RIVeR: From Video to Flow Data, Simplified

Straightforward Water Monitoring

RIVeR turns videos into water flow data. No coding. No complicated setup. Just a simple tool that works.

What Makes RIVeR Different

RIVeR is an open-source toolkit for measuring water flow from video footage, designed with simplicity at its core. Record flowing water, follow the guided workflow, and get reliable measurements without the traditional complexity.

Why People Choose RIVeR

Clear, Guided Process

RIVeR walks you through each step with an intuitive interface. Smart defaults mean you can get results without adjusting settings, while still having full control when you need it.

No Technical Barriers

You don’t need programming knowledge or specialized training. The visual interface handles everything for beginners, while advanced users still have the flexibility to customize as needed.

Works With Regular Cameras

Use footage from:

  • Smartphones
  • Drones
  • Fixed cameras
  • Any decent video of flowing water

Open Source

RIVeR is completely open-source under the AGPL-3.0 license. This means:

  • Free to use and modify
  • Community-supported development
  • Transparent operation
  • Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux

Simple Workflows for Different Scenarios

Drone/UAV Recording

Measure flow from above with aerial footage, ideal for quick assessments or hard-to-reach locations.

Riverbank Recording

Use recordings taken from riverbanks or bridges for regular monitoring without specialized equipment.

Fixed Station Setup

Establish permanent monitoring stations for continuous data collection and trend analysis.

Each workflow follows the same straightforward path:

  1. Upload your video
  2. Select your measurement area
  3. Let RIVeR process the data
  4. View and export your results

Practical Features

  • Multilingual support (🇺🇸English, 🇦🇷Spanish, 🇫🇷French)
  • One-click frame extraction from videos
  • Clear visualization of results
  • Multi Cross-sectional flow analysis
  • Automatic report generation

Getting Started

For Everyone:

Download ready-to-use software for Windows, Mac, or Linux and start measuring water flow immediately—no programming required.

For Developers:

git clone https://github.com/oruscam/RIVeR.git
cd RIVeR
pip install -e .

Community-Driven Development

Originally created in 2015, RIVeR has evolved through feedback from real users. We’ve rebuilt it using Python and modern web technologies to make it accessible to everyone – not just technical specialists.

Join a growing community of water professionals, researchers, and organizations using RIVeR for practical monitoring solutions.

GitHub Repository

Ready to Try It?

Download RIVeR today and see how simple water monitoring can be.

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