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
OwnerLYSVATN AS
Elevation above sea level369 m
River systemSpilderelva
Catchment area14.12 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates66.8860°N, 13.8387°E
Active since4 April 1965
Latest data (NVE)30 November 2022
Historical records
Highest water level2.03 m7 May 2022
Aquatic environment
Water bodyLysvasselva
Ecological statusNot applicable
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, grayling, Arctic char, whitefish
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Lysvasselva (river system: Spilderelva).
- The station's catchment covers 14 km² and reaches 1,051 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 48% 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 1963.
- 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 waterfall Lysvassfossen.
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.