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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Revelstoke Reservoir Water Level
Live water level, flow, historical records and forecast for Revelstoke Reservoir in Ontario, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Ontario, BC, Canada
- Watershed upper columbia
- Primary gauge 08ND026 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Revelstoke Reservoir
Revelstoke Reservoir - A vital water resource in the Upper Columbia region.
Revelstoke Reservoir serves as a crucial hub within British Columbia's Upper Columbia watershed, harnessing the region's unique mountain hydrology. This reservoir, situated on Martha Creek, covers an expansive drainage area of approximately 26,300 square kilometres, capturing runoff fed by snowpack and glacial systems in the surrounding mountains.
The watershed context
The Upper Columbia watershed is a tapestry of abundant waterways and mountainous terrain, contributing significantly to the region's ecology and hydrology. The reservoir's water levels are influenced by the seasonal rhythms typical of the province, wherein the freshet, driven by melting snow, typically peaks between May and July. These conditions help to sustain water levels throughout the summer months, providing critical resource management and ecological benefits to the surrounding environment.
The reservoir is surrounded by rugged landscapes and varied ecosystems, allowing a diversity of flora and fauna to thrive in this alpine setting. The area's river systems and tributaries play a significant role in supporting both local wildlife and recreational activities.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the water conditions of Revelstoke Reservoir is essential for monitoring its health and managing its use. Today's water level reading, when compared to the historical median for this calendar day, highlights how current conditions stand among the last seven years at this gauge. This comparison, managed by the Water Survey of Canada, is a more insightful indicator than raw elevation figures alone, providing valuable context for assessing trends and planning for seasonal changes.
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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