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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Greata Creek near the Mouth Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Greata Creek near the Mouth in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed okanagan
- Primary gauge 08NM173 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Greata Creek near the Mouth
Greata Creek - A tributary within the Okanagan watershed.
Greata Creek, located in British Columbia, is a smaller yet vital waterway contributing to the intricate ecology of the Okanagan watershed. As this creek flows near its mouth, it plays an important role in connecting the surrounding landscape with the broader hydrological system of the region.
The watershed context
Draining roughly 44 square kilometres above the station, Greata Creek joins a network of streams in the Okanagan region, with numerous peers including Clark Creek and Dennis Creek. This area showcases a diverse range of water bodies, making it essential for maintaining the ecological balance amid the varied climates experienced in British Columbia. The timing of water flow is heavily influenced by the seasonal rhythms typical of mountain hydrology, particularly the spring freshet driven by melting snowpack, which often peaks from May through July. This annual cycle ensures that the waterways remain replenished throughout the summer months.
Why the data matters here
The significance of monitoring Greata Creek goes beyond mere observation; it allows local residents, cottagers, anglers, and water managers to understand the creek's flow and its effects on the surrounding ecosystems. Hydrology data, particularly from the Water Survey of Canada, is crucial in comparing current measurements to historical medians, providing context for today's conditions. For instance, today's reading at Greata Creek can be understood by comparing it to the median flow for this calendar day over the past 48 years. This comparison helps gauge whether the water level is higher or lower than expected, providing vital information for those utilizing the creek and its resources.
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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