Kraan Ii Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
| Status |
lifted
|
Kraan ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
51 20.717 N,3 51.303 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 51.345283
- Longitude: 3.855050
|
| Wreck Depth |
15.2 m
|
| Water Depth |
16 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
KRAAN II |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Original Detection Year |
1966 |
| Last Detection Year |
1987 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Markers |
W CARD LT BUOY, VQ(9)10S & E CARD LT BUOY, Q(3)10S & S CARD |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 29, 2007 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater shipwreck survey details for the KRAAN II located in the North Sea off the coast of the Netherlands. The wreck position is recorded at coordinates 51 20.717 N, 3 51.303 E. Historical hydrographic survey data indicates that the site previously held a least depth of 14 meters, later amended to 15.2 meters. Following extensive clearance operations involving divers and explosives completed in 1987, the wreck was officially marked as cleared. Buoys previously marking the obstruction were withdrawn, and the area was confirmed as safe for navigation. Anchorage B is currently free for use, and the wreck entry has been removed from active navigation records.
Surveying Details
H2983/57 29.4.66 WK LEAST DEPTH 14MTRS [7FMS 3FT] IN 512046N, 035123E [EUR]. (HAGUE NM 173/66). LISTED IN NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS. - NM 513/66. H4187/70 29.12.77 AMENDED TO 15.2MTRS [8FMS 2FT]. (HAGUE NM 3526/77). BR STD. H6217/82 14.7.87 CLEARANCE OPERATIONS IN HAND USING DIVERS AND EXPLOSIVES. WK MARKED BY W CARD LT BUOY, VQ(9)10S, APPROX 175MTRS WSW & AN E CARD LT BUOY, Q(3)10S, APPROX 175MTRS ESE & A S CARD BUOY APPROX 175MTRS S. (NETHERLANDS TNM 322/87). NCA YET. H6217/82 30.12.87 CLEARANCE OPS COMPLETED AND BUOYS WITHDRAWN. ANCHORAGE 'B' IS FREE FOR USE. (NETHERLANDS NM 574/87). AMENDED TO LIFT. DELETE. - NM 218/88.
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51 20.717 N,3 51.303 E
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FAQ
Where is the KRAAN II wreck located?
The KRAAN II wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.717 N,3 51.303 E.
How deep is the KRAAN II and where exactly is it located?
The KRAAN II lies at a depth of about 15.2 meters and is located at coordinates 51 20.717 N,3 51.303 E.
How deep is the seabed around the KRAAN II?
The seabed around the KRAAN II lies at approximately 16 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the KRAAN II discovered?
The wreck of the KRAAN II was discovered in 1966.
What type of wreck is the KRAAN II?
The KRAAN II is classified as a steam ship.