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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Russell C near Cold Bay AK Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Russell C near Cold Bay AK in AK, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AK, United States
- Watershed cold bay
- Primary gauge 15297610 (USGS)
About Russell C near Cold Bay AK
Russell C - A vital waterway near Cold Bay.
Russell Creek flows serenely through the Alaskan landscape, reflecting the unique hydrological patterns typical of the subarctic region. Positioned close to Cold Bay, this river is integral to the ecosystem, providing essential water resources, especially noted for its connection to the annual seasonal rhythms of the area.
The watershed context
The creek drains roughly 31 square miles of the surrounding area, contributing to the hydrology of the Cold Bay watershed. During spring, the melting of snow and ice drives a notable increase in flow, often influenced by the annual flood events that mark this transitioning season. The presence of ice jams can also affect water levels and flow patterns at this time. As summer approaches, glacier-fed rivers reach their peaks, reflecting the broader dynamics of Alaskan waterways, while winter brings deeper low flows under the ice.
Why the data matters here
Data from the U.S. Geological Survey ensures that the readings for Russell Creek are continuously monitored, allowing for informed management and planning for both ecological health and local community needs. Today’s readings are compared against the median for this calendar day across the station's 45-year historical record, emphasizing significant variances in data and flow levels. This contextual comparison surpasses raw elevation figures, providing deeper insights into the changes occurring within this river system and the conditions that affect it. Monitoring such fluctuations is crucial for anticipating and mitigating any potential issues related to water resource management in this unique 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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