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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Eagle Creek below South Fork near Alto Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Eagle Creek below South Fork near Alto in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed rio hondo
- Primary gauge 08387600 (USGS)
About Eagle Creek below South Fork near Alto
Eagle Creek - a vital waterway in New Mexico's high country.
Eagle Creek below South Fork near Alto runs through the arid landscapes of New Mexico, contributing to the flowing veins of the Rio Hondo watershed. With a drainage area of approximately 8.1 square miles upstream, it plays a key role in the hydrology of the region, particularly influenced by seasonal patterns that are signature to the arid Southwest.
The watershed context
Eagle Creek is a part of the Rio Hondo watershed, which feeds the larger network of rivers in the area. The surrounding geography is shaped by the seasonal rhythms of the region, where high-country snowmelt drives spring flows, replenishing the creek after winter's hold. This rise in water levels typically gives way to long stretches of dry weather, where the creek faces diminished flow until the onset of the summer monsoon season. From July to September, these storms can bring intense rain and flash floods, reshaping the landscape and influencing the ecology along the creek's banks.
Peering through the network interconnected with Eagle Creek, one can also find nearby waterways such as the North Fork Eagle Creek and the main channel of the Rio Hondo. Each plays its part in the broader hydrological tapestry, supporting not just ecological diversity but also the local communities who rely on them for water supply and recreation.
Why the data matters here
The current conditions of Eagle Creek, measured by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), are crucial for understanding not only the immediate health of the creek but also the implications for the entire watershed. Monitoring gauges like this one provide data essential for managing local water resources, especially in an arid region where every drop counts.
Today’s gauge reading reflects both the current state of the creek and its flow in relation to historical averages, providing a clearer picture than raw elevation numbers alone. This comparison to the median for this calendar day, drawn from over 50 years of records, gives context to day-to-day changes and helps inform local stakeholders about necessary precautions or opportunities in water management. Understanding these fluctuations is vital as they directly impact local farmers, anglers, and residents alike, all of whom look to the creek for sustenance and support throughout the year.
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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