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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Assiniboine River at Headingley Water Level
Live water level, flow, historical records and forecast for Assiniboine River at Headingley in Canada, MB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, MB, Canada
- Watershed lower assiniboine mouth
- Primary gauge 05MJ001 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Assiniboine River at Headingley
Assiniboine River at Headingley - a key monitoring point in Manitoba's hydrology.
The Assiniboine River at Headingley acts as a vital monitoring station, capturing critical hydrological data as water flows through this part of Manitoba. Located within the Lower Assiniboine - Mouth watershed, this section of the river plays an essential role in regional water management and ecosystem health. The gauge here provides a wealth of information relevant not only to local residents but also to farmers, anglers, and flood-watchers alike.
## The watershed context This stretch of the Assiniboine River drains a vast area of approximately 152,000 square kilometers, collecting runoff from the surrounding landscape before reaching Headingley. It serves as a chokepoint, reflecting conditions upstream while influencing water availability downstream. Nearby monitoring stations like the Assiniboine River at Baie St. Paul and the Assiniboine River near Portage La Prairie share the same river, allowing for comparative analysis of flows and water conditions throughout the region. This connectivity enhances our understanding of hydrological patterns and supports efficient water management practices in the area.
## Why the data matters here Understanding the data collected at the Assiniboine River at Headingley is crucial, particularly in the context of Manitoba's prairie hydrology. The region is characterized by significant spring snowmelt floods, which are the defining hydrological events in the province. This seasonal phenomenon is followed by a natural recession during the summer months, shaping the ecological and agricultural dynamics of the area. The readings from this gauge not only inform local flood forecasts but also help manage irrigation and water usage during drier periods.
Today's reading from the Assiniboine River at Headingley, concerning its flow conditions compared to the median for this calendar day, allows users to contextualize the current water level within the historical norms established over the last 50 years. Monitoring such measurements, provided by the Water Survey of Canada, is vital for understanding water dynamics and ensuring the safety and productivity of the communities that rely on this river.
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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