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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Clearwater River near Dovercourt Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Clearwater River near Dovercourt in Canada, AB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, AB, Canada
- Watershed clearwater alta north saskatchewan
- Primary gauge 05DB006 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Clearwater River near Dovercourt
Clearwater River - A vital pathway for water across Alberta.
The Clearwater River, located near Dovercourt, Alberta, flows through a region characterized by its dynamic hydrology. Draining approximately 2,260 square kilometres, this river is part of the Clearwater (Alta.-North Saskatchewan) watershed, sharing its landscape with notable peers like Prairie Creek near Rocky Mountain House.
The watershed context
The Clearwater River plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and farming activities. In Alberta's foothills and prairie hydrology, late-spring peaks are primarily driven by mountain snowmelt, while summer convective storms can lead to sharp increases in river flow. These seasonal rhythms reflect the interplay between precipitation and melting snow, creating a vibrant hydrological pattern that supports various life forms and agricultural practices.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Clearwater River is essential for understanding its current state and predicting future conditions. The station recorded a measurement reflecting today's reading compared to the median for this calendar day across 14 years of historical data. This context is crucial, as it provides a better understanding of the river's health and flow patterns, allowing communities and stakeholders to make informed decisions. The Water Survey of Canada operates the station, and by comparing data against historical median values, we gain valuable insights that surpass just raw elevation figures, ensuring effective water management in this vital region.
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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