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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Galisteo Reservoir near Cerrillos, N. Mex. Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Galisteo Reservoir near Cerrillos, N. Mex. in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed rio grande santa fe
- Primary gauge 08317900 (USGS)
About Galisteo Reservoir near Cerrillos, N. Mex.
Galisteo Reservoir - A vital water source in the arid southwest.
Galisteo Reservoir, located near Cerrillos, New Mexico, plays an important role in the region's water landscape. It lies within the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed, a system defined by its relationship to the broader river network, including significant peers such as Cochiti Lake and the Santa Fe River. This reservoir serves as a key water source in a part of the country that experiences lengthy dry spells punctuated by seasonal storms.
The watershed context
The Galisteo Reservoir drains roughly 596 square miles of land, capturing runoff and snowmelt from the surrounding high country. As with much of the Southwest, spring flows are primarily driven by melting snow, while summer monsoons can lead to sudden, heavy rainfalls. These events can sometimes result in flash floods, underscoring the crucial nature of water management in arid regions. In this context, the reservoir is vital for replenishing water supplies during the dry months.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading from the USGS indicates the current water level of Galisteo Reservoir compared to the median for this calendar day across three years of historical data. This comparison is significant because it provides insight into current conditions relative to past averages, improving understanding of the reservoir's availability. Monitoring trends in water levels is essential for informed water management in this dry region, affected by both natural fluctuations and human demands.
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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