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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Stikine R near Wrangell AK Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Stikine R near Wrangell AK in AK, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AK, United States
- Watershed outlet stikine river
- Primary gauge 15024800 (USGS)
About Stikine R near Wrangell AK
Stikine River - A vital waterway near Wrangell.
The Stikine River, situated near Wrangell, Alaska, is a significant waterway renowned for its role in the Outlet Stikine River watershed. This river serves as a key conduit for the region's hydrological dynamics, heavily influenced by the subarctic climate that characterizes Alaska's landscape. With a drainage area of approximately 19,630 square miles above the station, the Stikine River is a prominent feature within its watershed, supporting seasonal flows that reflect the natural rhythm of both spring and winter.
The watershed context
The Outlet Stikine River is fed primarily by melting snow and spring runoff that often leads to flood conditions, especially during the seasonal thaw. In this subarctic environment, the river experiences significant changes in flow, governed mainly by spring breakup and the melting of ice. These conditions underscore the dynamic nature of the Stikine River, where ice jams can complicate the annual flooding events. In contrast, winter brings low flow conditions as the river is often froze under winter ice, illustrating the stark seasonal shifts that define this environment.
Why the data matters here
For anyone relying on accurate hydrological information, the Stikine River gauge is invaluable. Today’s reading reflects the ongoing hydrological patterns of this significant river. The current measurement can be compared against the historical median for this date, providing essential context for understanding water levels and flow conditions. This vital data, recorded and managed by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), helps residents, land managers, and various stakeholders make informed decisions throughout the year, especially during critical periods of flooding or low flow.
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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