Nordfolk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nordfolk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		70 40.01 N,23 37.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 70.666833
  • Longitude: 23.632000
Water Depth 83 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORDFOLK
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Length 28.3 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 127
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 8, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.6.81 VESSEL SANK N OF HAMMERFEST. NOT TO BE SALVED. (LLOYDS VOL.244). POSN 704000N, 233800E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK DURING FISH LOADING IN CAPELIN FISHING GROUNDS, N OF HAMMERFEST. CREW OF 4 RESCUED. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the NORDFOLK wreck located?

The NORDFOLK wreck is located at coordinates 70 40.01 N,23 37.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NORDFOLK?

The seabed around the NORDFOLK lies at approximately 83 meters deep.

When did the NORDFOLK sink?

The NORDFOLK sank on Mar 8, 1980.

When was the wreck of the NORDFOLK discovered?

The wreck of the NORDFOLK was discovered in 1980.

What country did the NORDFOLK belong to?

The NORDFOLK belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the NORDFOLK?

The NORDFOLK had a tonnage of 127 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORDFOLK?

The NORDFOLK is classified as a fishing vessel.

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