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 at Mcbride Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Fraser River at Mcbride in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed headwaters fraser
- Primary gauge 08KA005 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Fraser River at Mcbride
Fraser River - A vital mountain river flowing through the heart of British Columbia.
The Fraser River at McBride is a significant reach within the Headwaters Fraser watershed, known for its dynamic hydrology shaped by mountain snowpack. This stretch of the river serves as a crucial indicator of seasonal water conditions, reflecting the changes driven by snowmelt and rainfall patterns typical in British Columbia.
The watershed context
The Fraser River at McBride drains an extensive area of approximately 6,880 square kilometres above the station. This considerable drainage area captures the runoff from surrounding mountains, particularly during the freshet season when snowmelt peaks, usually from May to July. This cycling of water due to melting snow creates varying conditions in the river's flow, which can rise dramatically in peak periods. Nearby peers, including the Fraser River at Hansard and Fraser River at Red Pass, also face similar seasonal shifts, contributing to the overall river health and ecosystem integrity of the Headwaters Fraser watershed.
Why the data matters here
The measurement data from the Fraser River at McBride is invaluable for understanding both current and historical hydrological conditions. The station not only tracks water elevation but also publishes discharge information, offering insights into the volume of water flowing through this important river system. With 14 years of recorded data, water watchers, including environmentalists, anglers, and local communities, can assess the river's health and make informed decisions based on current readings.
Today’s reading can be understood in context when compared to the median for this calendar day over the station's historical record, as maintained by Water Survey of Canada. This approach helps to contextualize fluctuations in water levels, providing a richer perspective than simple raw elevation figures alone.
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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