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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Sand Gate Div from FT Sumner Canal at FT Sumner,nm Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Sand Gate Div from FT Sumner Canal at FT Sumner,nm in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper pecos
- Primary gauge 08385503 (USGS)
About Sand Gate Div from FT Sumner Canal at FT Sumner,nm
Sand Gate Division from FT Sumner Canal - a vital link in the Upper Pecos watershed.
Located in New Mexico, the Sand Gate Division from FT Sumner Canal plays an essential role in managing water resources within the Upper Pecos watershed. This stretch of canal, often referred to simply as "Sand Gate," channels water vital for agricultural needs and local ecosystems.
The watershed context
The Sand Gate Division is part of the Upper Pecos watershed, which includes neighboring water bodies such as the Fort Sumner Main Canal, Pecos River below Sumner Dam, and the Pecos River below Taiban Creek. Although specific drainage area data isn’t provided, the significance of the Sand Gate Division is clear when considering how it fits into the broader hydrological patterns of the region. With its reliance on high-country snowmelt in the spring and susceptibility to July-September monsoon storms, the water flow experiences considerable variability throughout the year, showcasing the challenges posed by long dry spells interspersed with periods of heavy rainfall.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Sand Gate Division is crucial as it not only measures water levels but also serves as an indicator of the overall hydrological health of the Upper Pecos watershed. Today's water level reading from the USGS is compared against the median for this calendar day over the last 23 years. This comparison provides valuable context, illustrating how current conditions measure up against historical data to offer insights into trends and anomalies. By focusing on the median instead of relying solely on raw elevation figures, local stakeholders can better understand the water supply's status and its implications for agriculture, recreation, and ecosystem 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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