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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Truckee Canal near Hazen Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Truckee Canal near Hazen in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed carson desert
- Primary gauge 10351400 (USGS)
About Truckee Canal near Hazen
Truckee Canal - A vital waterway in the Carson Desert.
The Truckee Canal near Hazen serves as an essential resource within the arid landscape of the Carson Desert. This river flow is an integral part of the larger hydrological network that supports not just the local ecology, but also agricultural needs and water management practices in the region.
The watershed context
The Truckee Canal flows within the expansive Carson Desert watershed, a region typically characterized by the influence of mountain snowmelt during the spring months, which drives seasonal peaks in river flows. In the summer, localized thunderstorms can trigger flash floods, showcasing the dynamic and sometimes unpredictable nature of the area's hydrology. The Truckee Canal’s proximity to other significant waterways, such as the Carson River, provides a connection to this broader hydrological framework.
Why the data matters here
The US Geological Survey (USGS) continuously monitors the Truckee Canal, providing vital discharge readings that are essential for understanding water availability and management in the region. Today's reading is compared against the median for this calendar day over the past 50 years, offering valuable context that surpasses mere elevation numbers. This comparison helps stakeholders such as farmers, cottagers, and flood-watchers better assess current conditions, make informed decisions, and prepare for potential changes in water behavior as they relate to seasonal patterns and extreme weather events.
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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