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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Chinle Creek at Chinle Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Chinle Creek at Chinle in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed chinle
- Primary gauge 09379025 (USGS)
About Chinle Creek at Chinle
Chinle Creek - a dynamic watercourse shaped by seasonal extremes.
Chinle Creek flows through the high desert landscape of Arizona, serving as a vital water resource in the arid Southwest. Measuring stream levels at the station, Chinle Creek captures the essence of the region's hydrology, where water presence fluctuates dramatically between storm events.
The watershed context
Chinle Creek is part of the Chinle watershed, draining roughly 639 square miles above the measurement station. The region experiences summer monsoon thunderstorms that can lead to sudden flash floods, contrasting with often dry conditions between these intense weather events. Winter storms and snowmelt from higher elevations contribute to the water supply, further highlighting the unpredictable yet vital nature of this creek. Nearby, the other measuring point at Chinle Creek near Mexican Water mirrors this dynamic hydrological behavior, showcasing the interconnectedness of these waterways.
Why the data matters here
The data collected by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) at this station reflects real-time fluctuations in water level, which is critical for understanding river conditions in this area. Today's measurement provides insight into current trends compared to historical data. By comparing today's reading against the median for this calendar day over the past 27 years, stakeholders can better assess the creek's performance through a wider lens of the fluctuations typical for this season. This ongoing monitoring plays a crucial role for local communities, farmers, and those involved in outdoor recreation who depend on accurate water data for their activities and planning.
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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