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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerNORDKRAFT AS
Elevation above sea level269 m
River systemStorelva
Catchment area134.68 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates68.4964°N, 17.7786°E
Active since1 January 1995
Latest data (NVE)25 July 2026
Historical records
Highest water level273.42 m1 December 2022
Aquatic environment
Water bodyHøgvatnet
Ecological statusHigh
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, Arctic char
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in elv fra Høgvatnet (river system: Storelva).
- The station's catchment covers 135 km² and reaches 1,406 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 58% mountain terrain. Snowmelt in spring is a major driver of the discharge here.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as High: the best status under the EU Water Framework Directive.
- Brown trout, 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 Haugfjell 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.