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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Kings Cyn Creek near Carson City Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Kings Cyn Creek near Carson City in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed upper carson
- Primary gauge 10311100 (USGS)
About Kings Cyn Creek near Carson City
Kings Cyn Creek - A vital flow in the Upper Carson watershed.
Nestled near Carson City, Kings Cyn Creek serves as a crucial waterway within the Upper Carson watershed of Nevada. This river not only contributes to the region's hydrology but also plays a role in the ecological dynamics of the area, particularly influenced by the arid Great Basin's seasonal patterns.
The watershed context
Kings Cyn Creek drains roughly 4.1 square miles (approximately 10.6 square kilometers) of its surrounding landscape. It flows through a varied terrain that reflects the characteristic features of its watershed, where snowmelt in the spring significantly influences river flow; low precipitation during the summer months results in lower flows interspersed with the possibility of flash floods due to local thunderstorms. This dynamic environment supports a range of ecological communities that depend on the creek's seasonal variations for their sustenance.
Nearby, fellow waterways like the Carson River and Clear Creek contribute to the larger hydrological tapestry of the region. These connections are essential for maintaining the natural balance of the watershed, providing habitats, and supporting the local flora and fauna.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the current conditions of Kings Cyn Creek is paramount for both environmental monitoring and community planning. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) measures not only the creek’s elevation but also its discharge, allowing for a comprehensive overview of its health and behavior. Evaluating today’s reading against the median for this calendar day based on approximately 50 years of historical data reveals critical insights. This context proves more useful than a simple elevation figure, as it informs stakeholders about trends, potential flooding events, or drought conditions, essential for ensuring the well-being of all who rely on this vital water source.
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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