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 Lapa near Rabo Del Buey Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Rio Lapa near Rabo Del Buey in PR, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location PR, United States
- Watershed southern puerto rico
- Primary gauge 50100200 (USGS)
About Rio Lapa near Rabo Del Buey
Rio Lapa - A dynamic river shaped by tropical rainfall.
The Rio Lapa flows near the community of Rabo Del Buey in Puerto Rico, carving its course through the lush landscapes typical of the Southern Puerto Rico watershed. With a drainage area of approximately 9.9 square miles upstream of this gauge, the river plays a vital role in the local hydrology, driven by the intense rainfall that characterizes this tropical region.
The watershed context
Southern Puerto Rico is subject to a hydrological cycle that is influenced by persistent rainfall, particularly during the hurricane season. The area is marked by steep basins that can respond rapidly to heavy rains, resulting in flash floods. This nature of the local environment means that the Rio Lapa is particularly prone to quick changes in water levels during storms or tropical waves. Nearby, the river has several peers, including the Aes Intake Canal and various segments of the Canal de Juana Diaz, which all contribute to the intricate water management of the region.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Rio Lapa is essential, considering its susceptibility to sudden water level changes, especially in reaction to rainfall patterns. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has established this gauge to measure flow, providing critical data not only for local residents but also for farmers and other stakeholders who depend on accurate water level information. Today’s reading, when compared to the median for this calendar day across the station’s 38 years of historical data, offers a reliable insight into the current state of the river. Understanding these fluctuations helps inform communities and resource managers about potential flooding and water resource availability.
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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