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Station details
TypeForvaltningsstasjon
OwnerHH. Hydrologisk avd./Hydrometri
Elevation above sea level18 m
River systemArendalsvassdraget
Catchment area40.52 km²
RegulationUregulert
Coordinates58.4354°N, 8.7027°E
Active since21 October 1983
Latest data (NVE)26 October 2026
Historical records
Highest water level2.96 m26 November 2022
Highest discharge16.58 m³/s26 November 2022
Aquatic environment
Water bodyLilleelva
Ecological statusHigh
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesAtlantic salmon
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level and discharge in Lilleelva (river system: Arendalsvassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 41 km² and reaches 206 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 85% forest, which dampens runoff and gives a steadier discharge than in open mountain rivers.
- The mean discharge here is 12.17 m³/s, based on 29 years of measurements.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as High: the best status under the EU Water Framework Directive.
- The station is on a documented anadromous stretch used by salmon. Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) is listed as Near Threatened (NT) on the Norwegian Red List (2021). View in Lakseregisteret →
- Near the station is the old settlement site Munkestø.
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.