Maartje Jacoba Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maartje jacoba Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 30.46 N,5 53.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.507667
  • Longitude: 5.898667
Water Depth 41 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAARTJE JACOBA
Type fishing vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 79
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 19, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 19, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the Maartje Jacoba is an underwater obstruction located at coordinates 54 30.46 N, 5 53.92 E in the North Sea. Originally reported and tracked through hydrographic surveys following its sinking in September 1973, historical records note the vessel had a height of 15 meters from truck to keel. Later navigational updates and official assessments determined the wreck to be dead, with subsequent nautical chart revisions confirming it is no longer charted in the area.

Surveying Details

19.9.73 WK REPORTED IN 543030N, 055400E APPROX. (HYDROGRAPHER NETHERLANDS NAVY, SIGNAL DTD 19.9.73). 20.9.73 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 543130N, 055400E. (LLOYDS 213). H2062/71 12.11.73 HEIGHT, TRUCK TO KEEL, 15MTRS. SUNK IN 543030N, 055400E. (HAMBURG NM 3367(T)/73). POSN GIVEN AS 543130N, 055400E. (HAGUE NM 2812(P)/73N). POSN PROBABLY IN ERROR. NCA. H3966/76 22.12.77 NETHERLANDS NM 186(P)/76 REFERRING TO WK IN 543130N, 055400E APPROX CANCELLED. (NETHERLANDS NM 3678/77). NCA. SEP 2015/000158093 19.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON DE221000. (EDN 7.0, DTD 10.7.15). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH NORWEGIAN VESSEL 'HELEN'. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the MAARTJE JACOBA wreck located?

The MAARTJE JACOBA wreck is located at coordinates 54 30.46 N,5 53.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAARTJE JACOBA?

The seabed around the MAARTJE JACOBA lies at approximately 41 meters deep.

When did the MAARTJE JACOBA sink?

The MAARTJE JACOBA sank on Sep 19, 1973.

When was the wreck of the MAARTJE JACOBA discovered?

The wreck of the MAARTJE JACOBA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the MAARTJE JACOBA belong to?

The MAARTJE JACOBA belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the MAARTJE JACOBA?

The MAARTJE JACOBA had a tonnage of 79 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAARTJE JACOBA?

The MAARTJE JACOBA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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