Bollsta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bollsta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 7.97 N,3 45.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.132833
  • Longitude: 3.765000
Water Depth 290 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOLLSTA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1701
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SANK 37M W OF MARSTENEN. (LL WW1). POSN FOR FILING: 600800N, 034600E IN GEN DEPTH 290MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, PART OF CONVOY WHICH DISPERSED WHEN ATTACKED BY GERMAN DESTROYERS, WAS SUNK BY GUNFIRE. PASSAGE FROM TYNE TO CHRISTIANIA. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the BOLLSTA wreck located?

The BOLLSTA wreck is located at coordinates 60 7.97 N,3 45.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOLLSTA?

The seabed around the BOLLSTA lies at approximately 290 meters deep.

When did the BOLLSTA sink?

The BOLLSTA sank on Dec 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BOLLSTA discovered?

The wreck of the BOLLSTA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BOLLSTA belong to?

The BOLLSTA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BOLLSTA carrying?

The BOLLSTA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BOLLSTA?

The BOLLSTA had a tonnage of 1701 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOLLSTA?

The BOLLSTA is classified as a steam ship.

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