Karen Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Karen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
56 11.061 N,2 58.838 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 56.184350
- Longitude: -2.980633
|
| Wreck Depth |
5.3 m
|
| Water Depth |
6 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
KAREN |
|
Type
|
schooner
|
| Flag |
DK |
| Length |
39.6 m |
| Width |
8.8 m |
| Draught |
4 |
| Tonnage |
331 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 5, 1940
|
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Last Detection Year |
2005 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 14, 2005 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Wreck of the KAREN located at coordinates 56 11.061 N, 2 58.838 W in the Firth of Forth near Methil, Scotland. This underwater obstruction, historically identified as a dangerous wreck, has been surveyed by the UK Hydrographic Office. Following wire sweep surveys and historical hydrographic records, the wreck position was established at 56 11.061 N, 2 58.838 W. Originally charted following its loss in 1940, the site has undergone multiple assessments including location checks by HMS Scott and depth soundings. The KAREN is documented in official maritime records as an underwater wreck with a charted depth of 5.3 meters, posing a navigational hazard in the coastal waters off Methil.
Surveying Details
H622/40 15.2.40 DW IN 561100N, 025800W APPROX, OR 073DEG, 1.1M FROM METHIL PIER LT. (NCSO METHIL CG.ELIE). - TNM 418/40 ISSUED. H622/40 27.2.40 DW, MARKED BY G CONL LT BUOY, GPFL(3)G CLOSE SE. (NCSO METHIL). - NM 524/40. H622/40 11.8.50 WIRE SWEPT TO LEAST DEPTH 3FMS IN 561104N, 025845W. BUOY REMOVED. (NLB & HMS SHARPSHOOTER). - NM 1578/50. H2618/60 28.7.60 NOT LOCATED. (HMS SCOTT 1959). NCA. 12.10.76 NOW CHARTED AS WK SW 5.3MTRS [LAT]. NC 734. 14.12.05 EUT POSN: 5611.061N, 0258.838W. NE 741.
Circumstances of loss
EX-WILLEMOES, EX-HAVET. BUILT OF WOOD IN 1920 BY CHRISTENSEN,KRAGH, V KOLDING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY M PEDERSEN. PASSAGE TEES FOR COPENHAGEN. CAUGHT FIRE AFTER EXPLOSION IN HOLD, BURNT OUT AND SANK AT METHIL. TOTAL LOSS. (SIBI & SHIPWRECKS OF THE FORTH).
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56 11.061 N,2 58.838 W
Karen on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the KAREN wreck located?
The KAREN wreck is located at coordinates 56 11.061 N,2 58.838 W.
How deep is the KAREN and where exactly is it located?
The KAREN lies at a depth of about 5.3 meters and is located at coordinates 56 11.061 N,2 58.838 W.
How deep is the seabed around the KAREN?
The seabed around the KAREN lies at approximately 6 meters deep.
When did the KAREN sink?
The KAREN sank on Feb 5, 1940.
When was the wreck of the KAREN discovered?
The wreck of the KAREN was discovered in 1940.
What country did the KAREN belong to?
The KAREN belonged to DK.
What cargo was the KAREN carrying?
The KAREN was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the KAREN?
The KAREN had a tonnage of 331 tons.
What type of wreck is the KAREN?
The KAREN is classified as a schooner.