Norseman Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Norseman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 5 N,128 33 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.083333
  • Longitude: -128.550000
Water Depth 275 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORSEMAN
Type fishing vessel
Flag US
Tonnage 197
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.6.78 STRANDED ON ROCK PINNACLE OFF GRIFFEN POINT, & LATER SANK IN 150FMS. (LL, 21/22.6.78). POSN APPROX 530500N, 1283300W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 13, 2009

Circumstances of loss

19.6.78 RAN AGROUND ON A ROCK PINNACLE IN SWANSON BAY, 90M S OF PRINCE RUPERT, ON 19.6.78. FLOATED OFF ON RISING TIDE THE FOLLOWING DAY & SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NORSEMAN wreck located?

The NORSEMAN wreck is located at coordinates 53 5 N,128 33 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORSEMAN?

The seabed around the NORSEMAN lies at approximately 275 meters deep.

When did the NORSEMAN sink?

The NORSEMAN sank on Jun 20, 1978.

When was the wreck of the NORSEMAN discovered?

The wreck of the NORSEMAN was discovered in 1978.

What country did the NORSEMAN belong to?

The NORSEMAN belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the NORSEMAN?

The NORSEMAN had a tonnage of 197 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORSEMAN?

The NORSEMAN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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