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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Liard River near the Mouth Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Liard River near the Mouth in Canada, NT, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, NT, Canada
- Watershed lower liard mouth
- Primary gauge 10ED002 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Liard River near the Mouth
Liard River - A crucial artery of the Lower Liard watershed.
The Liard River, located near its mouth, is an important watercourse in the Northwest Territories of Canada. This river, with a significant drainage area of approximately 274,000 square kilometres, flows through a subarctic hydrological regime where spring breakup and snowmelt greatly influence water levels. Its surroundings include various peers such as the Birch River, Blackstone River, and Scotty Creek, each contributing to the rich hydrological tapestry of the region.
The watershed context
The Liard River is part of the wider Lower Liard watershed, a vital ecological system that supports a variety of life. The river experiences distinct seasonal patterns characteristic of subarctic hydrology. The long winter months often see low flows under ice cover, while spring brings rapid increases in water levels as melting snow feeds the river. Summer months can be intense, characterized by short but heavy flow conditions, a result of warmer temperatures.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the current conditions of the Liard River is essential for those who rely on its water for various uses. The measurement data from the Water Survey of Canada provides insights into the river's behavior throughout the changing seasons. Today's reading, compared to the historical median for this date, enables observers to gauge how current conditions align with historical trends, offering crucial context for flood-watchers, anglers, and those managing agricultural needs. With a historical record spanning nearly 50 years, this information allows for a deeper understanding of the river's dynamic nature and informs local communities about potential impacts from changing hydrology.
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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