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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Tesuque Creek above Diversions near Santa FE Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Tesuque Creek above Diversions near Santa FE in NM, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NM, United States
- Watershed upper rio grande
- Primary gauge 08302500 (USGS)
About Tesuque Creek above Diversions near Santa FE
Tesuque Creek - A vital waterway of the Upper Rio Grande.
Tesuque Creek flows through the diverse landscapes of New Mexico, serving as an essential component of the Upper Rio Grande watershed. This river measures an estimated 11.7 square miles in its catchment area above the station, indicating its role in influencing local water flows and ecology. Nestled within an arid environment, this creek uniquely positions itself within a region characterized by significant hydrological variability influenced by both high-country snowmelt in the spring and monsoonal storms from July to September.
The watershed context
The Upper Rio Grande watershed encompasses a range of tributaries, including Tesuque Creek and its peers, such as Alamitos Creek and Costilla Creek, all contributing to the overall health of the river network. This confluence of waters not only supports local ecosystems but also influences recreational activities, agriculture, and water supply for nearby communities. The seasonal rhythm of the region sees spring flows driven largely by the melting snow from higher elevations, while the summer months may bring sudden and intense rainfall, occasionally leading to flash flooding. The dry stretches between these events highlight the importance of conserving water and understanding the variances in flow throughout the year.
Why the data matters here
Today's reading for Tesuque Creek is essential in evaluating its health and reliability as a water source. The US Geological Survey (USGS) measures this station's flow, comparing it to the median levels for this calendar day across nearly three decades of historical data. This approach is more relevant than raw elevation figures alone since it reflects the creek's current status vis-à-vis its historical patterns, offering insights into trends and potential impacts on local ecology and water management policies. Knowing where today's flow stands against historical averages helps cottagers, anglers, and water managers gauge the creek's condition and plan accordingly for future uses and conservation efforts.
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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