Anna (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Anna (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
60 13.852 N,0 21.607 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 60.230867
- Longitude: -0.360117
|
| Wreck Depth |
119 m
|
| Water Depth |
129 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ANNA (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
DK |
| Length |
73.2 m |
| Width |
11 m |
| Draught |
4.6 |
| Sonar Length |
94 |
| Sonar Width |
17 |
| Shadow Height |
9.3 |
| Orientation |
70 |
| Tonnage |
1211 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 27, 1917
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
1985 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 3, 2004 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Wreck details for the underwater obstruction identified as the ANNA (possibly), located in the North Sea off the coast of Shetland, Scotland. The wreck is situated at coordinates 60 13.852 N, 0 21.607 W. Official survey data confirms the underwater structure lies at a least echo sounder depth of 119.8 meters within a general seabed depth of 129 meters. Detailed examination of the site reveals a vessel measuring 94 meters in length with a beam of 17 meters and a structural height of 9.25 meters. The wreck is oriented along a 070/250 degree axis and shows no signs of seabed scour. This submerged navigation hazard was verified following historical survey reports from 1985.
Surveying Details
22.2.80 22.2.80 NDWPA IN 600100N, 002000W. (USA P/O, 16.10.76). NCA. H3057/81 8.5.85 H3057/81 8.5.85 UNCHARTED WK LOCATED IN 601353N, 002129W [OGB]USING TRISPONDER AND HIFIX/6 [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 120.4 IN GEN DEPTH 129MTRS. LYING 065/245 DEGS. LENGTH 150MTRS, BEAM 60MTRS. (NP 1008/RV BON ESPRIT, HN 1/85, 15.4.85). NCA YET. H2334/84 18.12.85 H2334/84 18.12.85 EXAM'D 13.4.85. ABOVE DETAILS CONFIRMED EXCEPT LENGTH NOW GIVEN AS 94MTRS, BEAM 17MTRS. DCS3 HT 9.25MTRS. ORIENTATION 070/250 DEG. LEAST DEPTH 119.8MTRS. NO SCOUR. (NP 1008, HI 244). BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1914 BY KJOBNHAVERS FLYDK & SKBS, COPENHAGEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS DMPSK VERSTERHAVET, ESJEBERG. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 98NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE METHIL FOR AARUS. STOPPED BY U-87, CREW ABANDONED AND VESSEL WAS TORPEDOED. (SIBI & DODS).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
60 13.852 N,0 21.607 W
Anna (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Anna (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ANNA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 60 13.852 N,0 21.607 W.
How deep is the ANNA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 119 meters and is located at coordinates 60 13.852 N,0 21.607 W.
How deep is the seabed around the ANNA (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the ANNA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 129 meters deep.
When did the ANNA (POSSIBLY) sink?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 27, 1917.
When was the wreck of the ANNA (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the ANNA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the ANNA (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) belonged to DK.
What cargo was the ANNA (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the ANNA (POSSIBLY)?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1211 tons.
What type of wreck is the ANNA (POSSIBLY)?
The ANNA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.