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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Koyukuk R at Hughes AK Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Koyukuk R at Hughes AK in AK, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AK, United States
- Watershed koyukuk flats koyukuk river
- Primary gauge 15564900 (USGS)
About Koyukuk R at Hughes AK
Koyukuk River - a vital lifeline through the Alaskan landscape.
The Koyukuk River at Hughes, Alaska, flows through a vast and dynamic watershed known as the Koyukuk Flats-Koyukuk River. This region is characterized by its subarctic hydrology, where the seasonal cycles are marked by significant snowmelt and spring breakup that can lead to annual flooding, occasionally complicated by ice jams. As winter settles in, the river's flow diminishes considerably, culminating in low flows under the icy surface, prompting keen observation by local residents and water managers alike.
The watershed context
The Koyukuk River is a significant watercourse in Alaska, draining an impressive area of approximately 17,990 square miles above this station. This expansive drainage area captures meltwater from the surrounding region, contributing to the river’s flow as the temperatures rise in spring. During the summer months, particularly in mid to late summer, glacier-fed streams in the broader Alaskan context often swell with meltwater, creating a robust water supply that contrasts sharply with the quiet, low flows typical of winter.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Koyukuk River's real-time data is crucial for understanding its flow patterns and making informed decisions. Today’s gauge reading, provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), reflects the river's current status against the median for this calendar day, considering more than 50 years of historical records. This contextual information allows cottagers, anglers, and community planners to anticipate water levels and the potential for flooding or low flow conditions, enhancing preparedness and safety in this vibrant yet challenging landscape.
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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