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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Whites Creek at Old Virginia Road near Reno Water Level
Live river level, flow, historical records and forecast for Whites Creek at Old Virginia Road near Reno in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed truckee
- Primary gauge 10349770 (USGS)
About Whites Creek at Old Virginia Road near Reno
Whites Creek - A seasonal flow influenced by mountain weather.
Whites Creek, situated near Reno, Nevada, is a smaller river that reflects the unique hydrology of the arid Great Basin. Nestled within the Truckee watershed, this waterway comes alive with seasonal cycles that are shaped primarily by mountain snowmelt and local rainfall events. With a drainage area of approximately 11.5 square miles above the station, it plays an essential role in contributing to the hydrological dynamics of the region.
Why the data matters here
Monitoring at Whites Creek provides valuable insights into the local watershed's health and behavior. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) station collects discharge data, allowing water watchers and local stakeholders to keep an eye on streamflow conditions. Reliable data is particularly crucial during spring and summer when snowmelt peaks and thunderstorms can trigger sudden changes in flow. With four years of record data available, users can analyze current measurements against historical trends, revealing patterns that are essential for managing water resources effectively.
Today's reading is integral when compared to the median for this calendar day over the station's history. It provides context and clarity, as understanding daily flows against historical norms reveals the influences of immediate weather patterns and longer-term climatic shifts. An accurate flow measurement ensures that everyone from farmers to cottagers can make informed decisions regarding their activities tied to water levels and stream conditions.
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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