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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Flamingo Wash at Nellis Blvd near Las Vegas Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Flamingo Wash at Nellis Blvd near Las Vegas in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed las vegas wash
- Primary gauge 094196781 (USGS)
About Flamingo Wash at Nellis Blvd near Las Vegas
Flamingo Wash - A vital water channel amidst the arid landscape.
Flamingo Wash at Nellis Blvd is a significant river in the Las Vegas Wash system, located in the heart of Nevada. This waterway is essential for managing the runoff and drainage within the densely populated Las Vegas Valley. The wash's hydrology is significantly influenced by the region's arid climate, where mountain snowmelt contributes to spring peaks, while summer thunderstorms can lead to sudden and intense flash floods.
The watershed context
Flamingo Wash is part of the Las Vegas Wash watershed, which drains an area of approximately 215 square miles. The watershed is characterized by its ephemeral channels, which can swell dramatically during periods of precipitation yet may run dry at other times. Its peers include several other channels and washes, like C-1 Channel and Duck Creek, all of which interact within this hydrologically dynamic region. The surrounding urban development intensifies the importance of monitoring the wash's flow rates, especially during the warmer months when thunderstorms can rapidly alter water levels.
Why the data matters here
The data provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) offers vital insights into the current conditions of Flamingo Wash. Understanding the flow measurements and comparing them against median values for this time of year enables local stakeholders to anticipate potential flooding events and manage water resources more effectively. As of today's readings, monitoring the changes against historical data ensures that both residents and officials are well-informed about the wash's current state, helping to safeguard lives and infrastructure in this arid 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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