Alca Torda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Alca torda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 39.25 N,2 56.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.654167
  • Longitude: 2.948667
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALCA TORDA
Type fishing vessel
Flag BE
Tonnage 54
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1973
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H4856/72 22.1.74 SINKING POSN: 513918N, 025700E. (HAGUE NM 3533(P)/73). EXACT POSN NOT KNOWN. (NETHERLANDS WK NO. R9/1703). FOR FILING ONLY. - NAVEAM 20/74. 29.1.76 NAVEAM 20/74 CANCELLED. NFA. H4187/70 30.1.78 HAGUE NM 182(P)/76 CANCELLED. (NETHERLANDS NM 3725/77). NO FURTHER DETAILS AVAILABLE FOR THIS WK. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2007

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED MISSING. CREW DRIFTED ASHORE ON LIFERAFT TOWARDS HOLLAND 24 HOURS AFTER VESSEL SANK. (LL, VOL 214).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 39.25 N,2 56.92 E
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FAQ

Where is the ALCA TORDA wreck located?

The ALCA TORDA wreck is located at coordinates 51 39.25 N,2 56.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALCA TORDA?

The seabed around the ALCA TORDA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the ALCA TORDA sink?

The ALCA TORDA sank on Nov 24, 1973.

When was the wreck of the ALCA TORDA discovered?

The wreck of the ALCA TORDA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the ALCA TORDA belong to?

The ALCA TORDA belonged to BE.

What was the tonnage of the ALCA TORDA?

The ALCA TORDA had a tonnage of 54 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALCA TORDA?

The ALCA TORDA is classified as a fishing vessel.