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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Swift Current Creek below Rock Creek Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Swift Current Creek below Rock Creek in Canada, SK, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, SK, Canada
- Watershed swift current
- Primary gauge 05HD036 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Swift Current Creek below Rock Creek
Swift Current Creek - A vital waterway in southern Saskatchewan.
Swift Current Creek below Rock Creek is a noteworthy waterbody in Saskatchewan, contributing significantly to the hydrology of the Swift Current watershed. This region experiences a distinctive hydrological rhythm, characterized by its snowmelt-dominated spring peak, resulting in sharp increases in flow, followed by long and gradual summer recessions.
## The watershed context Draining roughly 1,430 square kilometres above the station, Swift Current Creek flows steadily through its watershed, gathering water from its larger tributaries, including Illerbrun Creek near Simmie and the upper stretches of Swift Current Creek. As spring unfolds, the melting snow drives a surge in water levels, which can sharply peak before transitioning to calmer times in the summer months due to evaporation and reduced inflow.
The surrounding landscape impacts flow greatly; during the summer, windy conditions can influence lake setups, potentially resulting in fluctuating readings. Observing these patterns provides valuable insights not just for local cottagers and anglers, but also for agricultural stakeholders who rely on consistent water supplies for irrigation.
## Why the data matters here Understanding the current water level of Swift Current Creek compared to historical data is crucial for managing local water resources effectively. Today's reading is measured against the median for this calendar day over the past 50 years, derived from the Water Survey of Canada (WSC) data. This historical context is valuable; it can indicate whether the creek is experiencing a typical year or whether there are anomalies in flow, helping local residents and stakeholders make informed decisions based on accurate water levels rather than raw elevation alone.
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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