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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Enterprise Canal at Gillespie Dam Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Enterprise Canal at Gillespie Dam in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed lower gila painted rock reservoir
- Primary gauge 09519000 (USGS)
About Enterprise Canal at Gillespie Dam
Enterprise Canal - A vital conduit in arid Arizona.
The Enterprise Canal at Gillespie Dam is a significant feature within the arid landscapes of Arizona. This canal serves as an essential waterway, channeling resources to agriculture and communities within the Lower Gila-Painted Rock Reservoir watershed. With a drainage area of roughly 49,650 square miles feeding this station, it plays an important role in managing the water flow in an environment where rainfall can be scarce and unpredictable.
The watershed context
The Lower Gila-Painted Rock Reservoir watershed is characterized by its unique hydrology. In Arizona, the annual water cycle is heavily influenced by summer monsoon thunderstorms, which can lead to sudden, intense flash floods. In contrast, winter precipitation primarily comes from snowmelt in higher elevations, contributing to river flows during that season. During dry spells, many channels in this region can experience periods of inactivity, showcasing the variability and challenges of water management in an arid environment.
Located close to other notable waterways, such as the Gila River below Gillespie Dam and the Gila River at Estrella Parkway, the Enterprise Canal is an integral part of the regional hydrological system. While some of its peers may serve low-flow functions, the Enterprise Canal stands out by maintaining its purpose as a vital conduit for irrigation and water supply.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the data from the Enterprise Canal at Gillespie Dam is crucial for managing water resources in the region. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) provides reliable measurements that include discharge information, which helps stakeholders assess water availability and forecast future flow trends.
Today’s reading gives valuable insight into current water conditions by comparing it against the median for this calendar day in the station's 50 years of historical record. This approach is essential as it provides context rather than relying solely on raw elevation numbers. By examining today’s data against this historical backdrop, users can better grasp water resource dynamics and anticipate implications for agriculture, recreation, and flood management in the arid Southwest.
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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