Historical gauging station: This station has no recent measurements. These values do not describe current conditions. Check the latest measurement date before using the data.
Station details
TypePrivat, ikke pålagt
OwnerORKLAND ENERGI AS
Elevation above sea level199 m
River systemOrkla
Catchment area41.36 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates63.1918°N, 9.5886°E
Active since26 July 1988
Latest data (NVE)31 December 2021
Historical records
Highest water level197.14 m24 November 2021
Aquatic environment
Water bodyVorma øvre del
Ecological statusGood
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, grayling, Arctic char, whitefish
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Vorma (river system: Orkla).
- The station's catchment covers 41 km² and reaches 632 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 62% forest, which dampens runoff and gives a steadier discharge than in open mountain rivers.
- The river system is regulated for hydropower with 1 reservoir. It was first regulated in 1939.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as Good: within the EU water quality target.
- Brown trout, grayling, Arctic char, whitefish and others have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- Near the station is the old settlement site Maligarden.
What does Vannkart.no show?
Vannkart.no displays measurements from NVE’s national gauging network. Data comes from NVE HydAPI with historical percentiles (p25/p50/p75), showing how levels compare with the seasonal norm.
How to use the measurements
These data can help plan fishing, paddling and outdoor activities. When flooding is possible, always follow official warnings from varsom.no. Measurements may be delayed and should never be the sole basis for critical decisions.
Data sources: Hydrology: NVE HydAPI. Weather: Yr / met.no. Data may be delayed. Vannkart.no is not affiliated with NVE or the Norwegian Meteorological Institute.