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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Gavilan Canyon at Skunk Canyon near Hollywood Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Gavilan Canyon at Skunk Canyon near Hollywood in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed rio hondo
- Primary gauge 08386970 (USGS)
About Gavilan Canyon at Skunk Canyon near Hollywood
Gavilan Canyon - A stream shaped by the elements.
Gavilan Canyon at Skunk Canyon near Hollywood flows within the diverse hydrology of New Mexico. This river, part of the Rio Hondo watershed, acts as a dynamic channel, influenced primarily by seasonal weather patterns. Located in an arid region, it experiences high-country snowmelt each spring that boosts flow levels, followed by lengthy dry periods. During the July to September monsoon season, the area can see sudden and considerable rain, leading to flash floods that reshape the landscape.
The watershed context
The Gavilan Canyon plays its role within the larger framework of the Rio Hondo watershed. While its specific drainage area is not defined, it connects with neighboring tributaries and rivers, including Eagle Creek and the Rio Ruidoso, which contribute to the overall water dynamics. This network of water bodies illustrates the interconnectedness of hydrological systems within this arid climate.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the river conditions at Gavilan Canyon is critical for various local stakeholders, from farmers who rely on water availability for crops to residents keeping an eye on potential flood risks during storm events. Currently, the gauge measures water levels in this section, which has data spanning over three years. Monitoring these levels against historical medians helps gauge current conditions and trends, offering a clearer picture of the river's health. This river data is published by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), providing essential insights into flow characteristics that can aid in decision-making and resource management strategies.
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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