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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Victoria Lake Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for Victoria Lake in Canada, NL, Canada, built from official government gauge data.
- Location Canada, NL, Canada
- Watershed red indian lake
- Primary gauge 02YN005 (Water Survey of Canada)
About Victoria Lake
Victoria Lake - A natural heart within Red Indian Lake.
Victoria Lake is a notable body of water nestled within the expansive Red Indian Lake watershed in Newfoundland and Labrador. This region is characterized by its Atlantic hydrology, particularly influenced by spring snowmelt and seasonal rainfall, which creates rhythmic fluctuations in water levels. As lakes and bogs act as natural reservoirs, they moderate water flow and enhance the watershed's ecological vitality.
The watershed context
Victoria Lake is connected to a larger network of waterways that includes notable peers like the Lloyds River below King George IV Lake and Star Brook above Star Lake. The contributions of these water bodies enrich the area's aquatic ecosystem, fostering a diverse habitat that supports various fish and wildlife species. Draining roughly 1,060 square kilometres, the catchment above Victoria Lake helps manage runoff and maintain water levels throughout the year, delivering critical water resources to local ecological communities.
Newfoundland and Labrador experiences distinct seasonal patterns. Spring brings the annual freshet, influenced by melting snow, while fall and winter storms can generate rainfall floods. This dynamic hydrology shapes the landscapes and environments surrounding Victoria Lake, enhancing the lake's role as a key water resource for the region.
Why the data matters here
Understanding water levels at Victoria Lake is particularly important for those who rely on this ecosystem for recreational purposes and conservation efforts. The data collected at the Victoria Lake At Northeast Control Structure aids in monitoring the health of the lake and its surrounding environment.
Today's reading, when compared to the median for this calendar day over the last 22 years, provides valuable insights into current water levels and trends. The Water Survey of Canada stands behind this data, enabling users to grasp not just raw elevation figures, but the context of those numbers within a historical framework. Such analysis assists in identifying patterns, informing water management practices, and ensuring that the natural resources of Victoria Lake continue to thrive.
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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