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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Peace River at Dunvegan Bridge Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Peace River at Dunvegan Bridge in Canada, AB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, AB, Canada
- Watershed upper peace kiskatinaw
- Primary gauge 07FD003 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Peace River at Dunvegan Bridge
Peace River at Dunvegan Bridge - A vital artery in Alberta's landscape.
Flowing gracefully through the heart of Alberta, the Peace River at Dunvegan Bridge epitomizes the dynamic character of the Upper Peace - Kiskatinaw watershed. This river is not only a crucial water source for the region, but also an important habitat supporting local ecosystems.
The watershed context
The Peace River, spanning a considerable drainage area of approximately 135,000 square kilometres upstream of the Dunvegan Bridge gauge, takes on many forms as it threads through diverse landscapes. This region experiences typical hydrograph patterns driven by mountain snowmelt that results in peak flows in late spring; summer thunderstorms can also cause rapid fluctuations in water levels. These hydrological characteristics ensure that the river supports both agricultural and ecological needs, drawing in nutrients that benefit flora and fauna alike.
Why the data matters here
Engaging with the data collected by the Water Survey of Canada at the Dunvegan Bridge station is essential for understanding the current state of the river. Today's water level provides an important metric, as it can be compared to the median for this calendar day over 49 years of historical records. This comparison offers greater context than a raw river elevation alone, revealing trends and anomalies that could indicate changing environmental conditions or seasonal impacts. Observing these fluctuations not only aids farmers in planning their irrigation but also helps in monitoring potential flood risks in the coming stormy summer months.
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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