Lake Neuchatte Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lake neuchatte Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 53.375 N,2 53.997 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.889583
  • Longitude: -2.899950
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAKE NEUCHATTE
Type blockship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3859
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2496/72 14.3.72 POSN 585324N, 025354W. H2496/72 14.3.72 STATED TO HAVE BEEN 311DEG, 1800FT FROM LAMB HOLM TRIG STN (61), BUT COMPLETE HULL NOW LIFTED. (UNDERMARINE OPERATIONS, 5.3.72). AMEND LIFTED. 2025000126343 09.04.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2023. (ORKNEY ISLAND COUNCIL, M/B SURVEY, DTD 2023). NFA
Last Amended Date Jun 11, 2025

Circumstances of loss

STEEL SINGLE-SCREW SS, BUILT 1907, SUNK AS A BLOCKSHIP. SALVAGED BY METAL INDUSTRIES LTD. (WKS OF SCAPA FLOW).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 58 53.375 N,2 53.997 W
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FAQ

Where is the LAKE NEUCHATTE wreck located?

The LAKE NEUCHATTE wreck is located at coordinates 58 53.375 N,2 53.997 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAKE NEUCHATTE?

The seabed around the LAKE NEUCHATTE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the LAKE NEUCHATTE discovered?

The wreck of the LAKE NEUCHATTE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the LAKE NEUCHATTE belong to?

The LAKE NEUCHATTE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LAKE NEUCHATTE?

The LAKE NEUCHATTE had a tonnage of 3859 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAKE NEUCHATTE?

The LAKE NEUCHATTE is classified as a blockship.

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