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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Aroostook River near Tinker Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Aroostook River near Tinker in Canada, NB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, NB, Canada
- Watershed aroostook
- Primary gauge 01AG003 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Aroostook River near Tinker
Aroostook River - a vital waterway in New Brunswick.
The Aroostook River near Tinker flows through the heart of New Brunswick, offering essential drainage for a substantial catchment area of roughly 6,130 square kilometres. Located amidst a diverse landscape, this river plays a critical role in the local ecology and community.
The watershed context
The Aroostook River, situated within the Aroostook watershed, is influenced by Atlantic hydrology patterns. In this region, spring brings the significant potential for snowmelt freshets, which can lead to elevated water levels in the river. As temperatures rise, ice-jam risks may accompany these spring thaw periods, shaping both the river's flow and surrounding ecosystems. In the fall, heavy rains can create additional flood risks, while winter brings the seasonal icing-over of the river.
The river not only provides crucial water resources but also supports regional biodiversity. As a result, the Aroostook River is an important natural asset for local communities and wildlife alike.
Why the data matters here
Regular monitoring of the Aroostook River’s water levels is invaluable, particularly given its role in flood management and water availability. Today's reading offers insight into how the current conditions compare to historical data collected over the past 50 years. By assessing this reading against the median for the calendar day, residents and stakeholders can better understand the river’s behaviour during this particular time of year, as managed by the Water Survey of Canada (WSC). This context enables informed decisions regarding land use and resource management, ensuring a balanced approach to living and working alongside this vital waterway.
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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