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 James Avenue Pumping Station Water Level
Live water level, flow, historical records and forecast for Red River at James Avenue Pumping Station in Canada, MB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, MB, Canada
- Watershed lower red
- Primary gauge 05OJ015 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Red River at James Avenue Pumping Station
Red River - A vital channel through Manitoba.
The Red River at James Avenue Pumping Station serves as an important chokepoint within the expansive Lower Red watershed in Manitoba. This region is characterized by its vast drainage area, encompassing approximately 275,000 square kilometres, which collects water from a broad swath of surrounding land. The river plays a critical role in managing water flow through urban and rural landscapes alike, particularly in the context of agricultural practices and flood management.
The watershed context
The Lower Red watershed provides essential services to its surrounding communities, with the Red River as its main artery. This region is known for its spring snowmelt floods, which shape the seasonal water levels and flooding patterns. Every year, the thawing snow contributes to significant water flow, often leading to high waters observed during the early spring months. As temperatures rise and snow melts, the flow through stations like James Avenue is indicative of the broader hydrology at play, with an ever-present need for monitoring to mitigate flood risks.
The river’s health can be gauged by recognizing water flow patterns throughout the seasons. Following the spring runoff, summer typically sees a reduction in flow levels, due to natural evaporation and reduced inflows. Nearby measurement points, such as the Red River at Breezy Point and Red River at Selkirk, offer valuable comparative insights to monitor these fluctuations at James Avenue.
Why the data matters here
The data collected at the Red River at James Avenue Pumping Station—both water levels and discharge—are invaluable for local governance and environmental stewardship. Accurate readings inform decision-making, especially regarding flood management, agricultural water use, and ecological assessments.
Today's measurements indicate where the water level stands compared to the historical median for this calendar day. By utilizing data published by the Water Survey of Canada, stakeholders can understand trends and responses to seasonal shifts more effectively. Such context is crucial, especially in a setting with over 50 years of historical record to draw upon, making today’s data not just numbers but a reflection of long-term patterns that impact local activities and ecosystems.
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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