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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerÅ ENERGI VANNKRAFT AS
Elevation above sea level770 m
River systemMandalselva
Catchment area28.59 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates58.7925°N, 7.3150°E
Active since30 May 1994
Latest data (NVE)25 July 2026
Historical records
Highest water level771.42 m26 August 2023
Aquatic environment
Water bodyLjosåni
Ecological statusGood
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Ljosåni (river system: Mandalselva).
- The station's catchment covers 29 km² and reaches 1,040 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 77% 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 1997.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as Good: within the EU water quality target.
- Brown trout have been recorded in this inland river system within about 5 km of the gauging station, based on Artskart data from Artsdatabanken.
- The nearest church is Ljosland kapell.
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.