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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Canal de Patillas above Guayama Filtration Plant Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Canal de Patillas above Guayama Filtration Plant in PR, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location PR, United States
- Watershed southern puerto rico
- Primary gauge 50093075 (USGS)
About Canal de Patillas above Guayama Filtration Plant
Canal de Patillas - A vital waterway within Southern Puerto Rico.
The Canal de Patillas above Guayama Filtration Plant serves as an essential waterway in Southern Puerto Rico. This river is situated within a region characterized by tropical island hydrology, where rainfall-driven flash floods can arise swiftly due to the unique topography and precipitation patterns. The Canal provides critical water resources for local communities and agriculture, flanked by a network of other canals that illustrate the interconnectedness of water management in this vibrant area.
The watershed context
The Canal de Patillas is part of the Southern Puerto Rico watershed, home to several nearby waterways, such as the Aes Intake Canal at Canal de Patillas and the Canal de Juana Diaz system. These waterways collectively contribute to the region's hydrological dynamics, offering vital resources and aiding in flood management during heavy rainfall events. The proximity to Guayama emphasizes its role as a significant conduit for water as it flows through agriculture lands and residential areas.
Why the data matters here
Current readings from the USGS gauge for the Canal de Patillas provide real-time insights into water levels and flow conditions, which are particularly important given the area's susceptibility to flash flooding, especially during hurricane season. Monitoring data helps to warn communities and farmers of potential flooding risks.
Today's reading is particularly relevant when compared to the historical median for this calendar day, drawn from over 24 years of record-keeping. Such comparisons allow for a better understanding of current conditions relative to the typical seasonal patterns in the area. In the case of Canal de Patillas, the continuous monitoring by the USGS provides essential data that supports both local water management and public safety efforts.
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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