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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Tobique River at Riley Brook Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Tobique River at Riley Brook in Canada, NB, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, NB, Canada
- Watershed tobique
- Primary gauge 01AH002 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Tobique River at Riley Brook
Tobique River - A vital artery in New Brunswick.
The Tobique River at Riley Brook flows with a sense of purpose, carving its way through the heart of New Brunswick’s Tobique watershed. This river, while a vital resource for local ecology and communities, also serves as an important indicator of changing conditions within its drainage area of approximately 2,220 square kilometres. The hydrology here reflects the Atlantic’s seasonal rhythm, where each spring, snowmelt brings a freshet, coupled with the challenges of potential ice jams on the major rivers. Winter ice cover introduces an entirely different aspect to the river's behavior, influencing wildlife patterns and local water management.
The watershed context
Located within the Tobique watershed, the river is a key component of a larger ecological system. This region experiences significant seasonal variations, including a spring freshet from melting snow and fall rains that can lead to localized flooding. Although no direct peers are noted, the Tobique River nonetheless remains a vital component of the greater New Brunswick river network, supporting habitats and communities who rely on its health for everything from fishing to agriculture.
Why the data matters here
Today's measurement from the Water Survey of Canada provides important context to the river's current conditions. Tracking the river's elevation is crucial for flood forecasting and understanding ecological changes. By comparing today's reading to the median for this date across the station's historical record of 71 years, stakeholders can gauge the river's health and predict potential risks or impacts. Elevation readings provide more context than raw numbers alone, helping locals and authorities alike make informed decisions.
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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