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 near Clifton Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Gila River near Clifton in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed upper gila mangas
- Primary gauge 09442000 (USGS)
About Gila River near Clifton
Gila River near Clifton - a dynamic waterway shaped by summer storms.
The Gila River near Clifton flows through the arid landscape of Arizona, serving as a crucial lifeline in its environment. With a substantial drainage area of roughly 4,010 square miles upstream of this station, it captures the varied precipitation that this region experiences. Summer monsoon thunderstorms play a vital role in the river's flow, often leading to dramatic flash floods that can be both powerful and unpredictable. Conversely, the winter months are characterized by high-country snowmelt that contributes to the larger river systems, ensuring a seasonal rhythm to its waters.
The watershed context
The Gila River is part of the Upper Gila-Mangas watershed, connecting with several other significant water bodies, including the Gila River at Duncan, the Gila River below Blue Creek near Virden, and the Gila River near Redrock. This network supports diverse ecosystems and provides essential resources for the communities that rely on its waters. However, the dynamic nature of this region means many channels may run dry between rainfall events, highlighting the importance of understanding the river’s hydrology and flow patterns.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Gila River is essential, especially during the summer when flash floods can occur suddenly. Current data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) informs residents, farmers, and other stakeholders about water levels and streamflow trends, enabling them to respond effectively to changing conditions. Today's reading provides a critical comparison to the historical median for this calendar day over the past 50 years, ensuring a context-rich understanding of how today's conditions stack up against typical patterns observed in this ever-changing landscape.
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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