Holland Xix Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Holland xix Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
49 58.449 N,5 38.453 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 49.974150
- Longitude: -5.640883
|
| Wreck Depth |
57 m
|
| Water Depth |
62 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
HOLLAND XIX |
|
Type
|
dredger
|
| Flag |
NL |
| Length |
39.6 m |
| Width |
10.1 m |
| Sonar Length |
49 |
| Sonar Width |
23 |
| Shadow Height |
5 |
| Orientation |
123 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 27, 1983
|
| Bottom Texture |
Rock |
| Original Detection Year |
1983 |
| Last Detection Year |
2004 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Apr 7, 2005 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck of the Holland XIX is an underwater obstruction located off the coast of Cornwall, England, near Land's End in the Atlantic Ocean. The exact wreck position coordinates are 49 58.449 N, 5 38.453 W. Survey data records that the vessel sank in February 1983 and was subsequently examined using DGPS in September 2004. The intact wreck lies oriented at 123 to 203 degrees, measuring 49 meters in length, 23 meters in width, and with a height of 5.0 meters. It rests in a general water depth of 62.4 meters, with a least multibeam depth over the wreck of 57.4 meters. The site exhibits a strong magnetic anomaly, and the structure is noted as possibly resting on its side.
Surveying Details
H2590/76 10.3.83 SANK IN 495900N, 053700W. (LANDS END RADIO, TELEX DTD 27.2.83). H2590/76 14.3.83 LOCATED 28.2.83 IN 495846N, 053840W USING HSA. FIX CONFIRMED BY ELECTRONIC AIDS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 51.4 IN GEN DEPTH 66.5MTRS [LAT]. (TH SWANSEA, TLX 1.3.83). CHART AS WK 51MTRS. BR STD. H2590/76 29.3.83 POSN QUOTED SHOULD HAVE BEEN 4958.46N, 0538.40W. (THV WINSTON CHURCHILL). BR STD. HH091/059/01 7.4.05 EXAM'D 25.9.04 IN 4958.449N, 0538.453W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 57.4 IN GEN DEPTH 62.4MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 49MTRS, WIDTH 23MTRS, HT 5.0MTRS. LIES 123/203 DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. INTACT, POSSIBLY ON ITS SIDE. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND WK 57MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
CAPSIZED WHILE UNDER TOW BY GERMAN TUG 'JUIST' AND EVENTUALLY SANK. PASSAGE DUBLIN FOR ROTTERDAM. (LL).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
49 58.449 N,5 38.453 W
Holland Xix on Wreck Map
Holland Xix Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the HOLLAND XIX wreck located?
The HOLLAND XIX wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.449 N,5 38.453 W.
How deep is the HOLLAND XIX and where exactly is it located?
The HOLLAND XIX lies at a depth of about 57 meters and is located at coordinates 49 58.449 N,5 38.453 W.
How deep is the seabed around the HOLLAND XIX?
The seabed around the HOLLAND XIX lies at approximately 62 meters deep.
When did the HOLLAND XIX sink?
The HOLLAND XIX sank on Feb 27, 1983.
When was the wreck of the HOLLAND XIX discovered?
The wreck of the HOLLAND XIX was discovered in 1983.
What country did the HOLLAND XIX belong to?
The HOLLAND XIX belonged to NL.
What type of wreck is the HOLLAND XIX?
The HOLLAND XIX is classified as a dredger.
General Comments
INTACT, POSSIBLY ON ITS SIDE