Norsand Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Norsand Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 15.17 N,5 21.11 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.252833
  • Longitude: 5.351833
Water Depth 200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORSAND
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 56.4 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 492
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 3, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.10.78 SANK AT SMORSTAKK LT, KARMSUNDET AFTER GROUNDING. LIES IN 200MTRS. CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 4.10.78). POSN 591512N, 052112E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2015/000278428 6.1.16 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 17 [NOV 2015, COR TO 15.11.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2016

Circumstances of loss

4.10.78 GROUNDED & SANK AT SMORSTAKK LT IN KARMSUNDET, WHILST ON PASSAGE AARDAL FOR BERGEN. CREW OF 8 RESCUED. (LL, 4.10.78)

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FAQ

Where is the NORSAND wreck located?

The NORSAND wreck is located at coordinates 59 15.17 N,5 21.11 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NORSAND?

The seabed around the NORSAND lies at approximately 200 meters deep.

When did the NORSAND sink?

The NORSAND sank on Oct 3, 1978.

When was the wreck of the NORSAND discovered?

The wreck of the NORSAND was discovered in 1978.

What country did the NORSAND belong to?

The NORSAND belonged to NO.

What cargo was the NORSAND carrying?

The NORSAND was carrying sand.

What was the tonnage of the NORSAND?

The NORSAND had a tonnage of 492 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORSAND?

The NORSAND is classified as a motor vessel.

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