Historical gauging station: This station has no recent measurements. These values do not describe current conditions. Check the latest measurement date before using the data.
Station details
TypePrivat, pålagt
OwnerSunnhordland Kraftlag AS - Etnevassdraget, Stasjonsdrift
Elevation above sea level626 m
River systemEtnevassdraget
Catchment area32.98 km²
Regulationregulert m/magasinregulering
Coordinates59.6602°N, 6.1177°E
Active since30 November 1923
Latest data (NVE)31 December 2019
Aquatic environment
Water bodySørelva
Ecological statusHigh
Chemical statusNot classified
🎣 Fishing
Fish speciesbrown trout, grayling, Arctic char, whitefish
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Did you know …
- The station measures water level in Sørelva (river system: Etnevassdraget).
- The station's catchment covers 33 km² and reaches 1,123 metres above sea level at its highest point.
- The catchment is 75% 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 1950.
- The ecological status of the water body is classified as High: the best status under the EU Water Framework Directive.
- Brown trout, grayling, Arctic char, whitefish 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 mountain Bordfjellet rises near the station.
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.