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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Two Forty-one Creek near Penticton Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Two Forty-one Creek near Penticton in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed okanagan
- Primary gauge 08NM241 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Two Forty-one Creek near Penticton
Two Forty-one Creek - a gentle waterway in the Okanagan.
Two Forty-one Creek, located near Penticton, BC, is a modest stream within the Okanagan watershed. Serving as a tributary to its peers, it brings essential water to the region, which is known for its dynamic seasonal transitions influenced by mountain hydrology. The creek is fed primarily by snowmelt, making its flow particularly robust during the freshet period from May through July, as the snowpack disappears in warmer temperatures.
The watershed context
The Okanagan watershed encompasses a variety of creeks and streams, including notable counterparts like B.x. Creek and Belgo Creek. With a drainage area of roughly 5.16 square kilometers above the station, Two Forty-one Creek interacts closely with its neighboring water bodies, contributing to the broader hydrological dynamics of the region. The Okanagan area is characterized by its mountain-fed systems, which often maintain elevation through the summer months due to glacier contributions in other parts of the watershed.
The typical seasonal rhythm means that while Two Forty-one Creek is lively in spring and early summer, it may experience natural declines in flow later in the year due to evaporation and reduced inflow. This cyclical pattern plays a vital role in supporting local ecosystems, providing necessary water for both wildlife and human activities.
Why the data matters here
Data from the Two Forty-one Creek monitoring station (08NM241) is crucial, especially with over 41 years of historical records available. The real-time readings provide essential insights into the creek's current state and how it compares to historical patterns. Today’s reading is measured against the median for this calendar day, allowing observers to grasp the context of current flows more effectively than raw elevation numbers alone. The Water Survey of Canada oversees this station, ensuring reliable information for those interested in managing water resources, whether for agriculture, fishing, or simply enjoying the beautiful Okanagan landscape.
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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