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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Fraser River above Herrling Island Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Fraser River above Herrling Island in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed lower fraser nahatlatch
- Primary gauge 08MF074 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Fraser River above Herrling Island
Fraser River above Herrling Island - A key stretch of the mighty Fraser.
The Fraser River above Herrling Island is an essential part of British Columbia's extensive river network, showcasing the dynamics of the Fraser system as it meanders through stunning landscapes. This section of the river plays a crucial role in the Lower Fraser - Nahatlatch watershed, draining approximately 217,000 square kilometres of mountainous terrain upstream. Here, the river captures the natural rhythms of the hydrology unique to this region, influenced by seasonal snowmelt and runoff.
The watershed context
Nestled in the heart of British Columbia, the Fraser River above Herrling Island is part of a larger web of waterways, including notable peers such as the Coquihalla River and the Fraser River at Laidlaw. The Fraser River itself is a significant watercourse, carving its path through diverse ecosystems and offering vital aquatic habitat. As the snowpack from the surrounding mountains begins to melt, the freshet typically peaks between May and July, resulting in surging flows that can significantly shape the river's character during this time.
The Fraser River's complex hydrology reflects the broader seasonal patterns typical of the province. During the warmer months, the river generally experiences a gradual decrease in flow due to evaporation and reduced inflow. This natural decline underscores the importance of river monitoring in maintaining an understanding of water availability across the region, especially for those relying on the river for various purposes, including agriculture, recreation, and community water supply.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Fraser River above Herrling Island is vital for understanding the river's health and its role in the surrounding ecosystem. While the gauge does not measure discharge at this station, it provides key elevation readings, which can inform about the river's current status. Regular updates allow stakeholders to track changes and make informed choices based on river levels, particularly in the context of seasonal transitions.
Today's reading is an essential insight into the river's condition, expressed through the elevation in relation to the median for this calendar day across the station's historical record, which spans four years. This contextual understanding provided by the Water Survey of Canada helps to paint a clearer picture than raw elevation numbers alone, signaling patterns that are crucial for understanding the river's flow and behavior.
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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