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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Gila River below Coolidge Dam, AZ. Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Gila River below Coolidge Dam, AZ. in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed middle gila
- Primary gauge 09469500 (USGS)
About Gila River below Coolidge Dam, AZ.
Gila River below Coolidge Dam, AZ. - A vital waterway in the arid landscape.
The Gila River below Coolidge Dam is an integral part of Arizona's water system, flowing from its origins and fostering ecological diversity in the arid Southwest. This river, which is positioned within the Middle Gila watershed, receives water from winter storms and snowmelt, supplemented significantly during the summer months by monsoon thunderstorms. This creates a dynamic environment where high rainfall can lead to sudden flash floods, particularly during the hot summer months.
The watershed context
The Gila River is accompanied by various tributaries and channels, including notable peers such as the Florence-Casa Grande Canal and the Gila River at Kelvin. This diverse network showcases the interconnectedness of water systems in the region. Above the Gila River gauge, the drainage area encompasses roughly 12,886 square miles, highlighting the vast expanse collecting water that flows downstream.
This stretch of the river is especially responsive to precipitation patterns, with seasonal fluctuations affected by both intense summer storms and winter rain. During dry periods, it’s not uncommon for many channels to run dry, emphasizing the river's integral role in water management and supply during the critical times of both drought and flood.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring data from the US Geological Survey (USGS) is crucial for understanding both the immediate water levels and the broader hydrological patterns of the Gila River below Coolidge Dam. Comparing today’s reading against the median for the calendar day draws attention to any irregularities or trends in water elevation, which is especially important in this arid context. For operators, farmers, and residents, knowing the river status aids in making informed decisions about water use and conservation.
This gauge not only tracks water levels but also provides discharge measurements, adding another layer of vital information for understanding this river system over its observed record of more than 50 years.
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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