Wednesday, Jun 26 2013 2:35PM

Drought-like conditions have caused some wells to dry up in New Mexico.

Many rural areas of New Mexico are struggling for water due to severe drought, which has prompted many local wells and aquifers to dry up, according to Albuquerque's KRQE station. In response to the growing problem, the New Mexico Water Collaborative is encouraging all residents to be mindful of their water use and join conservation efforts that may ensure all residents have access to water system services.

For example, in Magdalena, the town's well recently ran dry as a result of drought, forcing residents to ration out water bottles and rely on porta-potties to meet their needs, NBC News recently reported. In other areas, such as Placitas, many homeowners also rely upon private wells and are focusing on solutions to battle falling water levels as drought conditions continue.

"Many of the residents in Placitas are dependent on well water to support their homes so when you conserve the amount of water you need to actually operate indoor appliances you're reducing how much fresh water has to be pumped," New Mexico Water Collaborative Executive Director Yvette Tovar told KRQE.

The group, which works with small communities across the state, are encouraging homeowners who are facing water shortages to participate in the group's water conservation training sessions to help further these efforts. 

For more information, check out these resources: NBC News, Albuquerque KRQE