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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Frances River near Watson Lake Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Frances River near Watson Lake in Canada, YT, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, YT, Canada
- Watershed frances
- Primary gauge 10AB001 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Frances River near Watson Lake
Frances River - a vital waterway in the heart of the Yukon.
The Frances River flows gracefully near Watson Lake, serving as a crucial component of the local hydrology in Yukon. This river, which is part of the Frances watershed, drains an area of roughly 12,800 square kilometres, contributing to the broader landscape that relies on its waters. In this region, the subarctic mountain hydrology speaks to the dynamic nature of snowmelt, with peak flows typically occurring from May to July, while deep winter lows are common.
The watershed context
The Frances River plays an integral role in its watershed, which is shaped by its surrounding geography. The snowmelt during late spring and early summer leads to elevated water levels, drawing attention from those who depend on it for irrigation, recreation, and wildlife support. Although there are no notable peers directly alongside the Frances River, the larger context of the watershed underscores the importance of this waterway within the mountainous Yukon landscape.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading from the Frances River is an important marker. It is measured against the median level for this calendar day based on nearly five decades of historical data, provided by the Water Survey of Canada. This comparison helps gauge how current conditions stack up against seasonal norms, offering insights that can be critical for local stakeholders. Understanding the current flow levels in relation to historical averages aids cottagers, anglers, and flood-watchers in making informed decisions about their activities and safety as the river shifts between seasonal extremes.
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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