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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Red River at Emerson Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Red River at Emerson in Canada, MB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, MB, Canada
- Watershed upper red
- Primary gauge 05OC001 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Red River at Emerson
Red River at Emerson - where the flow reflects the rhythm of the prairie landscape.
The Red River flows steadily at Emerson, part of the extensive Upper Red watershed. This river stretch covers a significant drainage area of approximately 103,000 square kilometres, capturing rainfall and meltwater from the expansive prairies. These attributes make it a key part of the hydrological system that shapes this region.
The watershed context
Springtime here is marked by the vital process of snowmelt, which often leads to floods—an essential characteristic of prairie hydrology. The Red River at Emerson sees heightened flows during this season, as melting snow and rainfall converge into the river system. In summer, however, water levels typically recede, following the natural rhythm of the region. Neighbouring stations, including the Red River at Morris and St. Adolphe, share similar hydrographic patterns, attesting to the interconnection of this river system.
Why the data matters here
Current monitoring at the Red River at Emerson provides essential insights into the river's health and hydrological behaviour. This station has been reliably recording data for nearly 50 years, allowing for detailed evaluation of water levels, trends, and seasonal changes. Comparing today's reading to the historical median for this date offers a better understanding of whether conditions are rising or falling against typical seasonal patterns.
For river watchers, anglers, and local farmers, knowing the current status of the Red River is invaluable for planning activities and understanding water management needs. The consistent data published by the Water Survey of Canada enhances our understanding of this vital waterway and its role in the broader landscape.
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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