Beemsterdijk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Beemsterdijk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 47.392 N,5 58.459 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.789867
  • Longitude: -5.974317
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEEMSTERDIJK
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Length 122.2 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 11
Tonnage 6869
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 8.8.72 SANK 12MILES 290DEG FROM SMALLS. (LLWW2). 23.8.72 POSN 514722N, 055824W [OGB]. NCA. H5223/76 13.7.77 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 SONAR SEARCH. (HMS HERALD, HI 11/77). NCA. H4467/81 1.7.83 NOT LOCATED DURING AREA SEARCH. DISPROVED IN THIS POSN, BUT DISPROVING SEARCH NOT EXTENDED FURTHER THAN 1 MILE TO W. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 70). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 19, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR CARDIFF. PROBABLY STRUCK BY A BRITISH MINE. 39 MEN LOST FROM CREW OF 42. (LLWW2).

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FAQ

Where is the BEEMSTERDIJK wreck located?

The BEEMSTERDIJK wreck is located at coordinates 51 47.392 N,5 58.459 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BEEMSTERDIJK?

The seabed around the BEEMSTERDIJK lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the BEEMSTERDIJK sink?

The BEEMSTERDIJK sank on Jan 27, 1941.

When was the wreck of the BEEMSTERDIJK discovered?

The wreck of the BEEMSTERDIJK was discovered in 1941.

What country did the BEEMSTERDIJK belong to?

The BEEMSTERDIJK belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the BEEMSTERDIJK?

The BEEMSTERDIJK had a tonnage of 6869 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEEMSTERDIJK?

The BEEMSTERDIJK is classified as a steam ship.