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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Stave River above Stave Lake Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Stave River above Stave Lake in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed lower fraser coast
- Primary gauge 08MH147 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Stave River above Stave Lake
Stave River - A powerful mountain river in British Columbia.
The Stave River flows with strength and purpose as it journeys above Stave Lake in British Columbia. Deeply rooted in the Lower Fraser - Coast region, this river stands among its peers— the Alouette River and the Chilliwack River—each contributing to the vibrant aquatic landscape. With a catchment area of roughly 293 square kilometres, the river captures the melting snowpack from the surrounding mountains, drawing energy from the seasonal rhythms of the province.
The watershed context
The Stave River is part of the bustling Lower Fraser watershed, a dynamic hydrological network that sees its waters swell from seasonal melt. In British Columbia, the freshet typically peaks from May to July, as the winter snowpack gives way to warming temperatures. This annual cycle enriches the river, allowing it to maintain its vigor through the months of summer, especially for those river segments that are glacier-fed. The surrounding landscape and creeks, including Cedar Creek and Bertrand Creek, help nurture this ecological community, supporting both fish and wildlife.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the water level at the Stave River above Stave Lake is critical for understanding the seasonal behavior of the river, especially as the area can experience significant changes in flow throughout the year. Agencies like the Water Survey of Canada (WSC) track these levels diligently. Today's recorded reading can be compared against the median for this calendar day, providing valuable context. This approach emphasizes the nuances of water elevation: it's not just a number but a reflection of historical patterns, informing local decisions tied to agriculture, fishing, and flood preparedness. With over 43 years of record-keeping, this data remains essential for navigating the river's natural cycles.
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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