Marstenen (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Marstenen (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
58 19.815 N,2 29.846 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 58.330250
- Longitude: -2.497433
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| Wreck Depth |
50 m
|
| Water Depth |
57 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
NO |
| Length |
59.7 m |
| Sonar Length |
86 |
| Sonar Width |
23 |
| Shadow Height |
7.1 |
| Orientation |
130 |
| Tonnage |
1832 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 30, 1940
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Last Detection Year |
2006 |
| Original Source |
unknown |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 23, 2008 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the vessel Marstenen is located in the North Sea off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, at coordinates 58 19.815 N, 002 29.846 W. This underwater obstruction is identified as a collapsed and degraded shipwreck, likely from the World War II era. Survey data confirmed the wreck lies at a depth of 57.0 meters with a least depth of 50.7 meters over the structure. The vessel measures 86 meters in length, 23 meters in width, and stands 7.1 meters high, oriented on a 130/310-degree heading with the bow facing southeast. The site exhibits a strong magnetic anomaly and remains well broken, consistent with a disintegrated steel hull. The wreck is charted as a 50-meter deep underwater obstruction.
Surveying Details
H01001/40 10.1.41 H01001/40 10.1.41 POSN 582000N, 023100W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT NOTED). SANK IN 580000N, 032500W. (WW2SL). SANK IN 582300N, 023700W. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WW2). HH091/150/01 23.1.08 SEP 2008/000007851 & HH091/150/01 23.1.08 EXAMINED 26.6.06 IN 5819.815N, 0229.846W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 50.7 IN GEN DEPTH 57.0MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 86MTRS, WIDTH 23MTRS, HT 7.1MTRS. LIES 130/310DEGS WITH BOWS SE. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. COLLAPSED AND DEGRADED WK. (GARDLINE, HI 1150). INS AS WK 50MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
PASSAGE ST JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND FOR RIDHAM DOCK. SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. CREW RECOVERED. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WW2).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
58 19.815 N,2 29.846 W
Marstenen (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Marstenen (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 19.815 N,2 29.846 W.
How deep is the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 58 19.815 N,2 29.846 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 57 meters deep.
When did the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) sink?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 30, 1940.
When was the wreck of the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.
What country did the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.
What cargo was the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.
What was the tonnage of the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY)?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1832 tons.
What type of wreck is the MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY)?
The MARSTENEN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
COLLAPSED AND DEGRADED, BOWS SE