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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Marlette Creek near Carson City Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Marlette Creek near Carson City in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed lake tahoe
- Primary gauge 10336715 (USGS)
About Marlette Creek near Carson City
Marlette Creek - a hidden gem near Carson City.
Marlette Creek flows quietly near Carson City, nestled within the Lake Tahoe watershed. Spanning a modest catchment area of roughly 2.9 square miles, this creek is a vital contributor to the waters that feed into the iconic Lake Tahoe. The serene watercourse runs through the arid landscape of Nevada, where the influence of mountain snowmelt and summer thunderstorms shapes the hydrological behavior of the region.
The watershed context
This section of Marlette Creek is surrounded by a network of peers, including Blackwood Creek and Third Creek, each adding to the ecological tapestry of the Lake Tahoe basin. These waterways demonstrate the seasonal rhythms of arid Great Basin hydrology, where spring typically brings brief peaks driven by melting snow, while summer storms can lead to localized flash flooding, reflecting the dynamic water patterns of the region. The interplay of precipitation and evaporation during warmer months underscores the fragility of these waterways, highlighting the importance of monitoring for both ecological health and water availability.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading from the USGS station on Marlette Creek reflects not just the current flow of water, but also provides invaluable context for understanding its behavior relative to historical patterns. By comparing today's figures against the median for this calendar day—averaged over the station's 50-year record—we gain insights into the creek's performance and health throughout different seasons. This perspective is critical for local stakeholders, from cottagers to water managers, as it informs decisions that impact both the natural ecosystems and human activities dependent on this vital resource.
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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