Crackerjack Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Crackerjack Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 59.97 N,10 59.93 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.999500
  • Longitude: 10.998833
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name CRACKERJACK
Type yacht
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 19, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the yacht Crackerjack is recorded by the UK Hydrographic Office in the Kattegat waters off the coast of Denmark at coordinates 56 59.97 N, 10 59.93 E. The vessel reportedly sank on October 19, 1976, near approximate position 57 00.00 N, 11 00.00 E. Following hydrographic chart reviews, including Danish chart 92 in April 2016, the obstruction was not located and the wreck entry was officially amended to dead status, meaning it is no longer charted as an active navigational hazard in the Kattegat maritime area.

Surveying Details

19.10.76 YACHT SANK IN APPROX POSN 570000N, 110000E. (LL19.10.76). NCA. 19.4.16 NOT SHOWN ON DENMARK 92, [ED 13 CORR TO 26/02/16]. AMEND TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

REPD SUNK. CREW RESCUED BY RUSSIAN VESSEL. CRACKERJACK LEFT GRANTON 12 OCT FOR ELSINORE, VIA LIMFJORD. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CRACKERJACK wreck located?

The CRACKERJACK wreck is located at coordinates 56 59.97 N,10 59.93 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CRACKERJACK?

The seabed around the CRACKERJACK lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the CRACKERJACK discovered?

The wreck of the CRACKERJACK was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the CRACKERJACK?

The CRACKERJACK is classified as a yacht.

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