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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Banning Creek near Bisbee Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Banning Creek near Bisbee in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed upper san pedro
- Primary gauge 09470700 (USGS)
About Banning Creek near Bisbee
Banning Creek - a dynamic waterway shaped by seasonal extremes.
Banning Creek flows near Bisbee, Arizona, in the Upper San Pedro watershed. Known for its swift changes, Banning Creek exemplifies the unique hydrology of the arid Southwest, where summer monsoon thunderstorms often give rise to flash floods, while winter rain and snowmelt from higher elevations sustain the creek's flow throughout the year.
The watershed context
The Upper San Pedro watershed is a vital component of southern Arizona's landscape. This region experiences dramatic fluctuations in streamflow due to its climatic conditions. The summer months can bring intense thunderstorms that lead to sudden surges in water levels, while in drier periods, many channels may run nearly dry. Banning Creek, draining approximately 8.7 square miles above the measurement station, is part of this dynamic system.
Nearby water bodies provide important context to Banning Creek's ecology. It is in proximity to various peers, including the Babocomari River near Tombstone and the San Pedro River flowing at Charleston, both of which contribute to the intricate river network of the area. These interactions are crucial for maintaining the ecological balance and sustaining local wildlife.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) enhances our understanding of Banning Creek's flow conditions. Today, readings from the station reveal the current state of the creek compared to historical averages, offering insight into its health and behavior. When looking at today's measurement against the median for this calendar day across 26 years of records, we gain a deeper perspective on fluctuations that can influence both natural ecosystems and human activities in the region. Understanding these patterns helps in planning and managing resources more effectively, particularly in a region where water is a limiting resource.
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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