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 St. Mary Canal near Spring Coulee Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Canadian St. Mary Canal near Spring Coulee in Canada, AB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, AB, Canada
- Watershed st mary
- Primary gauge 05AE026 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Canadian St. Mary Canal near Spring Coulee
Canadian St. Mary Canal – A vital waterway in Alberta's landscape.
The Canadian St. Mary Canal near Spring Coulee is a significant waterway within Alberta's St. Mary watershed. This canal serves not only as a conduit for water but also as an essential part of the agricultural and ecological systems in this region.
The watershed context
The canal is part of the broader St. Mary watershed, which plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and agricultural activities. The St. Mary River near Lethbridge is a notable peer in this watershed, highlighting the interconnectedness of the waterways in this area. The hydrology here is influenced by the foothills and prairie climate, where late spring peaks brought about by mountain snowmelt are common. Additionally, summer convective storms can lead to sharp rises in water levels, which are indicative of the dynamic weather patterns characteristic of Alberta.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the water levels in the Canadian St. Mary Canal is vital for various stakeholders, including farmers and local communities. The gauge measures not only the elevation of the water but also provides critical flow data, helping to assess conditions for irrigation and water management. Today's reading, which is compared against the median for this calendar day over 50 years of records, informs users about the water levels in relation to historical patterns. This cross-reference with the median provides a more comprehensive view than raw elevation alone, allowing for better decision-making. The data is provided by Water Survey of Canada, ensuring its reliability for those who depend on this vital waterway.
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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