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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San Juan River near Archuleta Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for San Juan River near Archuleta in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper san juan
- Primary gauge 09355500 (USGS)
About San Juan River near Archuleta
San Juan River near Archuleta - a vital flow in the Upper San Juan watershed.
The San Juan River near Archuleta is a significant waterway that plays a crucial role in the hydrology of New Mexico's Upper San Juan watershed. Draining roughly 3,260 square miles, this river is essential for local ecosystems and communities, reflecting the intricate balance of arid Southwest hydrology. Its flow is deeply influenced by the region's seasonal patterns, where high-country snowmelt in spring marks the onset of increased water levels, while the summer months can see a transformation as monsoon storms contribute to flash flooding, especially from July to September.
The watershed context
The Upper San Juan watershed encompasses a dynamic and diverse ecological landscape. Here, the river courses through an array of terrains, influenced by the sparse vegetation typical of an arid climate. As water meanders from higher elevations, it supports various wildlife and plants adapted to this environment. The San Juan River serves not only as a resource for irrigation and recreation but also connects with several peers, such as the Citizens Ditch at Bloomfield and the Los Pinos River near Ignacio. These tributaries augment the river's flow and impact the hydrological system, demonstrating the interconnectedness of water bodies in the region.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the San Juan River's hydrology is essential for stakeholders in the area, from farmers reliant on stable irrigation to residents keen on flood awareness. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) operates the station measuring this river, which also monitors discharge levels. Today's reading is an important indicator, representing how the current flow compares to the median for this date across more than 50 years of records. This comparative approach to data is crucial, as it provides context to raw elevation figures, highlighting fluctuations that can impact local water management and ecological health.
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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