Remote water level monitoring for rivers, streams and other waterways, built for remote and hard-to-access sites.
Rivers and streams are the backbone of water supply, agriculture, ecosystems and flood risk. They are also spread across large, rugged and remote areas. River & Stream Monitoring from ToltHawk gives you dependable data from these locations without requiring someone to be present to read a gauge.
Traditional river gauging often means long drives, difficult terrain and unsafe banks, especially during high flow when data matters most. Fixed stations can be expensive to build and maintain, so many waterways go unmeasured. Without consistent data, it is hard to understand seasonal patterns, detect unusual changes or respond to developing problems.
ToltHawk sensors mount on bridges, banks or other suitable structures and measure water level remotely. Data is transmitted wirelessly, keeping even isolated locations connected where suitable coverage is available. By reducing the need for site visits, the system helps lower the operating burden and builds a record of how a waterway behaves through dry spells, heavy rain and snowmelt.
Collect water-level readings at the site, then review the latest conditions and historical trends remotely.
Select a bridge, bank or suitable structure with a clear view of the water surface and conditions appropriate for installation.
Install and configure the sensor for the location. Mounting method and hardware are selected to suit the site.
Water level is measured automatically and readings are transmitted wirelessly to the monitoring platform.
Use the dashboard to check current levels, review historical trends and receive configured alerts.
Monitor sites that are remote, steep or seasonally difficult to access.
Reduce trips, fuel use and the time required for routine manual readings.
Understand how water levels change across days, seasons and years.
Limit the need to approach the water’s edge during high flow or poor weather.
Upstream readings can help teams assess changing conditions that may affect downstream locations.
Review historical readings to identify seasonal patterns and unusual changes over time.
Monitor water-level changes across waterways that support communities, ecosystems and infrastructure.
Build consistent datasets across river and stream networks.
Study water-level patterns and changing ecosystem conditions.
Track source-water availability and changing conditions at intake areas.
Watch streams that may threaten roads, homes or farmland.
ToltHawk supports remote monitoring with wireless communication options that can include cellular, satellite and LoRaWAN, depending on the configuration and site coverage. Sensors are self-contained; confirm the power setup and expected service life with our team for your specific location.
Site suitability depends on the waterway, mounting position and measurement requirements. Placement is planned around the site and the water body.
Yes. Historical readings can be reviewed through the platform to help assess trends and support reporting.
Sensors can be mounted on bridges, banks or other suitable structures. The recommended mounting arrangement depends on site conditions; contact ToltHawk to discuss the installation details for your location.
We will help you plan a monitoring setup around your location and data needs.