St Chad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
St chad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
66 21 N,23 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 66.350000
  • Longitude: -23.200000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ST CHAD
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 50.3 m
Width 9.1 m
Tonnage 575
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 30, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details RAN AGROUND AT RITUR HOOK. (LL 211 & 212). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 27.11.08 NOT SHOWN ON BA 2898 [EDN 1 DTD 22.5.08, 1:300,000, MODIFIED REPRO OF ICELANDIC INT 1104]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 27, 2008

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND DURING HEAVY BLIZZARD AT RITUR HOOK, ENTRANCE TO ISAFJORD. HOLED IN ENGINE ROOM. CREW OF 20 RECOVERED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 66 21 N,23 12 W
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FAQ

Where is the ST CHAD wreck located?

The ST CHAD wreck is located at coordinates 66 21 N,23 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ST CHAD?

The seabed around the ST CHAD lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the ST CHAD sink?

The ST CHAD sank on Mar 30, 1973.

When was the wreck of the ST CHAD discovered?

The wreck of the ST CHAD was discovered in 1973.

What country did the ST CHAD belong to?

The ST CHAD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ST CHAD?

The ST CHAD had a tonnage of 575 tons.

What type of wreck is the ST CHAD?

The ST CHAD is classified as a trawler.