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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Crowe River near Glen Alda Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Crowe River near Glen Alda in Canada, ON, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, ON, Canada
- Watershed trent crowe
- Primary gauge 02HK005 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Crowe River near Glen Alda
Crowe River - A dynamic flow through changing seasons.
The Crowe River near Glen Alda is a vibrant waterway that forms part of the Trent - Crowe watershed in Ontario. Spanning a significant drainage area of roughly 445 square kilometres, the river weaves through a landscape populated by its tributaries, including Burnley Creek, Mayhew Creek, and Salt Creek. Each of these waterways contributes to the interconnected hydrology that supports the local ecosystem while also serving the needs of landowners, cottagers, and recreational users.
The watershed context
The Crowe River's seasonal flow is largely driven by snowmelt, which typically peaks during the spring freshet from late April to May. This period sees a surge in water levels, influenced by melting snow and spring rains. As summer approaches, the river experiences a natural drawdown from July to September, characterized by reduced inflows and evaporation. These seasonal patterns are essential for maintaining the river's health and managing the surrounding environment.
The Crowe River and its peers, including the Trent River at Trenton and Trout Creek near Campbellford, exemplify the interconnected nature of the watershed. Each stream plays a role in regulating water quality and supporting biodiversity, showcasing how local aquatic systems are linked across the landscape.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the flow and levels of the Crowe River is crucial for monitoring water availability and potential flood risks. Continuous data collected at this station, which also measures discharge, enables users like farmers and anglers to track conditions throughout the year. Water levels are traditionally compared against the median for the calendar day based on over 50 years of recorded data, offering insights into current conditions relative to historical norms. This comparative approach from the Water Survey of Canada allows for informed decision-making in managing and enjoying the river's resources.
Today’s reading can provide essential context; when juxtaposed with the median for this date, it helps determine whether current conditions are typical, high, or low relative to long-term averages. This depth of understanding empowers local stakeholders to engage with the river responsibly and adaptively, ensuring the sustainability of this vital water resource.
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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