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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Salvesen Lake Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Salvesen Lake in Kenora, ON, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Kenora, ON, Canada
- Watershed lower english
- Primary gauge 05QE009 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Salvesen Lake
Salvesen Lake - A reflective haven in the Kenora region.
Nestled in the tranquil landscape of Ontario's Kenora region, Salvesen Lake offers a natural retreat for those seeking a connection with water. This lake, part of the Lower English watershed, serves as a vital resource for local ecosystems and recreational activities. The surrounding area boasts a solid hydrological network, with the Sturgeon River flowing from the lake's outlet, enhancing the aquatic environment.
The watershed context
Salvesen Lake is bounded by a drainage area measuring roughly 1,752 square kilometres, providing a significant catchment for water and nutrients that flow through the ecosystem. This area is characterized by the snowmelt-driven seasonal hydrology typical of Ontario, where the spring freshet occurs in late April to May. This period brings increased water levels as melting snow contributes to the lake's volume. Following this, natural summer drawdown occurs from July through September, as warmer temperatures lead to evaporation and reduced inflow. As winter approaches, Salvesen Lake experiences an early decline in water levels due to the formation of ice.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the hydrology of Salvesen Lake is crucial for understanding its ecological health and the local climate's influence on water levels. Today's reading from the Sturgeon River at the outlet of Salvesen Lake is significant when compared against the median for this calendar day over the past 16 years. By analyzing this data, we can observe trends and variations, providing valuable insights into the changing dynamics of the lake's waters and overall watershed health. The information is collected by the Water Survey of Canada, allowing for informed decision-making regarding environmental conservation and water management practices in the 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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