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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Makiki Stream at King St. bridge, Oahu Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Makiki Stream at King St. bridge, Oahu in HI, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location HI, United States
- Watershed oahu
- Primary gauge 16238000 (USGS)
About Makiki Stream at King St. bridge, Oahu
Makiki Stream - a dynamic waterway of Oahu.
Makiki Stream flows through the heart of Oahu, capturing the essence of this tropical environment. Its waters are driven by rainfall, responding rapidly to the island's weather patterns. Rainfall on Oahu can lead to swift rises in water levels along the stream, making it a key area for monitoring and understanding local hydrological conditions.
The watershed context
Situated within the Oahu watershed, Makiki Stream drains an area of roughly 2.5 square miles. As a rain-fed stream, it plays an important role in managing stormwater runoff and flood risks that can occur during heavy rainfall, especially during the trade-wind and Kona storm seasons. The surrounding landscapes, shaped dramatically by volcanic formation, contribute to the quick runoff that characterizes the area's hydrology. Neighbouring waterways like Heeia Stream and Honouliuli Stream highlight the interconnectedness within this vibrant watershed.
Why the data matters here
Today’s reading from the USGS gauge at Makiki Stream indicates the current stream elevation as it stands compared to the median for this calendar day across the station's historical record of 17 years. Understanding this context is crucial, as it reflects not just the current hydrological state but also helps anticipate potential flooding situations due to the rain-driven flash flooding that can occur in this area. Observing fluctuations from the median helps local residents and authorities prepare for changing conditions and manage the risks associated with heavy rainfall events common in tropical climates like Hawaii.
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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