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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Gallinas Creek at Oak Flat near Gallinas Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Gallinas Creek at Oak Flat near Gallinas in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed pecos headwaters
- Primary gauge 08380040 (USGS)
About Gallinas Creek at Oak Flat near Gallinas
Gallinas Creek - a vital stream in the Pecos Headwaters.
Gallinas Creek flows gracefully through the landscapes of New Mexico, serving as a defining feature within the Pecos Headwaters watershed. This river accommodates both ecological diversity and the hydrological rhythms of the arid Southwest. As it moves near the charming settlement of Gallinas, it connects to various tributaries and neighboring creeks, such as Beaver Creek and Blue Canyon Creek, which share its regional character.
The watershed context
The Pecos Headwaters watershed encompasses several smaller tributaries that feed into Gallinas Creek, emphasizing the creek's role as part of a broader hydrological system. This area experiences a unique water cycle, primarily driven by snowfall in the high country during the spring; however, flash flooding can occur with the arrival of monsoon storms between July and September. The presence of long dry stretches during the rest of the year highlights the importance of managing water resources meticulously in this region.
Why the data matters here
The water level data at Gallinas Creek at Oak Flat, measured by the U.S. Geological Survey, is crucial for understanding localized hydrology. While this gauge does not measure discharge, today's reading can guide cottagers and local residents in their water management decisions. With three years of historical records, today's elevation reading provides context—especially when comparing it against the median for this calendar day. This comparison helps offer a better understanding of current conditions relative to seasonal patterns, making it a valuable metric for assessing water availability and potential flooding risks in this dynamic environment.
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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