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 Thompson River at Chase Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for South Thompson River at Chase in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed south thompson
- Primary gauge 08LE031 (Water Survey of Canada)
About South Thompson River at Chase
South Thompson River - a vital water source in British Columbia's heart.
Located in the vibrant South Thompson watershed, the South Thompson River at Chase represents a crucial waterway that serves both ecological and community needs. Draining roughly 15,900 square kilometres, this river plays an important role in the surrounding environment, connecting numerous streams, including Chase Creek, Corning Creek, and East Canoe Creek, all of which contribute to its flow.
The watershed context
The South Thompson River is influenced by the region's mountain hydrology, characterized by a freshet that typically peaks from May to July, driven primarily by snowpack melt. This seasonal rhythm is critical for maintaining the river's flow and supports various ecosystems alongside its banks. The river feeds into larger water bodies, notably Shuswap Lake, thus linking it to a broader network of waterways that are vital for local wildlife and human activities.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading from the South Thompson River at Chase provides insight into its current flow conditions. Evaluating these measurements against the historical median for this calendar day allows for a better understanding of how seasonal trends are unfolding. This context is provided by the Water Survey of Canada, which operates the monitoring station. With 49 years of data, users can see how today compares to these historical patterns, offering critical information for local farmers, anglers, and residents monitoring water conditions.
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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