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, pålagt
OwnerSTATKRAFT SF
Elevation above sea level691 m
River systemSkiensvassdraget
Catchment area26.06 km²
RegulationRegulert m/magasinregulering og overføringer
Coordinates59.6477°N, 7.8915°E
Active since1 October 1992
Latest data (NVE)6 January 2016
Aquatic environment
Water bodyVinjevatn og Kåvsåi bekkefelt
Ecological statusHigh
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, grayling, Arctic char, whitefish
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Kåvsåi (river system: Skiensvassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 26 km² and reaches 1,281 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 76% 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 1964.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as High: the best status under the EU Water Framework Directive.
- 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 Hovden.
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.