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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Honopou Stream near Huelo, Maui Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Honopou Stream near Huelo, Maui in HI, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location HI, United States
- Watershed maui
- Primary gauge 16587000 (USGS)
About Honopou Stream near Huelo, Maui
Honopou Stream - A dynamic waterway shaped by rainfall.
Nestled on the lush island of Maui, Honopou Stream is a vibrant river that reflects the island's tropical hydrology. Located near Huelo, this stream sees its flow significantly influenced by the region's frequent and intense rainfall events, which can lead to rapid changes in water levels. With a drainage area of roughly 0.6 square miles above the station, Honopou Stream showcases the characteristic swift responses typical of many streams in steep, rainfall-driven basins.
The watershed context
Honopou Stream is part of the broader Maui watershed, an intricate network of streams and rivers that support the varied ecosystems of the island. Surrounding peers include Haipuaena Stream and Hanawi Stream, each contributing to a dynamic hydrological system. The island's rain-driven hydrology means that water levels can rise swiftly, often in response to trade-wind rains and occasional Kona storms. The topography of Maui plays a significant role in this rapid response, with steep slopes that facilitate quick runoff.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring data from Honopou Stream is crucial for understanding real-time hydrological changes. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) provides valuable insights by measuring the stream's discharge, helping local residents, including farmers and flood-watchers, stay informed about potential flash floods or changes in stream flow. Today's water level reading provides important context by reflecting how it compares to the median for this calendar day over the past 50 years. This context helps to evaluate current conditions more effectively than a simple elevation figure, offering a clearer picture of water availability and potential flooding threats for the community.
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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