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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerSKAGERAK KRAFT AS
Elevation above sea level749 m
River systemSkiensvassdraget
Catchment area23 km²
RegulationRegulert m/magasinregulering og overføringer
Coordinates59.6518°N, 8.6029°E
Active since6 January 1961
Latest data (NVE)25 July 2026
Historical records
Highest water level748.36 m18 July 2024
Aquatic environment
Water bodyVangsåi
Ecological statusGood
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, Arctic char, perch
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Vangsåi (river system: Skiensvassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 23 km² and reaches 1,043 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 68% 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 1958.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as Good: within the EU water quality target.
- Brown trout, Arctic char, perch have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- The mountain Gaulåsnuten 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.