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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Little Colorado River near Cameron Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Little Colorado River near Cameron in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed lower little colorado
- Primary gauge 09402000 (USGS)
About Little Colorado River near Cameron
Little Colorado River - A vital watercourse in the arid Southwest.
The Little Colorado River near Cameron serves an essential role within its watershed, offering a vital connection amid Arizona's distinctive hydrology. This river is located in an arid region, where summer monsoon thunderstorms can lead to sudden and intense flash floods, while winter storms and subsequent snowmelt provide crucial flow to the larger water systems. The river itself is a key component of the Lower Little Colorado watershed, draining approximately 26,459 square miles.
The watershed context
As part of the Lower Little Colorado watershed, this river is flanked by its peers, including the Little Colorado River above Mouth near Desert View. The hydrologic behavior of this region is marked by a dynamic seasonal rhythm, where water levels can fluctuate significantly. The summer storms often cause rapid increases in river flow, while in the drier months, channels may run dry, altering the landscape and habitat surrounding the river.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the flow and measurement data from the Little Colorado River near Cameron is crucial. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), this station has historical records extending back more than 50 years, providing valuable context for interpretation. Today’s river reading can be compared to the median for this calendar day across the station’s historical data. This comparison reveals more meaningful insights into current conditions than looking solely at raw elevation numbers. Such data is indispensable for local residents, farmers, and conservation efforts, reflecting the river's health and its response to both natural phenomena and human activity.
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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