Amrumbank Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Amrumbank Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 19.064 N,8 1.935 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.317733
  • Longitude: 8.032250
Wreck Depth 13.1 m
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMRUMBANK
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Apr 4, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Amrumbank is an underwater shipwreck and navigational obstruction located in the North Sea off the German coast at coordinates 54 19.064 N, 8 1.935 E. This submerged wreck sits at a least depth of 13.1 meters or 13.7 meters, presenting a shallow hazard to marine navigation. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office and German Notices to Mariners document the wreck position and depth updates, establishing its precise location in WGS coordinates for maritime safety and diving reference.

Surveying Details

H3150/69 13.8.71 WK SW 13.7MTRS [7FMS 3FT], IN 541906N, 080203E [EUR]. (HAMBURG NMS 2527 & 2749/71). - NM 1294/71. 27.7.87 SHOWN AS WK SW 13.7MTRS ON GERMAN 87D [1986 EDN]. NE 3761. SEP 2015/000158093 1.3.16 SHOWN AS SW 13.1MTRS IN 5419.064N, 0801.935E [WGD] ON DE221000. (EDN 7.0, DTD 10.7.15). AMEND SW 13.1MTRS IN REVISED POSN.

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FAQ

Where is the AMRUMBANK wreck located?

The AMRUMBANK wreck is located at coordinates 54 19.064 N,8 1.935 E.

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

The AMRUMBANK lies at a depth of about 13.1 meters and is located at coordinates 54 19.064 N,8 1.935 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AMRUMBANK?

The seabed around the AMRUMBANK lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the AMRUMBANK discovered?

The wreck of the AMRUMBANK was discovered in 1971.

What type of wreck is the AMRUMBANK?

The AMRUMBANK is classified as a fishing vessel.

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