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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Quill Creek near Quill Lake Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Quill Creek near Quill Lake in Canada, SK, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, SK, Canada
- Watershed quill lakes non contributing
- Primary gauge 05MA020 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Quill Creek near Quill Lake
Quill Creek - An essential waterway in Saskatchewan's landscape.
Quill Creek flows gracefully near Quill Lake, showing its importance in the local hydrology of Saskatchewan. Draining an area of approximately 226 square kilometres, this creek feeds into the broader landscape of the Quill Lakes region, interacting with peers such as Big Quill Lake, Birch Creek, and several others. The creek's presence contributes to the vibrant, dynamic ecosystem characteristic of this prairie environment.
The watershed context
Part of the Quill Lakes - Non-contributing watershed, Quill Creek showcases the unique dynamics of prairie hydrology. Typically influenced by snowmelt during the spring, the creek can experience sharp peaks in water levels, which then give way to long summer recessions. These seasonal changes bring life to the area, connecting various wetland habitats and sustaining local wildlife. The impact of wind on lake surfaces can also play a role in shaping the readings from the creek.
Why the data matters here
The monitoring station at Quill Creek provides valuable data on water levels and discharge characteristics, allowing for effective assessment and understanding of the creek’s behavior. Today's water level reading is essential for gauging local conditions, as it reveals how the creek compares to historical data. By comparing today’s reading against the median for this calendar day over nearly 50 years of record-keeping, we gain insights into current hydrological conditions. The Water Survey of Canada operates this monitoring, ensuring that stakeholders such as farmers, cottagers, and environmental enthusiasts stay informed about Quill Creek’s vital role in the region’s ecosystem.
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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