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
OwnerØST-TELEMARKENS BRUKSEIERFORENING
Elevation above sea level1120 m
River systemSkiensvassdraget
Catchment area273.53 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates60.0895°N, 8.2830°E
Active since23 June 1914
Latest data (NVE)6 January 2016
Aquatic environment
Water bodyMårvatn bekkefelt
Ecological statusHigh
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Mår (river system: Skiensvassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 274 km² and reaches 1,464 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 75% mountain terrain. Snowmelt in spring is a major driver of the discharge here.
- The river system is regulated for hydropower with 1 reservoir. It was first regulated in 2002.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as High: the best status under the EU Water Framework Directive.
- Brown trout have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- The mountain Nosaskard rises near the station.
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.