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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RYE PATCH RES NR RYE PATCH Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for RYE PATCH RES NR RYE PATCH in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed lower humboldt
- Primary gauge 10334500 (USGS)
About RYE PATCH RES NR RYE PATCH
Rye Patch Reservoir - a vital water resource in the arid basin.
Rye Patch Reservoir, situated near Rye Patch in Nevada, is part of the Lower Humboldt watershed. This reservoir plays an essential role in the region, serving as a significant water source in an area typified by the arid Great Basin hydrology. Unlike many other water bodies, its levels are influenced by seasonal snowmelt and summer thunderstorms, which can lead to rapid changes in flow.
The watershed context
The Lower Humboldt watershed encompasses a catchment area of approximately 16,100 square miles, providing vital drainage for the surrounding landscape. Rye Patch Reservoir is connected to the dry conditions typical of the Great Basin, where water resources are scarce and become even more critical during warmer months. The reservoir is in close proximity to its peers, including Humboldt River near Imlay, Humboldt River near Rose Creek, and Humboldt River near Rye Patch, which underscores the interconnectedness of these water bodies in servicing the region's water needs.
As the snow of the surrounding mountains melts in spring, it contributes to the reservoir's levels, but as summer arrives, local thunderstorms can significantly impact the area, resulting in brief yet intense rainfalls. This seasonal rhythm makes Rye Patch Reservoir an essential element in the Great Basin's complex hydrology.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the current water level at Rye Patch Reservoir is critical, particularly for local stakeholders such as farmers and residents who may rely on this water source. Monitoring the reservoir’s water level against historical medians allows for informed decisions regarding water usage and management. Today’s measurement from the US Geological Survey indicates how Rye Patch Reservoir compares to the median for this calendar day over the last two years. This context is important because it provides a clearer picture than raw elevation figures alone, helping users grasp changes and trends in water availability in this arid environment.
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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