Krosfond Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Krosfond Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 2.536 N,5 1.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.042267
  • Longitude: -5.017717
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KROSFOND
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 78.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1707
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details SUNK IN 500230N, 050100W. (AP FALMOUTH, DOCKET M015966). H4239/73 15.8.74 NO SONAR CONTACTS IN THIS POSN, PROBABLY WK IN 500210N 050136W [SEE WK 16239]. (HMS HECATE, 1974) - NCA. HH100/351/15 16.2.00 DETAILS OF KROSFOND FORWARDED. (J ROSEBEARE). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE [16248]. 26.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1406). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2000

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1904 BY WOOD, SKINNER & CO, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY SVITHUN LINJEN A/S. PASSAGE NEWPORT FOR ROUEN. TORPEDOED. (DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the KROSFOND wreck located?

The KROSFOND wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.536 N,5 1.063 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KROSFOND?

The seabed around the KROSFOND lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the KROSFOND sink?

The KROSFOND sank on Nov 22, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KROSFOND discovered?

The wreck of the KROSFOND was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KROSFOND belong to?

The KROSFOND belonged to NO.

What cargo was the KROSFOND carrying?

The KROSFOND was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KROSFOND?

The KROSFOND had a tonnage of 1707 tons.

What type of wreck is the KROSFOND?

The KROSFOND is classified as a steam ship.

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