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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Puerco River near Chambers Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Puerco River near Chambers in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed lower puerco
- Primary gauge 09396100 (USGS)
About Puerco River near Chambers
Puerco River - a vital artery in the arid landscape.
The Puerco River flows near Chambers, Arizona, within the Lower Puerco watershed. This river is significant in an environment where water can be scarce, reflecting the broader patterns of the region's hydrology. Known for dramatic changes, the Puerco is shaped by both summer monsoon thunderstorms, which can provoke intense flash floods, and winter storms that contribute to the snowmelt runoff in the high country.
The watershed context
Draining a substantial area of approximately 2,156 square miles, the Puerco River plays an essential role in collecting and conveying water through this arid landscape. During seasonal cycles, the river can experience marked fluctuations in flow, often running dry between rainfall events, which underscores the importance of every precipitation occurrence. As summertime storms approach, they can lead to rapid water level rises that provide critical replenishment to the local ecosystem.
This dynamic relationship between the river and seasonal weather emphasizes the resilience and adaptability of life in the desert. The aquatic environment supports a range of flora and fauna that have evolved to thrive in these conditions, illustrating the intricate balance that exists in the Puerco's watershed.
Why the data matters here
The data collected by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) at the Puerco River near Chambers is vital for understanding water flow patterns and gauging current conditions. Today's flow measurement is especially relevant when compared against the historical median for this calendar day, providing insight into how the current levels stack up over time. This context can be critical for local farmers and community planners who rely on understanding water availability during the year. Given that this gauge has recorded data for over 50 years, stakeholders can make informed decisions based on reliable historical trends and data fluctuations.
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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