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 Selkirk Water Level
Live water level, flow, historical records and forecast for Red River at Selkirk in Canada, MB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, MB, Canada
- Watershed lower red
- Primary gauge 05OJ005 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Red River at Selkirk
Red River at Selkirk - A vital gauge on Manitoba's waterway.
The Red River, coursing through Manitoba, hosts many significant monitoring stations, among which the Red River at Selkirk stands out. This location serves an important role in gauging water levels in a river known for its dynamic hydrological behavior, especially influenced by seasonal patterns typical of Prairie hydrology.
The watershed context
The Red River at Selkirk measures the flow and level of water through its extensive catchment, draining roughly 277,000 square kilometers upstream. As part of the Lower Red watershed, this section of the river plays a crucial part in water management for the region. The proximity to surrounding monitoring points, such as the Red River at Breezy Point and the Red River at James Avenue Pumping Station, allows for comparative analysis and a deeper understanding of water conditions in the area.
In Manitoba, the spring melt significantly affects river flows. Snowmelt floods are a common occurrence, shaping the water level nuances along the Red River's path. In contrast, the summer months typically see natural declines in water levels due to evaporation and reduced inflow. This seasonal rhythm is essential for local agriculture and ecosystem health, as the water supplies are vital for crop irrigation and wildlife habitats.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading at the Red River at Selkirk is an essential indicator of river dynamics. Tracking the elevation against the median for this calendar day across a historical record spanning 17 years provides valuable insights. This benchmark comparison is crucial, as it highlights deviations from typical conditions, helping cottagers, farmers, and flood-watchers anticipate shifts in water behavior. The Water Survey of Canada (WSC) operates this gauge, ensuring data accuracy for those monitoring and managing water resources in this important 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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