Eldrid Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eldrid Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		68 25.5 N,17 23.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 68.425000
  • Longitude: 17.398500
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELDRID
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1712
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 5, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H811/52 11.11.71 SUNK OFF NARVIK. (OSLO NM 1/48/52). POSN 682530N, 172400E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

5.5.1940 SUNK AT NARVIK ON 5.5.1940, INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY NORWEGIAN SHIPPING & TRADE MISSION. (LL WW2). 4.10.1940 SINKING DATE GIVEN AS 4.10.1940, CAUSE UNKNOWN. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELDRID wreck located?

The ELDRID wreck is located at coordinates 68 25.5 N,17 23.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELDRID?

The seabed around the ELDRID lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the ELDRID sink?

The ELDRID sank on May 5, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ELDRID discovered?

The wreck of the ELDRID was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ELDRID belong to?

The ELDRID belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the ELDRID?

The ELDRID had a tonnage of 1712 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELDRID?

The ELDRID is classified as a steam ship.

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