Rhein Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Rhein Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 44.7 N,21 18.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.745000
  • Longitude: 21.303333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name RHEIN
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 24, 1958
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 1958
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H809/58 4.6.58 WENT ASHORE ON A SAND BAR & BROKE IN TWO IN 594700N, 212200E APPROX. (LLOYDS). H809/58 21.8.58 ST IN 594442N, 211812E APPROX. (E GERMAN NM 1740/58). NCA YET, NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY.
Last Amended Date Jan 13, 2010

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON A SAND BAR & BROKE IN TWO. (LLOYDS).

General Comments

BROKE IN TWO

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FAQ

Where is the RHEIN wreck located?

The RHEIN wreck is located at coordinates 59 44.7 N,21 18.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RHEIN?

The seabed around the RHEIN lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the RHEIN sink?

The RHEIN sank on Jan 24, 1958.

When was the wreck of the RHEIN discovered?

The wreck of the RHEIN was discovered in 1958.

What country did the RHEIN belong to?

The RHEIN belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the RHEIN?

The RHEIN is classified as a steam ship.

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