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.
Water Stories
For five years, spring 2019 was the mark every Lake Muskoka decision answered to. In April 2026 the lake went two centimeters higher - and the official books have not caught up yet.
Inside the freshet cycle that puts Manitoba shorelines at risk each year - and why 2026 broke the script.
The science of snow water equivalent and why it drives the season ahead.
What the numbers on the measuring stick actually tell you.
Why Central and South Texas rivers go from gravel beds to fifty-year records in an afternoon - including July 2026 on the Nueces.
One percent, every year, forever - unwrapping hydrology's most misunderstood phrase, and how it differs from our own percentiles.
Canal NO 1 Blw Little Dam near Schurz Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Canal NO 1 Blw Little Dam near Schurz in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed walker
- Primary gauge 10301755 (USGS)
About Canal NO 1 Blw Little Dam near Schurz
Canal NO 1 Blw Little Dam near Schurz - A pivotal connector in the Walker River system.
The Canal NO 1 Blw Little Dam is an important waterway located near Schurz, Nevada, serving as a critical conduit in the Walker River system. This canal not only reflects the intricate balance of arid Great Basin hydrology but also plays a role in the regional agricultural landscape.
The watershed context
As part of the Walker Watershed, this canal interacts with a network of water bodies including Canal NO 2 above Little Dam, Walker River above Little Dam, and several other nearby reaches of the Walker River. The surrounding landscape is characterized by a semi-arid climate where winter snowmelt from the nearby mountains feeds into the river systems, resulting in significant spring runoff. As summer arrives, localized thunderstorms can lead to abrupt flash flooding, particularly affecting the ephemeral streams that crisscross this region.
This stable flow channel also contrasts with nearby ephemeral watercourses that depend on seasonal rains, highlighting its significance in providing a more consistent water source for irrigation and ecological needs.
Why the data matters here
Continuous monitoring of the canal by the U.S. Geological Survey allows for a deeper understanding of its flow characteristics and water levels. The recorded data is essential for managing local water resources effectively, especially in the context of agricultural demands and the seasonal variability typical of Nevada's climate.
Today's reading from the Canal NO 1 Blw Little Dam illustrates how hydrological observations can inform us about current conditions in relation to historical norms. Compared to the median for this calendar day, this data offers valuable insight into the water supply trends that have been observed over the past 31 years. Monitoring elevation levels against median values helps in understanding not just the immediate conditions but also the ecological changes and needs of all stakeholders relying on this crucial water 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.
How Nibi Metrics works · Water stories
