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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Pecos River below Taiban Creek near Fort Sumner,nm Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Pecos River below Taiban Creek near Fort Sumner,nm in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper pecos
- Primary gauge 08385522 (USGS)
About Pecos River below Taiban Creek near Fort Sumner,nm
Pecos River below Taiban Creek - A vital flow in the Upper Pecos.
The Pecos River below Taiban Creek near Fort Sumner is an integral waterway within the Upper Pecos watershed, contributing to the hydrology of New Mexico's arid landscape. This river, which spans a substantial drainage area of roughly 5,908 square miles above the station, plays a critical role in the region's water supply, especially in times of both scarcity and flood.
The watershed context
As part of the Upper Pecos watershed, the Pecos River serves as a key source for agricultural irrigation and community water needs. The river is flanked by various peers such as the Fort Sumner Main Canal and other nearby river stations, which work cohesively within the region's water management system. Flows in the Pecos River exhibit significant seasonal variability, driven by high-country snowmelt in the spring and influenced by the intense monsoon storms that occur from July to September. These monsoon rains can lead to sudden increases in water levels, presenting both opportunities for replenishment and risks for flooding.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the flow of the Pecos River is essential for understanding its current conditions and forecasting potential changes throughout the seasons. Today's reading from the U.S. Geological Survey indicates how the flow compares to historical data from the past 34 years, specifically the median for this calendar day. This comparative measure provides context that highlights the river's health and potential impact on surrounding communities, agriculture, and ecosystems throughout the Upper Pecos. Understanding the nuances of this data enriches our awareness of this vital resource and aids in managing it wisely amid the challenges of arid southwestern climate patterns.
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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