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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Waikamoi Str above Kula PL intake near Olinda, Maui Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Waikamoi Str above Kula PL intake near Olinda, Maui in HI, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location HI, United States
- Watershed maui
- Primary gauge 16552800 (USGS)
About Waikamoi Str above Kula PL intake near Olinda, Maui
Waikamoi Stream - A vital mountain stream on Maui.
Located on the lush island of Maui, Waikamoi Stream flows just above the Kula Power Light intake near Olinda. This stream is a crucial part of the broader Maui watershed, where tributaries and small streams converge to nourish the landscape. Given Maui's tropical island hydrology, this stream responds rapidly to rainfall, leading to potential flash floods for those in the vicinity.
The watershed context
The Waikamoi Stream is part of a dynamic network of waterways in Maui, a region characterized by steep basins that can experience significant fluctuations in water level due to sudden rainstorms. Flash floods can develop within minutes to hours, influenced by trade winds and Kona storms. The area is surrounded by several other streams, including Haipuaena Stream and Hanawi Stream, which further enrich the hydrology and ecology of the island. With a drainage area of approximately 2.5 square miles upstream of this station, Waikamoi Stream plays an essential role in managing precipitation runoff and maintaining the habitat within its ecosystems.
Why the data matters here
Real-time hydrological data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) provides vital insights into the stream's behavior, particularly during rainfall events. Monitoring the stream level not only alerts residents to potential flooding risks but also aids in understanding the ecological health and flow dynamics of Waikamoi Stream. Today’s reading compared to the median for this calendar day over the last sixteen years reveals crucial information about water levels. Assessing the current measurement in relation to historical data helps to understand whether the stream is experiencing typical conditions or significant anomalies. This context is essential for local stakeholders, including residents, cottagers, and environmental researchers, making the data from Waikamoi Stream invaluable.
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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