Nibi Metrics
Real-time water levels, forecasts, and alerts for lakes and rivers across Canada and the US. Built on official government data.
Nibi Metrics turns raw gauge readings from official hydrometric networks into something a person standing on a dock can actually use: is the water high or low for today, which way is it moving, and how unusual is this? This page explains where every number on the platform comes from and what we do to it along the way.
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Antler R below Antler Lake near Auke Bay AK Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Antler R below Antler Lake near Auke Bay AK in AK, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AK, United States
- Watershed lynn canal 0301
- Primary gauge 15055500 (USGS)
About Antler R below Antler Lake near Auke Bay AK
Antler River - A vital glacial stream in Alaska.
The Antler River, located below Antler Lake near Auke Bay, Alaska, serves as an essential watercourse in the Lynn Canal watershed. This river, nourished by the melting snow and glaciers, shapes the ecological and hydrological characteristics of the region. As part of a network of rivers, including notable peers such as the Lemon Creek and Mendenhall River, it plays an important role in the local ecosystem.
The watershed context
The Antler River is crucial to understanding the nuances of subarctic hydrology. It drains an area of approximately 23.5 square miles, reflecting the dynamics of the surrounding glaciers that influence the water flow. In the spring months, the river experiences significant inflow due to snowmelt, which is often accompanied by the effects of ice jams. As summer approaches, glacier-fed rivers typically reach their peak flows, providing critical habitat for wildlife and supporting a rich biodiversity.
During the winter, the river flows may drop significantly as temperatures decrease and ice cover forms, leading to low flows that characterize the deep winter season. This seasonal variability in flow regimes is key for organisms dependent on the river's waters throughout the year.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Antler River is vital for managing its ecological health and understanding its seasonal behavior. Today's water level at the monitoring station is compared against the median level for this calendar day—this gives a clearer context for current conditions rather than just an absolute reading. This data helps to highlight patterns over time, aiding in conservation efforts and providing essential information for recreational activities and local water management.
The U.S. Geological Survey operates this station, and the data collected over 29 years allows for informed decision-making that supports both the ecosystem and the communities around Auke Bay.
How this page is built
Readings come from official government gauges and are rolled into daily records: the daily mean, high and low for every day on record. Each calendar day gets its own baseline from the full history, so the level you see is compared against what this specific date usually looks like rather than an annual average.
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