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 South Fort George Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Fraser River at South Fort George in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed upper fraser baker
- Primary gauge 08KE018 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Fraser River at South Fort George
Fraser River - A vital waterway in British Columbia's diverse landscape.
The Fraser River at South Fort George is an essential part of British Columbia's hydrological framework. Flowing through the Upper Fraser - Baker watershed, this stretch of the river supports a variety of ecological and economic activities. The river is roughly 79,900 square kilometres in drainage area, gathering waters from the surrounding mountains and tributaries, showcasing the dynamic nature of this environment.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Fraser River is crucial due to its sensitivity to seasonal variations, particularly as a result of snowpack melt that generally peaks between May and July. The data from the river provides key insights into water levels, which are essential for local communities, cottagers, and those involved in fishing or agriculture. Staying informed about the river's status helps mitigate risks, especially during the freshet period when water levels can rise significantly.
Today's reading from the Water Survey of Canada allows you to compare the current river level against the historical median for this date over the 14 years of data available. This contextual understanding of the river's behavior versus its historical patterns is invaluable for anticipating changes and making informed decisions.
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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