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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Hawkestone Creek at Hawkestone Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Hawkestone Creek at Hawkestone in Ontario, ON, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Ontario, ON, Canada
- Watershed black river lake simcoe
- Primary gauge 02EC020 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Hawkestone Creek at Hawkestone
Hawkestone Creek - A vital waterway in Ontario's landscape.
Hawkestone Creek flows gracefully through the Ontario landscape, nestled within the greater Black River - Lake Simcoe watershed. This creek, spanning a drainage area of nearly 40 square kilometers, plays a crucial role in the hydrology of the region, particularly as it connects with several of the area’s tributaries and rivers.
The watershed context
The Black River - Lake Simcoe watershed encompasses a diverse array of aquatic habitats. Hawkestone Creek contributes to this ecosystem, serving as a key conduit for snowmelt and rainwater runoff that nourishes the surrounding environment. The seasonal dynamics of Ontario's hydrology are particularly evident here, characterized by a spring freshet occurring from late April through May. During this time, melting snow prompts a surge in water levels, invigorating both the creek and the broader watershed.
As summer approaches, natural evaporation and reduced inflow lead to a gradual drawdown from July to September. This cycle is a fundamental part of the local ecology, influencing fish habitats and the broader aquatic environment. Neighboring waterways such as the Beaver River, Black River, Holland River East, and Pefferlaw Brook further contribute to the interconnectedness of the region’s water systems.
Why the data matters here
Current data from the Water Survey of Canada captures the ever-changing nature of Hawkestone Creek. Monitoring the creek’s flow provides invaluable insights into its health and functionality within the ecosystem. Today's reading is an essential measure, as it is compared against the median for this calendar day through the station's historical record of 19 years. This context allows for a clearer understanding of how current levels relate to the expected seasonal patterns, emphasizing the importance of consistent data in managing and preserving aquatic systems.
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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