Jarngerdur Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Jarngerdur Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
64 2.5 N,16 10 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 64.041667
- Longitude: -16.166667
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| Water Depth |
10 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
JARNGERDUR |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
IS |
| Tonnage |
250 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 16, 1975
|
| Original Detection Year |
1975 |
| Last Detection Year |
1975 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 7, 2006 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck JARNGERDUR is located at coordinates 64 02.5 N, 16 10.0 W off the coast of Iceland. This underwater obstruction, historically identified as the vessel JARNGERDUR, is situated just west of the Jokulsa river mouth. Originally reported to have developed a list and sunk during a storm in 1975, the wreckage was later reassessed and confirmed to be located approximately 300 meters offshore. Navigational charts indicate the wreck site remains a submerged hazard for maritime traffic in the region near the southeast coast of Iceland. Historical data from Lloyds confirms the vessel met its end in these waters, and the position 64 02.5 N, 16 10.0 W is the official reference point for this underwater wreck.
Surveying Details
20.2.75 VESSEL DEVELOPED A LIST AND SANK DURING A STORM OVER NIGHT. BELIEVED TO HAVE DRIFTED ASHORE EAST OF INGOLFSHOFDHI. (LLOYDS VOL.219). NCA, POSN 640000N, 161700W FOR FILING ONLY. 20.5.75 CONFIRMED SUNK WEST OF JOKULSA, ABOUT 300MTRS OFFSHORE. (LLOYDS VOL.219). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 7.1.06 DATA RE-ASSESSED. POSN FOR FILING ONLY AMENDED TO 6402.5N, 1610.0W, JUST W OF JOKULSA. NCA.
Circumstances of loss
SANK AFTER TAKING ON A HEAVY LIST DURING A STORM. CREW RESCUED, VESSEL DRIFTED ASHORE. (LLOYDS VOL.219)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
64 2.5 N,16 10 W
Jarngerdur on Wreck Map
Jarngerdur Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the JARNGERDUR wreck located?
The JARNGERDUR wreck is located at coordinates 64 2.5 N,16 10 W.
How deep is the seabed around the JARNGERDUR?
The seabed around the JARNGERDUR lies at approximately 10 meters deep.
When did the JARNGERDUR sink?
The JARNGERDUR sank on Feb 16, 1975.
When was the wreck of the JARNGERDUR discovered?
The wreck of the JARNGERDUR was discovered in 1975.
What country did the JARNGERDUR belong to?
The JARNGERDUR belonged to IS.
What was the tonnage of the JARNGERDUR?
The JARNGERDUR had a tonnage of 250 tons.
What type of wreck is the JARNGERDUR?
The JARNGERDUR is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
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