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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Big Bonito Creek at CO Road 71, near Fort Apache Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Big Bonito Creek at CO Road 71, near Fort Apache in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed black 0101
- Primary gauge 09489770 (USGS)
About Big Bonito Creek at CO Road 71, near Fort Apache
Big Bonito Creek - A vital source in the arid Southwest.
Big Bonito Creek flows gracefully near Fort Apache, Arizona, contributing to the hydrology of the Black watershed. This region experiences a distinctly arid climate, characterized by summer monsoon thunderstorms that can lead to unpredictable flash floods. The creek is essential for sustaining local ecology and is part of a larger hydrological network that includes the Black River and its tributaries.
Why the data matters here
With a drainage area of approximately 197 square miles above the gauge, Big Bonito Creek plays a crucial role in capturing runoff during rain events, though it may run dry between storms. Monitoring by the U.S. Geological Survey helps to provide an accurate view of water conditions in this dynamic landscape. Today's reading is an important data point, revealing how current water levels compare to the historical norm for this time of year.
While the creek does not currently measure discharge, the stream's conditions can significantly affect surrounding ecosystems and the water supply for nearby communities. Regular evaluations strengthen understanding of the creek’s fluctuating nature and inform local water management efforts. Understanding the creek's status, particularly during the summer's erratic weather patterns, is essential for those who depend on it.
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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