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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Rio de la Plata at Proyecto la Plata Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Rio de la Plata at Proyecto la Plata in PR, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location PR, United States
- Watershed eastern puerto rico
- Primary gauge 50043000 (USGS)
About Rio de la Plata at Proyecto la Plata
Rio de la Plata - A dynamic river shaped by rainfall and seasonal rains.
The Rio de la Plata at Proyecto la Plata serves as an essential waterway in Eastern Puerto Rico, known for its rapid response to rainfall events. This river, with a drainage area of approximately 63.1 square miles, showcases the tropical island hydrology typical of the region, where flash floods can emerge swiftly due to intense rainfall. Residents in the vicinity are keenly aware of how weather patterns can amplify the flow of the river, especially during hurricane seasons or tropical waves that can drastically elevate water levels in a matter of hours.
The watershed context
As part of the Eastern Puerto Rico watershed, the Rio de la Plata connects with several smaller rivers and streams, including Lago Carite at Spillway and Quebrada Grande, weaving through a landscape shaped by steep basins. This connectivity not only influences the hydrological dynamics but also underscores the importance of careful monitoring by agencies such as the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Their attention to the river’s discharge readings helps provide vital information to local communities interest in flood management and water resource safety.
Why the data matters here
Today's measurements from the USGS station reveal the river's current status, informing stakeholders about its flow conditions. Understanding these data points — particularly in comparison to the historical median for this day — provides a clearer picture of current water levels relative to past patterns. This perspective is crucial, as it highlights any significant deviations in flow, enabling residents and officials to make informed decisions about safety and water usage. With a historical record spanning over 50 years at this station, the data reflects both typical patterns and the impacts of extraordinary weather events, making it an essential resource for managing the challenges posed by Puerto Rico's tropical climate.
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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