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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Pinus River Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Pinus River in Canada, NL, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, NL, Canada
- Watershed lower churchill nfld
- Primary gauge 03OE011 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Pinus River
Pinus River - a vital flow in Newfoundland's Lower Churchill.
The Pinus River winds its way through the rugged terrain of Newfoundland, forming a crucial part of the Lower Churchill watershed. This river, which drains a catchment area of approximately 780 square kilometers, contributes to the intricate hydrological system that governs the region. Flowing without a designated parent river, the Pinus River serves as a vital water source, influencing both local ecosystems and human activities.
The watershed context
The Lower Churchill watershed encompasses a landscape marked by its dynamic water features. The region experiences the characteristic Atlantic hydrology rhythms—spring brings the snowmelt freshet, while fall and winter storms can result in significant rain floods. Lakes and bogs play a significant role in modulating water levels, providing natural storage that helps regulate the flow within the river system. This interplay between the Pinus River and its surroundings fosters a rich habitat for various flora and fauna, making it an essential element of the local ecology.
Why the data matters here
Data from the Pinus River station (03OE011) not only captures the river's current elevation but also provides context by comparing today’s reading against the median for this calendar day across more than 26 years of record. This comparison, supplied by the Water Survey of Canada, offers a reliable way to understand changes within the hydrological system, highlighting fluctuations in water levels that may result from seasonal patterns. As you monitor the river, knowing where today’s data stands relative to historical norms provides insights into trends that affect fishing, recreation, and environmental health in this part of Newfoundland.
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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