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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South Fork L Humboldt River near Paradise Valley Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for South Fork L Humboldt River near Paradise Valley in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed little humboldt
- Primary gauge 10328475 (USGS)
About South Fork L Humboldt River near Paradise Valley
South Fork L Humboldt River - a vital tributary in the Little Humboldt watershed.
The South Fork L Humboldt River flows gracefully through Paradise Valley, providing essential water resources to its surroundings while following the patterns of the region’s unique hydrology. Draining a significant catchment area of roughly 431 square miles, this river is an integral part of the Little Humboldt watershed, connecting with neighboring water bodies such as the L Humboldt River and Martin Creek.
The watershed context
In the arid conditions of Northern Nevada, the South Fork L Humboldt River exhibits the characteristic seasonal rhythms of the Great Basin region. Spring melt from mountain snowpack contributes to seasonal peaks in water levels, supporting the river's perennial status. As summer progresses, the influence of thunderstorms can lead to localized flash floods, making this river an essential contributor to both ecological habitats and water supply in the area.
The river’s health is closely tied to its watershed, with surrounding channels that may vary between flowing and ephemeral, depending on the seasonal weather conditions. This variability can profoundly affect wildlife and agricultural needs, marking the river as a critical resource.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring data for the South Fork L Humboldt River is vital for understanding its current hydrological status. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) station provides important measurements of flow, allowing locals to gauge the river's conditions and trends over time.
Currently, the river's flow readings are tracked against the historical median for this date. This approach is essential, as it gives a clear context to the current conditions, reflecting how today's measurement compares to typical values over the past half-century. By knowing how today's levels stack up against historical averages, residents, farmers, and flood-watchers are better equipped to make informed decisions about water use and safety in this often unpredictable 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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