Kar-Lene Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kar-lene Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 34.043 N,4 21.033 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.567383
  • Longitude: 4.350550
Wreck Depth 15 m
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KAR-LENE
Type fishing vessel
Flag DK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 9, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 20, 1995

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Kar-Lene is an underwater obstruction located at coordinates 55 34.043 N, 4 21.033 E in the North Sea. Originally sunk on February 11, 1972, at an approximate depth of 37 meters, the site underwent depth amendments over the years, noting a least depth of 15 meters by August 1976 and subsequent charting updates on Danish nautical publications. The wreck record was officially deleted from active hydrographic notices on July 20, 1995.

Surveying Details

11.2.72 SUNK IN 553405N, 042108E IN APPROX 37MTRS. (LLOYDS 207). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 20.8.76 AMEND TO USC 15MTRS. NC 267. 4.1.84 SHOWN AS USC 15MTRS ON DANISH 93 [OCT'83 EDN]. HH328/470/01 20.7.95 DELETED. (GERMAN NM 27/1001/95). - NM 2712/95.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH PARTLY LADEN W GERMAN SS TAEPING.

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FAQ

Where is the KAR-LENE wreck located?

The KAR-LENE wreck is located at coordinates 55 34.043 N,4 21.033 E.

How deep is the KAR-LENE and where exactly is it located?

The KAR-LENE lies at a depth of about 15 meters and is located at coordinates 55 34.043 N,4 21.033 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KAR-LENE?

The seabed around the KAR-LENE lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When did the KAR-LENE sink?

The KAR-LENE sank on Feb 9, 1972.

When was the wreck of the KAR-LENE discovered?

The wreck of the KAR-LENE was discovered in 1972.

What country did the KAR-LENE belong to?

The KAR-LENE belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the KAR-LENE?

The KAR-LENE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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