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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Pantano Wash at Broadway Blvd. at Tucson, AZ. Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Pantano Wash at Broadway Blvd. at Tucson, AZ. in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed rillito
- Primary gauge 09485450 (USGS)
About Pantano Wash at Broadway Blvd. at Tucson, AZ.
Pantano Wash - a crucial channel in Tucson's arid landscape.
Nestled in Arizona's dynamic hydrology, Pantano Wash at Broadway Blvd. serves as an important waterway in the Rillito Watershed. This river gauge, monitored by the U.S. Geological Survey, captures the fluctuations of Pantano Wash, a vital channel influenced by the arid Southwest's seasonal rhythms. As summer monsoon thunderstorms roll through, they can lead to sudden, violent flash floods. In contrast, the winter months often bring snowmelt from higher elevations, feeding the area's larger rivers.
The watershed context
The Pantano Wash's catchment area spans approximately 599 square miles, draining a landscape that is both diverse and challenging. This region experiences significant variability, with dry periods between intense storm events, leaving channels that may run completely dry at times. The watershed is bordered by several nearby water bodies including Barrel Canyon, Cienega Creek, and Rillito Creek, all contributing to the complex hydrological network that characterizes Tucson and its surroundings.
During the summer months, heavy rain from monsoon storms can lead to rapid runoff, while winter precipitation ensures the rivers remain nourished during drier periods. The watershed dynamics show how interdependent these systems are, highlighting the critical role of each tributary in maintaining ecological balance and hydrological stability.
Why the data matters here
Understanding water levels and flow rates in Pantano Wash is vital for local residents, farmers, and urban planners, especially in the context of flood management and water conservation. Today's reading provides a snapshot of current conditions, offering insight into how the river is performing relative to its historical data.
The current flow, when compared to the median for this calendar day across the station's 28-year historical record, gives a clearer picture than raw elevation figures alone. This information, provided by the USGS, is essential for monitoring the natural ebb and flow of water in this significant arid river system.
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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