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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Kanab Creek above the Mouth near Supai Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Kanab Creek above the Mouth near Supai in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed kanab
- Primary gauge 09403850 (USGS)
About Kanab Creek above the Mouth near Supai
Kanab Creek above the Mouth near Supai - A dynamic river shaped by seasonal extremes.
Kanab Creek flows through the arid landscapes of Arizona, carving its way above the mouth near Supai. This river is a significant tributary in the Kanab watershed, contributing to the region's hydrology and ecology. With a catchment area of roughly 2,367 square miles, it experiences dramatic seasonal changes driven by both summer monsoon thunderstorms and the melt of winter snow in higher elevations.
The watershed context
The Kanab watershed is characterized by its variable flow patterns, which can drastically shift within a short time frame. Summer months often see monsoon systems sweep through, bringing intense thunderstorms that can lead to flash floods—an inherent risk in this region. Conversely, the winter months may see reduced flows as many channels occasionally run dry during the dry spell between these weather events. This creates a unique interplay between drought and flood, establishing Kanab Creek as a powerful force in its landscape, especially during storm events.
Why the data matters here
Daily observations of water levels at the Kanab Creek gauge are managed by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), providing critical insight into its current state. Monitoring the creek's elevation is essential, as it allows for a better understanding of seasonal flow trends. Today, the river's reading will be compared against the median for this calendar day across the station's historical record, which spans over 36 years. This comparison is crucial, as it reflects not just the current conditions but also highlights how today's reading fits within the long-term hydrological pattern—providing a clearer picture than raw elevation numbers alone.
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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