Iris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Iris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 5.317 N,11 28.667 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.088617
  • Longitude: 11.477783
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name IRIS
Type schooner
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 1927
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H5091/20 19.7.20 WK IN 550518N, 112830E, MARKED BY BUOY WITH GREEN FLAG CLOSE SW. (DANISH NM 27/1441/20). INS WK [OLD SYMBOL] ON 326 & 2842A. H6480/20 11.9.20 POSN REVISED TO 550519N, 112840E. WK BUOY WITHDRAWN AS WK IS NO LONGER CONSIDERED DANGEROUS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMEND POSN & DELETE BUOY. BR STD. H1834/27 30.4.27 NO LONGER SHOWN ON DANISH CHARTS. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 23, 2009
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 5.317 N,11 28.667 E
Iris on Wreck Map Iris Wreck on Google Map

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the IRIS wreck located?

The IRIS wreck is located at coordinates 55 5.317 N,11 28.667 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IRIS?

The seabed around the IRIS lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the IRIS discovered?

The wreck of the IRIS was discovered in 1920.

What type of wreck is the IRIS?

The IRIS is classified as a schooner.