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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerSKS PRODUKSJON AS
Elevation above sea level649 m
River systemBeiarelva
Catchment area14.77 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates66.9530°N, 14.3305°E
Active since30 January 1986
Latest data (NVE)25 July 2026
Historical records
Highest water level645.2 m23 August 2025
Aquatic environment
Water bodySokumåga
Ecological statusNot applicable
Chemical statusGood
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesArctic char
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Sokumåga (river system: Beiarelva).
- The station's catchment covers 15 km² and reaches 1,103 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 68% 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.
- Arctic char have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- The mountain Brattfjellet 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.