Held Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Held Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 49.972 N,0 21.621 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.832867
  • Longitude: -0.360350
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HELD
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 11, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel HELD is located at 59 49.972 N, 0 21.621 W in the North Sea off the coast of Scotland. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded as sinking in November 1976, is classified as a non-dangerous wreck. The site remains a point of interest for maritime navigation and historical records, with the wreckage situated at the specified coordinates. Navigation charts previously identified the position as an approximate location for the submerged steel structure.

Surveying Details

H1232/69 15.11.76 SANK IN PA 595000N, 002130W. (LL 13.11.76). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

13.11.76 FOLLOWING FIRE, SANK WHILE UNDER TOW BY SEAFORTH WARRIOR. CREW OF 3 SAVED. (LL, 13.11.76).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the HELD wreck located?

The HELD wreck is located at coordinates 59 49.972 N,0 21.621 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HELD?

The seabed around the HELD lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the HELD sink?

The HELD sank on Nov 11, 1976.

When was the wreck of the HELD discovered?

The wreck of the HELD was discovered in 1976.

What country did the HELD belong to?

The HELD belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the HELD?

The HELD is classified as a fishing vessel.

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