Canis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Canis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 49.97 N,4 16.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.832833
  • Longitude: 4.281667
Water Depth 400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CANIS
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 526
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1917
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 26.2.80 NDW PA IN 605000N, 041700E, PRESUMED TO BE NORWEGIAN 'CANIS'. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). NCA. 19.6.95 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK 20M W OF HOLMENGRAA, NORWAY. (LL WWI). GIVES POSN 605000N, 035800E. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE TYNE FOR BERGEN. SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE IN THE NORTH SEA. (LL WWI).

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FAQ

Where is the CANIS wreck located?

The CANIS wreck is located at coordinates 60 49.97 N,4 16.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CANIS?

The seabed around the CANIS lies at approximately 400 meters deep.

When did the CANIS sink?

The CANIS sank on Jul 30, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CANIS discovered?

The wreck of the CANIS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CANIS belong to?

The CANIS belonged to NO.

What cargo was the CANIS carrying?

The CANIS was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CANIS?

The CANIS had a tonnage of 526 tons.

What type of wreck is the CANIS?

The CANIS is classified as a steam ship.

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