Elfi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elfi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 31.817 N,20 57.95 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.530283
  • Longitude: 20.965833
Wreck Depth 4.3 m
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name ELFI
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 2016

Surveying Details

H8952/20 18.12.20 POSN APPROX 563145N, 205800E, IN S ENTRANCE TO LIBAU HBR. (SNO BALTIC) INS WK [OLD SYMBOL]. H7320/23 24.10.23 STEEL STEAMER ELFI, IN 563149N, 205757E, OR 203FT FROM S PIER HD. LEAST DEPTH 14FT IN GEN DEPTH 29FT. HULL, DECK, HATCHES, ENGINE, FORE & AFT PARTS BLOWN UP. PROPELLER & PATENT ANCHOR REMAIN UNDAMAGED. (BRITISH CONSULATE, RIGA, B.O.T MEMO 16773) AMEND TO WK 14FT IN NEW POSN. BA 1770. [NO DATE] NO LONGER CHARTED. AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2016/000175581 9.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON LATVIAN 3700. (EDN 3, COR TO 10.6.16). CONFIRMED DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the ELFI wreck located?

The ELFI wreck is located at coordinates 56 31.817 N,20 57.95 E.

How deep is the ELFI and where exactly is it located?

The ELFI lies at a depth of about 4.3 meters and is located at coordinates 56 31.817 N,20 57.95 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELFI?

The seabed around the ELFI lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ELFI discovered?

The wreck of the ELFI was discovered in 1920.

What type of wreck is the ELFI?

The ELFI is classified as a steam ship.

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