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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Vernon Creek at Swalwell Park Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Vernon Creek at Swalwell Park in Canada, BC, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, BC, Canada
- Watershed okanagan
- Primary gauge 08NM250 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Vernon Creek at Swalwell Park
Vernon Creek - A lively waterway in the heart of the Okanagan.
Nestled within the Okanagan region of British Columbia, Vernon Creek at Swalwell Park flows through a notable watershed characterized by its mountain hydrology. This vibrant creek plays an important role in sustaining the local ecosystem and providing essential resources for nearby communities.
The watershed context
Vernon Creek drains an area of approximately 146 square kilometres, gathering water from its surrounding landscape. The creek and its peers, such as B.x. Creek and Coldstream Creek, contribute to the interconnected waterways of the Okanagan. The seasonal rhythms of British Columbia’s mountain hydrology heavily influence this waterway, where snowmelt drives freshet between May and July. As temperatures rise, the infusion of meltwater nourishes the creek, ensuring a robust flow throughout this dynamic season.
Why the data matters here
Today's gauge reading provides valuable insight into the creek's current state. As of now, the water elevation is measured against statistical medians collected by the Water Survey of Canada over the last year. This comparison is crucial as it reflects the water's relative health and fluctuating conditions, which can be affected by various factors including snowpack levels and local rainfall. Monitoring these changes is essential for managing the creek's resources and understanding its impact on the surrounding environment.
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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