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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Wf Olsen Bay C near Cordova AK Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Wf Olsen Bay C near Cordova AK in AK, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location AK, United States
- Watershed eastern prince william sound
- Primary gauge 15219000 (USGS)
About Wf Olsen Bay C near Cordova AK
Wf Olsen Bay C - a flowing tributary of the Eastern Prince William Sound.
Nestled in the heart of Alaska, Wf Olsen Bay C near Cordova is a vital component of the Eastern Prince William Sound watershed. This small river, which drains roughly 20 square kilometres, weaves its way through a landscape marked by glacial influences and subarctic conditions, making it an important hydrological feature in the region.
The watershed context
The Eastern Prince William Sound is characterized by its rugged coastline and its intricate network of waterways, including several peers such as Lowe River and Mineral Creek. These rivers and creeks collectively contribute to the unique water dynamics of the area, where spring meltwater and seasonal snowmelt create fluctuations in flow. During spring, Wf Olsen Bay C can experience high water levels, particularly as ice breaks up, often resulting in flooding that shapes the surrounding environment.
In contrast, winter flows are low, commonly exacerbated by ice cover. As is typical in subarctic regions, this river's flow is significantly impacted by seasonal changes, with distinct differences evident during the winter months.
Why the data matters here
Understanding the flow data from Wf Olsen Bay C provides valuable insights into the river's health and its role within the broader watershed. Today's reading from the USGS gauge at this location not only reflects current conditions but also allows for comparisons against a median for this calendar day over the river's historical record spanning more than 50 years. This comparative analysis is crucial, as it highlights deviations from normal patterns, which can signify changes in environmental conditions, such as climate impacts or variations in precipitation. Monitoring this data helps ensure the ecological integrity of the watershed and supports local wildlife and habitats that depend on its waters.
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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