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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Meadow Valley Wash near Caliente Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Meadow Valley Wash near Caliente in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed meadow valley wash
- Primary gauge 09418500 (USGS)
About Meadow Valley Wash near Caliente
Meadow Valley Wash - a vital waterway in the Nevada desert.
Nestled in the arid landscape of Nevada, Meadow Valley Wash near Caliente is a crucial river in a region where water is both precious and scarce. This ephemeral stream reflects the dynamics of the Great Basin's unique hydrology, shaped largely by mountain snowmelt and seasonal thunderstorms.
The watershed context
Meadow Valley Wash serves as a vital component of its watershed, draining an area of about 1,670 square miles. This catchment embodies the region's character, where periodic heavy rainfall can lead to sudden flash floods, enhancing the wash's flow temporarily. While often dry, during wet periods, it can swell significantly, responding to the rhythm of nature. Nearby tributaries, such as Meadow Valley Wash at Eagle Canyon and Meadow Valley Wash near Rox, supplement this vital water source, harmonizing into the greater hydrological network of the Great Basin.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading from the USGS station at Meadow Valley Wash near Caliente is essential for understanding local water conditions. It is compared against the median for this calendar day over the last 50 years to provide context; this historical benchmark allows observers to assess the current situation against long-term trends. Raw elevation numbers alone do not reveal the full story; comparing to the median offers insight into whether the current conditions are above or below the norm, helping locals, farmers, and emergency planners alike respond to the ever-changing dynamics of this vital waterway.
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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