Oiekast Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Oiekast Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 0.29 N,0 50.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.004833
  • Longitude: -0.834667
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OIEKAST
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 606
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H4984/74 4.4.79 NDW PA IN 500015N, 005000W (FR NM 79 03 25) & SHOWN AS WK 24MTRS ON FR 6614 [1978 EDN]. CHART AS NDW PA. NE 2613. 3.1.80 NDW PA SHOWN IN 500015N, 005000W ON FR 6614D [1979 EDN]. 25.4.90 NOT SHOWN ON FR 6857 [1986 EDN], & NOT IN FR WK RECORDS [CORR TO JAN 1990]. DELETED. AMENDED DEAD. NC 2613.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE WHILST EN ROUTE FROM ROUEN TO CARDIFF. (WW1SL & SCANDINAVIAN WW1SL - D COX).

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FAQ

Where is the OIEKAST wreck located?

The OIEKAST wreck is located at coordinates 50 0.29 N,0 50.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OIEKAST?

The seabed around the OIEKAST lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the OIEKAST sink?

The OIEKAST sank on Dec 10, 1917.

When was the wreck of the OIEKAST discovered?

The wreck of the OIEKAST was discovered in 1917.

What country did the OIEKAST belong to?

The OIEKAST belonged to NO.

What cargo was the OIEKAST carrying?

The OIEKAST was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the OIEKAST?

The OIEKAST had a tonnage of 606 tons.

What type of wreck is the OIEKAST?

The OIEKAST is classified as a steam ship.

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