Rognfjell Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rognfjell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 45 N,5 24 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.750000
  • Longitude: 5.400000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROGNFJELL
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 23.5 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 111
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1975
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.10.76 STRANDED NEAR BISPEFLU, STOKSUND. (LLOYDS VOL.226) POSN 594500N, 052400E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2015/000016035 26.2.16 NOT FOUND ON NORWAY 19. [ED DEC 2015, COR TO 18/12/15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2016

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED NEAR BISPEFLU IN STOKSUND WHILST ON PASSAGE TRONDHEIM TO NORTHERN NORWAY. (LLOYDS VOL.226).

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FAQ

Where is the ROGNFJELL wreck located?

The ROGNFJELL wreck is located at coordinates 59 45 N,5 24 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ROGNFJELL?

The seabed around the ROGNFJELL lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the ROGNFJELL sink?

The ROGNFJELL sank on Jan 29, 1975.

When was the wreck of the ROGNFJELL discovered?

The wreck of the ROGNFJELL was discovered in 1975.

What country did the ROGNFJELL belong to?

The ROGNFJELL belonged to NO.

What cargo was the ROGNFJELL carrying?

The ROGNFJELL was carrying fertiliser: natural and products.

What was the tonnage of the ROGNFJELL?

The ROGNFJELL had a tonnage of 111 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROGNFJELL?

The ROGNFJELL is classified as a motor vessel.