Astoria (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Astoria (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
71 20 N,29 14 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 71.333333
  • Longitude: 29.233333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASTORIA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 109.7 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 4262
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 9, 1916
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 11.7.77 VESSEL SUNK IN 712000N, 291400E APPROX ACCORDING TO GERMAN U-BOAT LOG BOOK.(WWI LOSSES & TELECON RISDON BEAZLEY 11.7.77). INS AS NDW PA.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1901, WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE WHEN OFF VARDO, N COAST NORWAY. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 71 20 N,29 14 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 9, 1916.

When was the wreck of the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1977.

What country did the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY)?

The ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4262 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASTORIA (POSSIBLY)?

The ASTORIA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.