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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Las Vegas Wash at Vegas Valley DR near Las Vegas Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Las Vegas Wash at Vegas Valley DR near Las Vegas in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed las vegas wash
- Primary gauge 094196784 (USGS)
About Las Vegas Wash at Vegas Valley DR near Las Vegas
Las Vegas Wash - An urban river with vital connections.
Las Vegas Wash flows through the heart of the vibrant Las Vegas Valley, providing essential drainage for this bustling urban landscape. As a significant watercourse in the region, it plays a crucial role in managing stormwater and contributing to local water quality. The wash serves as a vital link for various nearby channels, connecting them in a complex web of waterways.
The watershed context
The Las Vegas Wash watershed spans an area of approximately 1,518 square miles, supporting a network of tributaries and ephemeral channels across the arid Great Basin. This region experiences a unique hydrological rhythm characterized by mountain snowmelt that drives spring peaks on the perennial rivers. As summer approaches, intense thunderstorms can lead to localized flash floods, dramatically affecting river levels and flow conditions. The Las Vegas Wash, located near several peers such as Flamingo Wash and Duck Creek, plays a pivotal role in this system, capturing runoff that flows from the surrounding urban areas and natural landscapes.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Las Vegas Wash is essential for understanding water movement in an increasingly urbanized area. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) station at Vegas Valley Drive measures not only the elevation of the wash but also its discharge, providing valuable insights into both the current water levels and the overall health of the ecosystem. By comparing today's reading to the median for this calendar day over the past 27 years, one can discern how groundwater levels fluctuate seasonally and respond to precipitation events. This data is invaluable for local planners, environmentalists, and residents, as it helps to gauge the ongoing challenges posed by rapid urban development and climate variability.
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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