Asta (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Asta (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
56 10.099 N,2 21.637 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 56.168317
- Longitude: -2.360617
|
| Wreck Depth |
49 m
|
| Water Depth |
58 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ASTA (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
SE |
| Length |
78.3 m |
| Width |
11 m |
| Draught |
5.2 |
| Sonar Length |
80 |
| Sonar Width |
15 |
| Shadow Height |
8 |
| Orientation |
130 |
| Tonnage |
1623 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 15, 1927
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Scour Dimensions |
,,002.0, |
| Original Detection Year |
1976 |
| Last Detection Year |
2003 |
| Original Source |
naval vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Apr 4, 2013 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck of the vessel ASTA (PROBABLY) is located in the North Sea off the coast of Scotland at coordinates 56 10.099 N, 2 21.637 W. Confirmed via DGPS survey in 2003, the shipwreck lies at a depth of 49.2 meters in a general area depth of 59 meters. The wreck structure measures 80 meters in length and 15 meters in width, standing 8 meters above the seabed. The vessel is positioned with an orientation of 130/310 degrees, with the bow facing 310 degrees, and is noted as lying upright in two separate parts. The site features a 2-meter deep scour around the remains. This underwater obstruction is charted as a 49-meter wreck.
Surveying Details
H4818/75 26.8.77 LOCATED 13.8.76 IN 561006N, 022132W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 50.2MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 59MTRS. SCOUR 3MTRS. LENGTH 75MTRS AND STANDING 8.8MTRS ABOVE SEABED. LYING 122/302 DEG. (HMS SHIPHAM, HI 42/76). INS AS WK 49MTRS. (AMENDED TIDAL DATUM). BR STD. H4818/75 3.8.77 POSN CONFIRMED. (HMS FOX, 34A/77). HH091/051/01 22.1.04 EXAM'D 4.11.03 IN 5610.099N, 0221.637W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 49.2 IN GEN DEPTH 59MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 80MTRS, WIDTH 15MTRS. DCS3 HT 8MTRS. LIES 130/310 DEGS WITH BOWS TOWARDS 310 DEGS. UPRIGHT, IN TWO PARTS. NFS. (NP 1008, HI 1051). SCOUR 2MTRS DEEP. RETAIN AS WK 49MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
EX-LARNACE, EX-FINGAL, EX-FOREST, EX-ALLENDE. BULT IN 1883 BY PALMER'S CO LTD, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A/B MARITINE. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 143NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MEITHIL FOR COPENHAGEN. SUNK IN COLLISION 8M EAST OF MAY ISLAND WITH LEITH REGISTERED SS BRESLAU. (SIBI).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
56 10.099 N,2 21.637 W
Asta (Probably) on Wreck Map
Asta (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ASTA (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 10.099 N,2 21.637 W.
How deep is the ASTA (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 49 meters and is located at coordinates 56 10.099 N,2 21.637 W.
How deep is the seabed around the ASTA (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the ASTA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 58 meters deep.
When did the ASTA (PROBABLY) sink?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) sank on Dec 15, 1927.
When was the wreck of the ASTA (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the ASTA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1976.
What country did the ASTA (PROBABLY) belong to?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) belonged to SE.
What cargo was the ASTA (PROBABLY) carrying?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the ASTA (PROBABLY)?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1623 tons.
What type of wreck is the ASTA (PROBABLY)?
The ASTA (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
UPRIGHT, IN TWO PARTS, ALMOST IN LINE, BOWS NW