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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerAust-Agder Energi Produksjon AS
Elevation above sea level224 m
River systemTovdalsvassdraget
Catchment area33.46 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates58.5396°N, 8.1637°E
Active since2 January 1961
Latest data (NVE)30 December 2025
Historical records
Highest water level222.81 m6 November 2023
Aquatic environment
Water bodyEngelsåna
Ecological statusGood
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, Arctic char, whitefish, perch
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Engelsåna (river system: Tovdalsvassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 33 km² and reaches 529 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 71% 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 1961.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as Good: within the EU water quality target.
- Brown trout, Arctic char, whitefish, perch and others have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- The station is near the farm Ås.
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.