Norman Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Norman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 51.4 N,1 20.052 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.856667
  • Longitude: -1.334200
Wreck Depth 3.4 m
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORMAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Sonar Length 40
Sonar Width 8.61
Shadow Height 3.1
Tonnage 512
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 10, 1881
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Jun 1, 2018

Surveying Details

HH100/351/15 7.10.99 THE REMAINS LIE ON ROCKY GROUND INTERMINGLED WITH PATCHES OF SAND. VERY LITTLE RECOGNISABLE EXCEPT THE BATTERED BOILER, A FEW PIECES OF SCATTERED IRON AND THE PROPELLER WHICH HALF PROTRUDES OUT OF A PATCH OF SAND AND ROCK. (R YOUNG). INS A FOUL. BR STD. SEP 2018/000017129 1.6.18 EXAM'D 12.01.18; LOCATED BY M/B CONSIDERED TO BE PART OF ROCKY OUTCROP. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY, HI 1543). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1854 AT ROTHERHYDE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MESSERS BREMER, BENNETT & BREMER OF LONDON. SINGLE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. 60 HP. MACHINER BUILT BY SUMMER'S & DAY LTD OF SOUTHAMPTON. STRANDED IN GOOD WEATHER. CREW RECOVERED. PASSAGE DANZIG TO STOCKTON-ON-TEES. CARGO WHEAT.

General Comments

FULLY RIGGED

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 51.4 N,1 20.052 W
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FAQ

Where is the NORMAN wreck located?

The NORMAN wreck is located at coordinates 54 51.4 N,1 20.052 W.

How deep is the NORMAN and where exactly is it located?

The NORMAN lies at a depth of about 3.4 meters and is located at coordinates 54 51.4 N,1 20.052 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORMAN?

The seabed around the NORMAN lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the NORMAN sink?

The NORMAN sank on Jun 10, 1881.

When was the wreck of the NORMAN discovered?

The wreck of the NORMAN was discovered in 1999.

What country did the NORMAN belong to?

The NORMAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NORMAN carrying?

The NORMAN was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the NORMAN?

The NORMAN had a tonnage of 512 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORMAN?

The NORMAN is classified as a steam ship.

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