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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Goodpaster R near Big Delta AK Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Goodpaster R near Big Delta AK in AK, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AK, United States
- Watershed healy lake tanana river
- Primary gauge 15477740 (USGS)
About Goodpaster R near Big Delta AK
Goodpaster River - A vital artery in Alaska's landscape.
The Goodpaster River, located near Big Delta, Alaska, is an essential waterway within the Healy Lake-Tanana River watershed. This river serves as a crucial source of water for the surrounding area and plays a significant role in the local hydrology, particularly during seasonal transitions.
The watershed context
Draining approximately 676 square miles, the Goodpaster River flows through a region characterized by its subarctic climate. In this part of Alaska, the annual hydrological cycle is largely influenced by spring breakup and snowmelt, creating conditions for flooding that can be exacerbated by ice jams. The river's flow patterns reflect these seasonal changes, making it an important site for monitoring the area's hydrological dynamics.
During the cold winter months, low flows are typical, as the river remains under a blanket of ice. As temperatures rise in spring, the thaw leads to a significant increase in water levels, often resulting in peak flows as the river transitions into summer. This seasonal rhythm highlights the river's role in handling ice melt and snow runoff, which are critical for replenishing the watershed and supporting local ecosystems.
Why the data matters here
The data provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is essential for understanding the current conditions of the Goodpaster River. Today's readings are valuable for assessing not only the river's elevation but also for predicting future changes. By comparing the latest reading against the median for this calendar day across the station's historical record of 29 years, stakeholders can better evaluate the river's health and its flow dynamics. This insight into current water levels helps inform local users, from farmers to those engaged in recreational activities, ensuring they are aligned with the natural rhythm of this vital Alaskan river.
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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