Vestjyden Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vestjyden Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 5 N,4 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.083333
  • Longitude: 4.466667
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VESTJYDEN
Type fishing vessel
Flag DK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1974
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 17, 2005

Surveying Details

21.4.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 570500N, 042800E. (CASUALTY RETURN TO JAN 1975). 1.7.75 INS AS WK USC 35MTRS. NC 272. 19.2.76 NOT SHOWN ON NC 272. FALLS IN SOURCE DATA DIAGRAM. H4502/75 20.7.77 WK, BELEIVED TO BE 'VESTJYDEN', LOCATED IN 570110.9N, 043321.03E [EUR] BY DECCA SURVEY LTD. [SEE 026900026/32797]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

13.12.74 MACHINERY DAMAGE, ASSISTED, SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK IN THE NORTH SEA. (LL, 13.12.74).

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FAQ

Where is the VESTJYDEN wreck located?

The VESTJYDEN wreck is located at coordinates 57 5 N,4 28 E.

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

The VESTJYDEN lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 57 5 N,4 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VESTJYDEN?

The seabed around the VESTJYDEN lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the VESTJYDEN sink?

The VESTJYDEN sank on Jun 8, 1974.

When was the wreck of the VESTJYDEN discovered?

The wreck of the VESTJYDEN was discovered in 1974.

What country did the VESTJYDEN belong to?

The VESTJYDEN belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the VESTJYDEN?

The VESTJYDEN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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