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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerÅ ENERGI VANNKRAFT AS
Elevation above sea level691 m
River systemOtra
Catchment area51.23 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates58.9547°N, 7.7852°E
Active since6 June 1994
Latest data (NVE)25 July 2026
Historical records
Highest water level689.65 m11 September 2024
Aquatic environment
Water bodyHovassåni
Ecological statusNot applicable
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, minnow
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Hovassåni (river system: Otra).
- The station's catchment covers 51 km² and reaches 977 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The river system is regulated for hydropower with 1 reservoir. It was first regulated in 1971.
- Brown trout, minnow 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 old settlement site Bjørntveit.
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.