Graafjeld Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Graafjeld Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 7.014 N,0 0.105 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.116900
  • Longitude: -0.001750
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRAAFJELD
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 728
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 15, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 13, 2011

Surveying Details

MINED 3 MILES E FLAMBROUGH HEAD. (LL WW1). 10.2.24 [NO DATE] WK [OLD SYMBOL] SHOWN [POSN NOT STATED] ON CHARTS PRIOR TO 10.2.24. 10.4.24 AMEND TO DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NE 1190, 1191. H3752/26 11.6.26 AMEND TO NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) 1.6.09 DATA RE-ASSESSED. ABOVE DETAILS FOR GRAAFJELD TRANSFERRED FROM [6483], NOW BELEIVED TO BE MANCHESTER ENGINEER. (CARL RACEY E-MAIL 29.5.09) PREVIOUS POSN WAS 54 05.367N, 0001.883E. LL WW1 INFORMATION GIVES POSN 5407.00N, 0000.0E FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF STEEL IN 1890. NORWEGIAN FLAG. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE AALESUND FOR HULL. CARGO HERRINGS. STRUCK MINE LAID BY UC-43. CREW OF 8 LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the GRAAFJELD wreck located?

The GRAAFJELD wreck is located at coordinates 54 7.014 N,0 0.105 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GRAAFJELD?

The seabed around the GRAAFJELD lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the GRAAFJELD sink?

The GRAAFJELD sank on Jan 15, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GRAAFJELD discovered?

The wreck of the GRAAFJELD was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GRAAFJELD belong to?

The GRAAFJELD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the GRAAFJELD carrying?

The GRAAFJELD was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the GRAAFJELD?

The GRAAFJELD had a tonnage of 728 tons.

What type of wreck is the GRAAFJELD?

The GRAAFJELD is classified as a steam ship.

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