Nicolaas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nicolaas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 14.95 N,3 26.42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.249167
  • Longitude: 3.440333
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NICOLAAS
Type trawler
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 12, 1920
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 29, 2004

Surveying Details

H4213/20 15.6.20 REPD SUNK 53M ENE OF SMITH'S KNOLL LTV, IN 531500N, 032630E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). INS AS WK (OLD SYMBOL). - NM 1027/20. H7741/26 3.12.26 AMEND TO DWPA (1920). NES 1408 & 2182A. H2062/71 15.12.71 DELETED. - NM 793/72. 30.6.72 SHOWN ON DANISH FISH CHART 5302 [1965 EDN]. 11.7.89 UNCHARTED RECORD, NO NAME, IN 531500N, 032630E. (NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS - JAN'88 EDN - NO.K14 998). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

MAY HAVE BEEN LOST AFTER STRIKING A SUBMERGED WK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 14.95 N,3 26.42 E
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FAQ

Where is the NICOLAAS wreck located?

The NICOLAAS wreck is located at coordinates 53 14.95 N,3 26.42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NICOLAAS?

The seabed around the NICOLAAS lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the NICOLAAS sink?

The NICOLAAS sank on Jun 12, 1920.

When was the wreck of the NICOLAAS discovered?

The wreck of the NICOLAAS was discovered in 1920.

What country did the NICOLAAS belong to?

The NICOLAAS belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the NICOLAAS?

The NICOLAAS is classified as a trawler.

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