Havaldan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Havaldan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 57.02 N,0 53.884 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.950333
  • Longitude: -0.898067
Wreck Depth 98 m
Water Depth 111 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HAVALDAN
Type trawler
Length 41.1 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3
Sonar Length 45
Sonar Width 8
Shadow Height 12
Orientation 85
Tonnage 260
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 1976
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 8, 2006

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the HAVALDAN is an underwater obstruction located in the North Sea off the coast of the Shetland Islands at coordinates 59 57.02 N, 0 53.884 W. This shipwreck was surveyed on June 19, 1985, using precise electronic positioning. The wreck lies at a least echo sounder depth of 98 meters within a general seabed depth of 111 meters. The structural dimensions of the HAVALDAN are recorded as 45 meters in length with a beam of 8 meters. The vessel remains intact with a height of 12 meters above the seabed and is oriented on a 085/265-degree axis. No seabed scour has been observed around the site. This historical wreck is charted for maritime safety and navigation purposes.

Surveying Details

H1270/74 16.12.76 H1270/74 16.12.76 SANK IN 59550N, 005500W APPROX, IN 65FMS. (LL 226). INS AS USC PA 50FMS. - NM 54/77. 19.9.80 19.9.80 AMEND TO USC PA 90MTRS. BR STD. H2334/84 18.12.85 H2334/84 18.12.85 EXAM'D 19.6.85 IN 595703N, 005346W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER. LEAST E/S DEPTH 98 IN GEN DEPTH 111MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 12MTRS. LENGTH 45MTRS, BEAM 8MTRS. LYING 085/265DEG. (NP 1008, HI 244). AMENDED TO WK 98MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SANK AFTER REPORTING HEAVY LIST & TAKING IN WATER, WHILE TRAWLING IN BAD WEATHER 15M S OF SHETLAND ISLANDS. (LLOYDS VOL.291).

General Comments

INTACT, UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the HAVALDAN wreck located?

The HAVALDAN wreck is located at coordinates 59 57.02 N,0 53.884 W.

How deep is the HAVALDAN and where exactly is it located?

The HAVALDAN lies at a depth of about 98 meters and is located at coordinates 59 57.02 N,0 53.884 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HAVALDAN?

The seabed around the HAVALDAN lies at approximately 111 meters deep.

When did the HAVALDAN sink?

The HAVALDAN sank on Oct 23, 1976.

When was the wreck of the HAVALDAN discovered?

The wreck of the HAVALDAN was discovered in 1976.

What was the tonnage of the HAVALDAN?

The HAVALDAN had a tonnage of 260 tons.

What type of wreck is the HAVALDAN?

The HAVALDAN is classified as a trawler.

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