhoods such as ours. Mitigation such as tree limbing and thinning, ladder fuel and brush removal, removal of ponderosa pine seedlings and “dog hair” trees, wider driveways with turn-around radii for fire engines, removal of combustible mulches and wood piles near structures, and highly visible house numbers to name a few.
Sandoval County Chaplains
(505)414-2644
Community Counselors, Ministers, Pastors, Priests
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 (emotional support related to disaster). Disaster can be nature (tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, fires), or environmental trauma (shooting, or personal disaster, like loss of job or health). System has data base, state specific for referrals. Available 24/7
American Red Cross: 24/7
Mid-Rio Grande Chapter 505-265-8514 (8:30am – 4:30pm) after hours, call same number and ask for Duty Worker on call. For fire, flood, wind storm or similar disaster. Emergency food, shelter, clothing or other assistance related to the disaster given.
United Way 211 – (505)245-1735 – 8:00am-5:00pm Mon-Frid. UNITED WAY provides free information and referrals to health and human services, government agencies, and community based organizations. It covers food pantries, clothing assistance, shelters, rent/utility assistance, physical and mental health resources, senior services and persons with disabilities and children, youth and family supports.
Other Links
- NM Fire Information
- NM Road Information
- Medevac Insurance Information
- La Cueva Volunteer Fire Department
- SFNF Travel Management Information
- Santa Fe National Forest
- Jemez Springs Information
State And Local Documents
Sandoval County Open Burning Regulations
Contact TRPOA
The Thompson Ridge Slash Pit
The Thompson Ridge Slash Pit originated as a communal effort, where locals would bring their slash—the remnants of tree branches, brush, and other vegetation—from their properties to an old gravel pit located in Mushroom Basin. The Thompson Ridge community organized an annual burning event, turning it into a social gathering where the slash was burned in a controlled environment, reducing the risk of forest fires. The volunteer fire department would be present with their trucks, ensuring safety in case of any incidents.
Over time, as word spread about the convenient disposal site, more residents from all over the valley began to contribute their slash to the pit. Due to increasing fire restrictions, the accumulated slash could not be burned as frequently, leading to a significant buildup. Year after year, the pit became filled to capacity, with piles of slash extending across an area the size of two football fields. This raised concerns among the Thompson Ridge residents and the forest service, prompting the locals to keep a vigilant eye on the pit.
Today, residents from the broader community continue to bring their slash to Mushroom Basin, where the forest service attempts to conduct burns whenever conditions allow. The forest service, along with volunteers, now maintain and run the slash pit.
When disposing of slash in this area, please be considerate, remembering that this is not a dump, and people live nearby. Although no trash is permitted, some still find its way into the pit. Properly managing slash is crucial to preventing forest fires, as dried vegetation poses a significant fire hazard, especially during the dry summer months.
Rules & Regulations:
Here are the general rules and regulations for the Thompson Ridge Slash Pit:
- Vegetative Material Only: The slash pit is designated for vegetative materials such as tree branches, brush, and other plant debris. No household trash, used tires, metal roofing, or building materials are allowed.
- Fire Safety: The slash pit is monitored by the local Thompson Ridge community and the forest service. Burning of the slash is conducted when conditions allow.
- No Trash: It is crucial to keep the slash pit free of any non-vegetative materials. Trash can create hazards for fire personnel and negatively impact the environment.
- Respect the Area: When dumping slash, be considerate of the nearby residents and the natural surroundings. This is not a dump, and proper disposal practices should be followed.
- Fire Hazard Awareness: Dried slash can pose a significant fire risk, especially during the dry summer months. Proper management and disposal of slash are essential to prevent forest fires and protect the community.
- Community Involvement: Residents are encouraged to participate in monitoring and maintaining the slash pit. Your cooperation helps ensure the safety and effectiveness of this communal resource.
Schedule:
See the Events Page of After the Thunder For Schedule