Geir Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Geir Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 39 N,1 36.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.650000
  • Longitude: -1.601617
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEIR
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 61.3 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 848
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 18, 1908
Original Detection Year 1908
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details POSN 553900N, 013600W. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). NCA. H1280/77 2.3.77 FOUNDERED ON MAIDSTONE ROCK, FARNE IS. (W MCINTOSH, LTR DTD 6.1.77). NCA. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2002

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED ON THE KNAVISTONE ROCK AND LATER SANK IN DEEP WATER NEAR BY. (LLOYDS).

General Comments

IRON HULL

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FAQ

Where is the GEIR wreck located?

The GEIR wreck is located at coordinates 55 39 N,1 36.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEIR?

The seabed around the GEIR lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the GEIR sink?

The GEIR sank on Feb 18, 1908.

When was the wreck of the GEIR discovered?

The wreck of the GEIR was discovered in 1908.

What country did the GEIR belong to?

The GEIR belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the GEIR?

The GEIR had a tonnage of 848 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEIR?

The GEIR is classified as a steam ship.

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