Whestschelde Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Whestschelde Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
64 34.99 N,11 3.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 64.583167
  • Longitude: 11.065000
Water Depth 463 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WHESTSCHELDE
Type motor vessel
Length 56.1 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 299
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 5, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.12.79 SANK IN NAMSENFJORD IN DEEP WATER. (LL, 7.12.79) POSN 643500N, 110400E [EUR] FOR FILING ONLY, PLOTS IN 463MTRS. 3.1.80 DECLARED TOTAL LOSS BY OWNERS. (LL, 2.1.80)
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 1999

Circumstances of loss

7.12.79 BROKE MOORINGS AT STADTLANDETSVERFTET DURING A HURRICANE, DRIFTED & SANK IN NAMSENFJORD. (LL, 7.12.79)

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FAQ

Where is the WHESTSCHELDE wreck located?

The WHESTSCHELDE wreck is located at coordinates 64 34.99 N,11 3.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WHESTSCHELDE?

The seabed around the WHESTSCHELDE lies at approximately 463 meters deep.

When did the WHESTSCHELDE sink?

The WHESTSCHELDE sank on Dec 5, 1979.

When was the wreck of the WHESTSCHELDE discovered?

The wreck of the WHESTSCHELDE was discovered in 1979.

What was the tonnage of the WHESTSCHELDE?

The WHESTSCHELDE had a tonnage of 299 tons.

What type of wreck is the WHESTSCHELDE?

The WHESTSCHELDE is classified as a motor vessel.