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 near Questa Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Red River near Questa in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper rio grande
- Primary gauge 08265000 (USGS)
About Red River near Questa
Red River near Questa - A vital stream in the Upper Rio Grande watershed.
The Red River near Questa is an important watercourse in New Mexico, contributing to the larger Upper Rio Grande watershed. This river not only serves as a key ecological component but also plays a role in the local hydrology that varies with the seasons. The arid climate of the Southwest means that water levels can fluctuate significantly throughout the year, driven primarily by snowmelt and monsoon activity.
The watershed context
The Red River is part of a watershed that is characterized by its diverse topography and hydrological dynamics. Draining roughly 113 square miles above the station, this river receives its water supply mainly from high-country snowmelt during the spring months. As the snowpack melts, the river flows increase, providing essential water to the area.
From July to September, the region experiences monsoon storms that can lead to sudden flash floods. These intermittent but intense precipitation events are vital for replenishing the river but also contribute to the long dry stretches that define the region outside of these summer months.
The Red River is joined by several nearby stream systems, including Alamitos Creek and Costilla Creek, all of which share the responsibilities of draining this rugged landscape. This network of streams plays an important role in maintaining the health and ecology of the watershed.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the water levels of the Red River is essential for understanding both seasonal and long-term trends in the area's hydrology. Today's reading from the U.S. Geological Survey will indicate how the river's flow compares to the median for this date across the station's historical record of over 50 years. This comparison is important, as it provides context to current water conditions and trends. The river's discharge measurements help local users, including farmers and fisheries, make informed decisions in relation to water usage and management. Understanding these fluctuations is crucial for the sustainable management of water resources in this arid region.
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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