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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Athabasca River near Old Fort Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Athabasca River near Old Fort in Canada, AB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, AB, Canada
- Watershed lower athabasca mouth
- Primary gauge 07DD011 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Athabasca River near Old Fort
Athabasca River near Old Fort - a vital source in Alberta's waterway network.
Nestled in the heart of Alberta, the Athabasca River near Old Fort serves as a key artery within the Lower Athabasca watershed. With an expansive drainage area of approximately 156,000 square kilometres feeding this river segment, it plays a significant role in the regional hydrology. The river supports various ecological and recreational activities, benefiting from the seasonal snowmelt and occasional summer storm events characteristic of the foothills and prairie landscapes.
Why the data matters here
Current water readings from the Athabasca River near Old Fort are particularly relevant for those who depend on the river for ecological and agricultural purposes. The water level and flow trends monitored at this station offer insights into the river's behavior, especially during the late spring, when mountain snowmelt typically drives peak levels. Additionally, the potential for sharp rises during summer convective storms highlights the importance of real-time data for flood preparedness and resource management.
Today's reading against the median for this calendar day stands as a reliable measure, taking into account nearly 49 years of historical data compiled by the Water Survey of Canada. This comparison is crucial, as it presents a clearer picture of current conditions than raw elevation alone, allowing for informed decision-making among local cottagers, farmers, and other stakeholders reliant on the health and flow of the Athabasca 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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