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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Shell River near Inglis Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Shell River near Inglis in Canada, MB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, MB, Canada
- Watershed upper assiniboine shell
- Primary gauge 05MD005 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Shell River near Inglis
Shell River - A vital source in the Upper Assiniboine - Shell watershed.
The Shell River near Inglis is a significant body of water that plays an essential role in the Upper Assiniboine - Shell watershed. Spanning a catchment area of approximately 1,980 square kilometers, this river serves as a crucial resource for local ecosystems, agriculture, and recreation. Additionally, it connects to notable peers such as Lake of the Prairies and the Shell River at both Duck Lake and Roblin, all forming a part of this dynamic water network.
The watershed context
The Upper Assiniboine - Shell watershed is characterized by its Prairie hydrology, where spring snowmelt creates a defining hydrological event. This typically results in elevated water levels as melting snow contributes to the flow in the Shell River. As the season progresses into summer, natural processes lead to a gradual recession in water levels, influenced by evaporation and low inflow. Understanding these seasonal rhythms is crucial for managing water resources effectively in the region.
Why the data matters here
The monitoring station at Shell River near Inglis provides important real-time data on water elevation and flow, crucial for local stakeholders, including farmers, anglers, and flood planners. Today’s reading is significant when compared to the historical median for this calendar day over the past 50 years, as recorded by the Water Survey of Canada. This context is vital; it offers insights into current water levels relative to typical conditions, informing decisions and highlighting trends that may affect water quality and availability.
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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