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 near Anton Chico Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Pecos River near Anton Chico in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed pecos headwaters
- Primary gauge 08379500 (USGS)
About Pecos River near Anton Chico
Pecos River near Anton Chico - A vital artery in New Mexico's high desert landscape.
The Pecos River near Anton Chico flows through a critical stretch of the Pecos Headwaters watershed, cascading through an arid landscape shaped by both seasonal rains and the effects of high-country snowmelt. This river serves as an important water source for the surrounding communities, wildlife, and ecosystems, illustrating the critical relationship between water and life in the arid Southwest.
The watershed context
The Pecos River is located in New Mexico, where its hydrology is deeply influenced by the region's climate. High-country snowmelt typically leads to increased river flows in the spring, while July through September often brings monsoon storms that can result in significant flash flooding. Extended dry periods are common throughout the year, which places additional emphasis on the river as a key resource. The river supports a network of smaller streams, including Beaver Creek and Gallinas Creek, which drain into it, each contributing to its dynamics and health.
The area drained by the Pecos River near Anton Chico encompasses roughly 1,050 square miles, which is essential for understanding its water supply and flow characteristics. This extensive drainage area's impacts can be seen through the varied habitats that reside along the riverbanks, supporting diverse plant and animal life adapted to this unique environment.
Why the data matters here
Maintaining a pulse on the river's data is crucial for stakeholders that rely on its waters for various needs—be it agricultural irrigation, recreation, or biodiversity conservation. Water data plays a vital role in monitoring river conditions and making informed decisions, especially in an ecosystem that experiences fluctuating access to water.
Today's reading of the Pecos River near Anton Chico is an essential observation that is evaluated against the median water level for this date over more than 50 years, sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). This comparison provides a vital context for understanding the river's current status, helping to alert local communities to potential changes that may prompt action or preparedness, particularly given the risks of flooding associated with seasonal monsoons.
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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