Norma (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Norma (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
60 53.797 N,0 37.041 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 60.896617
- Longitude: -0.617350
|
| Wreck Depth |
112 m
|
| Water Depth |
118 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
NORMA (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
sailing vessel
|
| Flag |
NO |
| Length |
56.6 m |
| Width |
9.8 m |
| Draught |
5.5 |
| Sonar Length |
65 |
| Shadow Height |
5 |
| Orientation |
50 |
| Tonnage |
850 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 3, 1917
|
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
1984 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 3, 2004 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck identified as the NORMA (POSSIBLY) is located off the coast of Shetland, Scotland, at the precise coordinates 60 53.797 N, 0 37.041 W. This maritime obstruction, situated in the waters near the Shetland Islands, was surveyed and examined on June 8, 1984. The wreck has a recorded least echo sounder depth of 112 meters within a general seabed depth of 118 meters. The structure of the NORMA measures 65 meters in length with a height of 5 meters. The vessel is lying on its side on a 050/230 degree orientation and features a midships superstructure with no evidence of scour around the hull. This submerged wreck remains a significant point of interest for navigation and maritime historical records in the North Sea region near the Shetland Islands.
Surveying Details
22.2.80 22.2.80 NDWPA IN 605300N, 003100W. (US P/O DD 16.10.76). NCA. H3718/84 10.10.84 H3718/84 10.10.84 EXAM'D 8.6.84 IN 605350N, 003655W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER & HIFIIX/6 [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 112 IN GEN DEPTH 118MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 5MTRS, LENGTH 65MTRS. LYING, APPARENTLY ON ITS SIDE, 050/230 DEGS. HAS MIDSHIPS SUPERSTRUCTURE. (NP 1008, RV BON ESPRIT, HI 144). BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
EX-JUILUS PALM, EX-ELISABETH). BUILT IN 1884 OF IRON BY GERMAINA-WERFT, KIEL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ACT NORMA. PASSAGE SAVANNAH FOR RANDERS. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE. (WW1SL & SIBI).
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60 53.797 N,0 37.041 W
Norma (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Norma (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the NORMA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The NORMA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 60 53.797 N,0 37.041 W.
How deep is the NORMA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The NORMA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 112 meters and is located at coordinates 60 53.797 N,0 37.041 W.
How deep is the seabed around the NORMA (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the NORMA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 118 meters deep.
When did the NORMA (POSSIBLY) sink?
The NORMA (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 3, 1917.
When was the wreck of the NORMA (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the NORMA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the NORMA (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The NORMA (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.
What was the tonnage of the NORMA (POSSIBLY)?
The NORMA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 850 tons.
What type of wreck is the NORMA (POSSIBLY)?
The NORMA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.
General Comments
INTACT, ON ITS SIDE, MIDSHIPS SUPERSTRUCTURE