Nordstrand Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nordstrand Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 30.01 N,0 36.102 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.500167
  • Longitude: -0.601700
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORDSTRAND
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 82.3 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1939
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details WRECKED 0.75M NE OF WHITBY PIERS. (DODS). POSN 543000N, 003600W FOR FILING ONLY. SEP2017/000002822 28.4.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI 1491). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 28, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1891 BY RICHARDSON, DUCK & CO., 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, 2 BOILERS. SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE TYNE TO ROUEN, AFTER GROUNDING 0.75M NE OF WHITBY PIERS. CREW OF 26 RESCUED. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF BRITISH ISLES, DODS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 30.01 N,0 36.102 W
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FAQ

Where is the NORDSTRAND wreck located?

The NORDSTRAND wreck is located at coordinates 54 30.01 N,0 36.102 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORDSTRAND?

The seabed around the NORDSTRAND lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the NORDSTRAND sink?

The NORDSTRAND sank on Mar 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the NORDSTRAND discovered?

The wreck of the NORDSTRAND was discovered in 1918.

What country did the NORDSTRAND belong to?

The NORDSTRAND belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NORDSTRAND carrying?

The NORDSTRAND was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the NORDSTRAND?

The NORDSTRAND had a tonnage of 1939 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORDSTRAND?

The NORDSTRAND is classified as a steam ship.