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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Upper Babocomari River near Huachuca City Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Upper Babocomari River near Huachuca City in AZ, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AZ, United States
- Watershed upper san pedro
- Primary gauge 09471380 (USGS)
About Upper Babocomari River near Huachuca City
Upper Babocomari River - a vital flow in the Upper San Pedro watershed.
The Upper Babocomari River, nestled near Huachuca City in Arizona, plays a crucial role in the water dynamics of the Upper San Pedro watershed. This river, which extends through a predominantly arid environment, is subject to the region's unique hydrological patterns, driven largely by the seasonal rhythms of summer monsoon thunderstorms and winter storms, capturing the essence of the arid Southwest.
The watershed context
The Upper Babocomari River serves a drainage area of approximately 158 square miles, capturing runoff from a variety of smaller streams and channels that can run dry between significant weather events. This river stands among notable peers including the Babocomari River near Tombstone and San Pedro at Lewis Springs. The interplay of seasonal rain and snowmelt creates a dynamic that is essential for both ecological balance and water availability for the surrounding communities.
As summer approaches, the monsoon season can lead to flash floods, dramatically transforming the river's flow in a matter of moments. Conversely, winter brings the potential for high-country snowmelt, further contributing to the river’s volume. This stark contrast exemplifies how vital precipitation is for maintaining the lifeblood of the Upper Babocomari River and its neighbors.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring the Upper Babocomari River is integral to understanding the local water resources and managing flood risks. The USGS provides valuable data on the river's discharge, allowing for timely assessments of water levels and flow conditions. Today’s reading is significant when compared to the median for this date across the historical records, which span over 26 years. This perspective goes beyond mere elevation figures, offering insights into how current conditions align with historical trends, critical for cottagers, anglers, and anyone involved in agriculture or environmental stewardship in the region.
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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