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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Canadian River at Logan Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Canadian River at Logan in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper canadian ute reservoir
- Primary gauge 07227000 (USGS)
About Canadian River at Logan
Canadian River at Logan - a vital waterway in the arid Southwest.
The Canadian River at Logan, New Mexico, serves as an important artery in the region's hydrology. With a drainage area of approximately 11,141 square miles, this river flows through a landscape characterized by high-country snowmelt in spring, which significantly influences seasonal water levels. The river is situated within the Upper Canadian-Ute Reservoir watershed and is flanked by important bodies of water, including Conchas Lake.
The watershed context
The Upper Canadian-Ute Reservoir watershed plays a crucial role in managing the region’s water supply, particularly in the arid Southwest where periods of dryness can extend for long stretches. The Canadian River contributes to this watershed, capturing flows during the spring thaw and various storms throughout the year. These seasonal variations are critical for replenishing local aquifers and irrigating surrounding agricultural lands.
In the summer months, from July to September, monsoon storms may cause flash floods, providing a brief respite from the dry conditions that dominate the rest of the year. The interplay between these seasonal patterns creates a unique hydrological dynamic that sustains both natural ecosystems and human activities.
Why the data matters here
Today’s river gauge reading from the U.S. Geological Survey gives insight into the current flow conditions of the Canadian River, compared against the median for this calendar day over the past 50 years. This contextual comparison highlights how today's flow levels stack up against historical norms, offering a clearer picture of current water availability and potential impacts on the surrounding environment. Understanding these metrics is vital for cottagers and farmers alike, as well as for those interested in flood monitoring and water resource management in this arid region.
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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