Janvold Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Janvold Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 51.95 N,5 19.383 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.865833
  • Longitude: -5.323050
Wreck Depth 77 m
Water Depth 87 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JANVOLD
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 71.6 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.2
Sonar Length 100
Shadow Height 10
Orientation 120
Tonnage 1366
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 26, 1918
Scour Dimensions ,,000.5,
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.5.18 M26302 27.5.18 POSN 525200N, 051900W. (IDSA MASTER). 27.5.18 M26303 27.5.18 POSN 525200N, 051900W. (CO HMT LORD ALLENDALE). 2.6.18 M010671 2.6.18 POSN 524700N, 051200W. (COMMODORE IN C KINGSTOWN). INS ON CHARTS. AMEND TO NDW. (DATE NOT KNOWN). 8.11.78 8.11.78 AMEND TO USCPA 55MTRS. NC 1411. H1935/80 17.5.82 H1935/80 17.5.82 EXAM'D 18.6.81 IN 525157N, 051923W [OGB] USING HIFIX.6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 78 IN GEN DEPTH 87MTRS. SCOUR 87.5MTRS. DCS3 HT 10MTRS. INTACT, UPRIGHT AND LYING 120/300 DEGS. LENGTH APPROX 100MTRS. (HMS FAWN, HI 3). INS AS WK 77MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2000

Circumstances of loss

EX-GIJONES, EX-JAN BLOCKX, EX-MAINAXA. BUILT IN 1904 BY GRANGEMOUTH & GREENOCK DOCKYARD CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY AKTIES., JAVVOLD. SINGLE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 151 HP, SINGLE SCREW. MACHINERY BY COOPER AND GRIEG OF DUNDEE. PASSAGE BILBAO FOR GLASGOW. CARGO IRON ORE. TORPEDOED AFT BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-97.

General Comments

UPRIGHT & INTACT

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 51.95 N,5 19.383 W
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FAQ

Where is the JANVOLD wreck located?

The JANVOLD wreck is located at coordinates 52 51.95 N,5 19.383 W.

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

The JANVOLD lies at a depth of about 77 meters and is located at coordinates 52 51.95 N,5 19.383 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JANVOLD?

The seabed around the JANVOLD lies at approximately 87 meters deep.

When did the JANVOLD sink?

The JANVOLD sank on May 26, 1918.

When was the wreck of the JANVOLD discovered?

The wreck of the JANVOLD was discovered in 1918.

What country did the JANVOLD belong to?

The JANVOLD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the JANVOLD carrying?

The JANVOLD was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the JANVOLD?

The JANVOLD had a tonnage of 1366 tons.

What type of wreck is the JANVOLD?

The JANVOLD is classified as a steam ship.

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