Ingvar Einarsson Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
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Ingvar einarsson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
64 0 N,16 17 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 64.000000
- Longitude: -16.283333
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| Water Depth |
1 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
INGVAR EINARSSON |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
IS |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 11, 1974
|
| Original Detection Year |
1974 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
May 2, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Ingvar Einarsson is located off the south coast of Iceland near Breidharos at coordinates 64 00.00N, 16 17.00W. The vessel ran aground following a major fire on April 18, 1975, and was subsequently declared a total loss. Situated in a remote and desolate coastal environment, the wreck site is difficult to access. Historical survey data indicates the wreckage lies in a coastal position, with current records confirming the coordinates plotted near Breidharos. This underwater obstruction remains documented for maritime navigational safety and hydrographic reference.
Surveying Details
18.4.75 VESSEL AGROUND AT BREIDHAROS, S COAST, AFTER A FIRE. WRECK LIES IN A DESOLATE AREA, ACCESS BEING VERY DIFFICULT. (LLOYDS VOL.220). NCA. 28.4.75 VESSEL CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.220). NCA, POSN 640000N, 162000W FOR FILING ONLY. 7.1.06 DATA RE-ASSESSED. PREVIOUS POSN FOR FILING PLOTS ASHORE, AMENDED TO 6400.00N, 1617.00W. NCA.
Circumstances of loss
VESSEL, GROUNDED FOLLOWING A FIRE. ABANDONED AS CTL. (LLOYDS VOL.220).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
64 0 N,16 17 W
Ingvar Einarsson on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the INGVAR EINARSSON wreck located?
The INGVAR EINARSSON wreck is located at coordinates 64 0 N,16 17 W.
How deep is the seabed around the INGVAR EINARSSON?
The seabed around the INGVAR EINARSSON lies at approximately 1 meter deep.
When did the INGVAR EINARSSON sink?
The INGVAR EINARSSON sank on Dec 11, 1974.
When was the wreck of the INGVAR EINARSSON discovered?
The wreck of the INGVAR EINARSSON was discovered in 1974.
What country did the INGVAR EINARSSON belong to?
The INGVAR EINARSSON belonged to IS.
What type of wreck is the INGVAR EINARSSON?
The INGVAR EINARSSON is classified as a fishing vessel.