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 Lake Arthur Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Pecos River near Lake Arthur in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper pecos long arroyo
- Primary gauge 08395500 (USGS)
About Pecos River near Lake Arthur
Pecos River - A vital artery in the arid southwest.
The Pecos River near Lake Arthur serves as a significant watercourse in New Mexico, flowing through the Upper Pecos-Long Arroyo watershed. With a catchment area of approximately 14,760 square miles above the station, this river is an essential resource for the region, particularly as seasonal rain patterns dictate its flows.
The watershed context
The Upper Pecos-Long Arroyo watershed plays a crucial role in the hydrology of the surrounding landscape. As part of the arid southwest, this area experiences distinct seasonal fluctuations influenced by high-country snowmelt in the spring, which drives initial flows in the major rivers. Following this period, from July to September, monsoon storms may bring sudden and intense rainfall, leading to flash floods. These high-impact weather events alternate with long dry stretches that typify New Mexico's climate, creating a unique dynamic for the Pecos River's flow patterns.
Neighboring stations, such as the Pecos River near Acme and the Pecos River near Artesia, give further context to the area's hydrologic behavior, highlighting a collective reliance on this major waterway. This interconnectedness underscores the significance of monitoring flow and water levels in these rivers.
Why the data matters here
Today's measurement from the Pecos River near Lake Arthur reflects critical hydrologic information, particularly in the context of the typical seasonal flow expectations. Monitoring data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) indicates how the current reading compares to historical medians for this calendar day. This comparison is vital because it provides insights into current conditions against historical norms over the past 50 years.
Understanding these metrics helps stakeholders such as cottagers, farmers, and flood-watchers to make informed decisions based on real-time data. In an environment where seasonal rhythms dictate availability and risk, knowing where the Pecos River stands relative to long-term averages allows for better preparedness and awareness in this arid region.
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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