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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Sturgeon Lake Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Sturgeon Lake in Ontario, ON, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Ontario, ON, Canada
- Watershed kawartha lakes
- Primary gauge 02HH006 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Sturgeon Lake
Sturgeon Lake - A central feature in the Kawartha Lakes region.
Sturgeon Lake, located in Ontario's Kawartha Lakes region, is a significant body of water that supports the surrounding community and its diverse ecosystems. With a drainage area of approximately 3,250 square kilometers, it serves as a vital part of the local hydrology, capturing rainfall and snowmelt and contributing to the health of the watershed.
The watershed context
This lake forms part of the greater Kawartha Lakes watershed, which is enriched by its connections to nearby waters, including the Pigeon River at Lotus and the Pigeon River at Omemee. The hydrological dynamics of Sturgeon Lake reflect a seasonal rhythm influenced primarily by snowmelt. As spring arrives, typically between late April and May, the water levels can rise considerably due to the influx of meltwater. This period of freshet is crucial for filling the lake and ensures sufficient flow for the downstream ecosystems.
During the summer months, from July to September, natural drawdown occurs, leading to the lake's water levels gradually receding. This seasonal ebb and flow is a normal part of the lake’s health, shaped by evaporation and lower inflow. As winter approaches, the lake experiences an early-winter decline as ice forms over its surface, further continuing the natural cycle of water retention and release.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the current conditions at Sturgeon Lake is essential for local residents, including cottagers, anglers, and farmers, who rely on accurate water levels for day-to-day activities. The monitoring station "Sturgeon Lake at Fenelon Falls" provides critical data, although it does not measure discharge. It's particularly noteworthy to track today's water level reading, which should be compared against the median for this calendar day over the past three years of records. This approach provides context that raw elevation alone cannot offer, allowing for a more informed understanding of how seasonal changes may be affecting Sturgeon Lake's water levels. For precise information, this data is managed by the Water Survey of Canada (WSC).
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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