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Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerSIRA KVINA KRAFTSELSKAP
Elevation above sea level306 m
River systemSira
Catchment area27.5 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates58.4897°N, 6.7731°E
Active since30 January 1970
Latest data (NVE)26 October 2026
Historical records
Highest water level1.68 m21 September 2023
Highest discharge17.67 m³/s21 September 2023
Aquatic environment
Water bodyGylandselva bekkefelt
Ecological statusModerate
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, Arctic char
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level and discharge in Espetveitåni (river system: Sira).
- The station's catchment covers 28 km² and reaches 650 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The mean discharge here is 13.75 m³/s, based on 55 years of measurements.
- The river system is regulated for hydropower with 1 reservoir. It was first regulated in 2020.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as Moderate: somewhat affected by human activity.
- 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 station is near the farm Seljord.
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.