Nimrod Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nimrod Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 49.225 N,1 32.89 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.820417
  • Longitude: 1.548167
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NIMROD
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 6, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.7.75 7.1975 AGROUND NEAR HAPPISBURGH. (LL 7.7.75). POSN 524912N, 013300E FOR FILING ONLY. H1952/80 21.1.83 H1952/80 21.1.83 NOTHING FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH. PROBABLY BROKEN UP OR SALVED. (SOISS, HI 22). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 16, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE HUMBER FOR LOWESTOFT. RAN AGROUND NEAR HAPPISBURGH AND ABANDONED. SIX CREW SCRAMBLED ASHORE. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 49.225 N,1 32.89 E
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FAQ

Where is the NIMROD wreck located?

The NIMROD wreck is located at coordinates 52 49.225 N,1 32.89 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NIMROD?

The seabed around the NIMROD lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the NIMROD sink?

The NIMROD sank on Jul 6, 1975.

When was the wreck of the NIMROD discovered?

The wreck of the NIMROD was discovered in 1975.

What country did the NIMROD belong to?

The NIMROD belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the NIMROD?

The NIMROD is classified as a motor vessel.