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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Kakisa River at Outlet of Kakisa Lake Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Kakisa River at Outlet of Kakisa Lake in Canada, NT, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, NT, Canada
- Watershed kakisa
- Primary gauge 07UC001 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Kakisa River at Outlet of Kakisa Lake
Kakisa River - a vital outlet flowing from Kakisa Lake.
The Kakisa River is a significant waterway located at the outlet of Kakisa Lake in the Northwest Territories. With a dedicated catchment area of approximately 15,700 square kilometres draining into this river, it plays an essential role in the hydrological dynamics of the region, particularly during spring runoff.
The watershed context
The Kakisa River is part of the Kakisa watershed, which encompasses a variety of natural landscapes characteristic of the subarctic hydrology of the Northwest Territories. This area experiences a unique seasonal rhythm: spring is marked by the melting of snow and potential ice-jam flooding, while the long, cold winters bring low flows under the ice. As summer approaches, water levels rise in brief but intense pulses before gently receding, influenced by evaporation and lower inflows.
This hydrological pattern is crucial for the ecology surrounding the river and contributes significantly to local wildlife habitats and the broader watershed health. The interplay between seasonal changes and the river’s flow can be observed throughout the year, providing essential resources to the surrounding ecosystems.
Why the data matters here
Today’s measurement of the Kakisa River at its outlet will provide an important reference as it relates to the historical data collected over the past 49 years by Water Survey of Canada. By comparing today's water level against the median for this calendar day, one can gauge whether current conditions are typical for this time of year. This context is vital for managing water resources and understanding seasonal variations, ensuring that local communities, fisheries, and ecosystems are properly informed and prepared.
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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