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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Carrizo Creek near Show Low, AZ. Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Carrizo Creek near Show Low, AZ. in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed carrizo
- Primary gauge 09496500 (USGS)
About Carrizo Creek near Show Low, AZ.
Carrizo Creek - a fleeting watercourse shaped by arid conditions.
Nestled in the rugged landscape of Arizona, Carrizo Creek near Show Low is a vital though often ephemeral waterway. This creek is part of the Carrizo watershed, draining approximately 439 square miles of land. Here, the interplay of seasonal weather patterns greatly influences the creek's character and flow, with summer monsoon thunderstorms bringing the potential for flash floods, while winter storms and snowmelt from higher elevations contribute to the water supply.
The watershed context
Carrizo Creek is joined by nearby waterways such as Cibecue Creek and West Cedar Creek, each navigating the unique terrain of the arid Southwest. The region experiences a distinct seasonal rhythm, where the summer months often bring violent thunderstorms, feeding the creek intermittently, while the cold winter months might see the creek fed by snowmelt from higher altitudes. The drying out of the creek between these events is a characteristic feature of its hydrology, a reminder of the dynamic climate of the area.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the current conditions of Carrizo Creek is crucial for local communities and ecosystems alike. The data provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) includes discharge measurements that reveal how much water flows through the creek at any given time, reflecting the impact of recent weather patterns. Today's reading compared against the median for this calendar day across the station's historical record (spanning over 49 years) offers a context for evaluating the current water levels. This framework not only highlights the significant fluctuations typical in arid environments but also aids local decision-makers in managing resources and preparing for potential flooding or drought conditions.
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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