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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Cataract Creek below Topocoba Gorge near Supai Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Cataract Creek below Topocoba Gorge near Supai in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed havasu canyon
- Primary gauge 09404109 (USGS)
About Cataract Creek below Topocoba Gorge near Supai
Cataract Creek below Topocoba Gorge near Supai - A dynamic desert river shaped by seasonal storms.
Cataract Creek below Topocoba Gorge is a crucial waterway in the Havasu Canyon region of Arizona. This river flows through an area characterized by its dramatic landscapes, uniquely shaped by the arid Southwest's seasonal weather patterns. The hydrology of this region experiences rapid fluctuations; summer monsoon thunderstorms can create violent flash floods, while winter storms and snowmelt from higher elevations feed other larger rivers. Local inhabitants and those exploring this area must remain vigilant to the ever-changing nature of its waterways.
The watershed context
Cataract Creek is situated within the Havasu Canyon watershed. While specific drainage area figures are not available, this creek plays an important role in the local ecosystem, connecting to various peers, including the other segments of Cataract Creek at Redlands Crossing and below Heather Wash. This interconnectedness is vital for the distribution of water and nutrients in such a varied landscape. As the summer monsoon season approaches, one must anticipate that rainfall may transform the creek dramatically, offering an experience that varies significantly throughout the year.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the dynamics of Cataract Creek is essential, particularly in relation to its flow measurements and seasonal trends. Although this station does not provide discharge measurement, water levels can still indicate crucial information about potential flash flood risks and creek behaviour following intense storms. Particularly in the arid Southwest, knowing today's creek elevation in relation to historical medians can give insight into immediate live conditions. As overseen by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), this creek's reading can help gauge whether the water level deviates from the typical median for the calendar day, enabling residents and visitors to prepare accordingly.
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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