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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Kearl Lake Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Kearl Lake in 95,96-8-W4, AB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location 95,96-8-W4, AB, Canada
- Watershed lower athabasca ells
- Primary gauge 07DA030 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Kearl Lake
Kearl Lake - A hub in the Lower Athabasca system.
Kearl Lake serves as a significant point within the Lower Athabasca-Ells watershed in Alberta. Draining roughly 91 square kilometres, the lake's outlet plays an essential role in the hydrological dynamics of the area. The neighbouring water bodies, including the Athabasca River below Fort McMurray and the Muskeg River near Fort Mackay, contribute to the richness of the region's aquatic ecosystem.
The watershed context
This part of Alberta is characterized by its unique hydrology, where mountain snowmelt is a key driver in late spring. The influx from melting snow leads to peak water levels during this season, while summer storms can create sharp increases in water flow. This pattern influences Kearl Lake, as the volume fed from the surrounding landscape varies significantly throughout the year. Monitoring these changes is crucial for understanding local water conditions.
Why the data matters here
The data collected at Kearl Lake, including discharge measurements, is vital for various stakeholders such as cottagers, fishers, and local agriculture. Knowing the lake's current reading in relation to historical data can inform users about the current water conditions and help mitigate risks associated with sudden rises or drops in water levels. Today’s reading is compared against the median for this calendar day, providing context and a more accurate perspective on its current hydrological state. The Water Survey of Canada is the agency that operates this gauge, analyzing data over an impressive span of eight years to enhance our understanding of Kearl Lake's water dynamics.
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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