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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Crest Lake Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Crest Lake in Nootka Land District, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Nootka Land District, BC, Canada
- Watershed west central vancouver island
- Primary gauge 08HC006 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Crest Lake
Crest Lake - a freshwater haven in Nootka Land.
Crest Lake, located within the West Central Vancouver Island region of British Columbia, stands as a vital water source framed by the natural landscape. This lake, measuring 16.7 square kilometres in its drainage area, is an important part of the local hydrology and ecology, providing a rich habitat for various species.
The watershed context
Nestled in the Nootka Land District, Crest Lake feeds into the intricate web of waterways found on Vancouver Island. It is closely associated with the Gold River below the Ucona River, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of the aquatic ecosystems on this part of the island. The lake's hydrology is influenced significantly by the seasonal patterns of mountain environments. During the freshet period from May to July, snowpack melting dramatically impacts water levels, while glacier-fed systems in the region maintain moisture longer into the summer months.
Why the data matters here
The data from the Crest Lake station, managed by Water Survey of Canada, provides essential insights into the lake's conditions. Today's reading can be compared against the median for this calendar day over the last 28 years. This metric is invaluable because it highlights not only changes in elevation but also the overall health and fluctuations of the lake in relation to historical patterns. Such context is crucial for managing local resources and understanding ecological impacts, especially as seasonal rhythms play a significant role in the region's hydrology.
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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