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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerØST-TELEMARKENS BRUKSEIERFORENING
Elevation above sea level1087 m
River systemSkiensvassdraget
Catchment area69.7 km²
RegulationUregulert
Coordinates60.0304°N, 8.3229°E
Active since1 January 1947
Latest data (NVE)25 July 2026
Historical records
Highest water level1084.4 m17 September 2024
Aquatic environment
Water bodyGøystvatn bekkefelt
Ecological statusGood
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, Arctic char, minnow
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Gøyst (river system: Skiensvassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 70 km² and reaches 1,490 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 ecological status of the water body is classified as Good: within the EU water quality target.
- Brown trout, Arctic char, minnow have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- The mountain Smørrakken 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.