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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Ganaraska River above Dale Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Ganaraska River above Dale in Canada, ON, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, ON, Canada
- Watershed ganaraska
- Primary gauge 02HD012 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Ganaraska River above Dale
Ganaraska River above Dale - A vibrant stretch of water in Southern Ontario.
The Ganaraska River above Dale flows through a diverse landscape in southern Ontario, winding its way through a watershed known for its ecological and hydrological significance. This segment of the Ganaraska is just one of several vibrant watercourses in the region, connected to various smaller creeks and rivers like Baltimore Creek and Oshawa Creek. With a drainage area of approximately 243 square kilometres feeding into this reach, the river plays a critical role in reflecting the health of its surrounding ecosystems.
The watershed context
The Ganaraska watershed is situated within a snowmelt-driven seasonal hydrology system. This typically results in a spring freshet occurring from late April to May, as melting snow contributes significantly to water levels. Following this peak, natural summer drawdown occurs from July to September, driven primarily by evaporation and reduced inflow. The Ganaraska River above Dale experiences these seasonal shifts, making it an essential reference for understanding local water cycles and conditions.
Anglers and recreational users benefit from the dynamic flows of the river, which provide opportunities for fishing and exploring during peak water levels and after freshet periods. This stretch of the Ganaraska is vital for supporting local wildlife, which depend on the river's changing characteristics for habitat and sustenance.
Why the data matters here
Current monitoring from the Water Survey of Canada ensures that accurate data from the Ganaraska River above Dale is available for stakeholders. Today's reading is a benchmark against the historical median for this calendar day, providing a context that raw elevation can't offer alone. It helps to gauge the river's health and predict how it will respond to seasonal changes influenced by snowmelt and rainfall patterns. With a record of 48 years, these measurements help inform water management decisions and assess the ecological condition of the surrounding area, ensuring that those who rely on this vital waterway are well-informed.
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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