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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WILD HORSE RES NR GOLD CR Water Level
Live lake level, flow, historical records and forecast for WILD HORSE RES NR GOLD CR in NV, United States, built from official government gauge data.
- Location NV, United States
- Watershed upper owyhee
- Primary gauge 13174000 (USGS)
About WILD HORSE RES NR GOLD CR
Wild Horse Reservoir - A serene body of water nestled in the Upper Owyhee watershed.
Wild Horse Reservoir, located near Gold Creek in Nevada, serves as a key feature of the Upper Owyhee watershed. This man-made lake plays a crucial role in the hydrology of the region, which is shaped by the arid Great Basin climate. Here, mountain snowmelt contributes to seasonal changes in the water levels, particularly during the spring months, while the summer thunderstorms can lead to localized flash flooding events.
The watershed context
The Upper Owyhee watershed encompasses roughly 209 square miles, providing a catchment that collects and channels water from surrounding terrains into Wild Horse Reservoir. While this area is characterized by its arid landscape, the reservoir helps retain water that contributes to the local ecosystem and supports the varied activities dependent on its resources, including agriculture and recreation.
Nearby, the reservoir is complemented by other water bodies such as the Ef Owyhee River at Crutcher Crossing and the Owyhee River near Gold Creek, creating a network of waterways that are important for both environmental and economic purposes. These connections highlight the interdependent nature of water in this region, where conservation and careful management are essential.
Why the data matters here
Today’s reading at Wild Horse Reservoir is collected by the U.S. Geological Survey, which tracks various hydrological data points to offer insights into water levels and fluctuating conditions. By comparing today's elevation against the median for this calendar day across 18 years of historical data, we get a clearer picture of how current conditions measure up within a broader context. This analysis provides valuable information, not only for water management and ecological health, but also for residents and visitors who rely on this crucial resource year-round.
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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