Saint Sunniva Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Saint sunniva Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 26 N,1 39.833 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.433333
  • Longitude: -1.663883
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAINT SUNNIVA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 69.7 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.8
Tonnage 1140
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1961
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H1302/19 4.1.19 H1302/19 4.1.19 WK IN 432600N, 013950W APPROX OR 20DEGS, 2.5M FROM POCOA. (PARIS NM). BR STD. H801/61 28.2.61 H801/61 28.2.61 DELETE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 2665.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1912 BY LAXEVAAGS MASKIN & JERNSKIBS, WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 106NHP. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY J LUND & CO.STRUCK A MINE & SANK IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (DODS). PASSAGE SANTANDER FOR THE TYNE. (LL WW1).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 26 N,1 39.833 W
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FAQ

Where is the SAINT SUNNIVA wreck located?

The SAINT SUNNIVA wreck is located at coordinates 43 26 N,1 39.833 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAINT SUNNIVA?

The seabed around the SAINT SUNNIVA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the SAINT SUNNIVA sink?

The SAINT SUNNIVA sank on Jun 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the SAINT SUNNIVA discovered?

The wreck of the SAINT SUNNIVA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the SAINT SUNNIVA belong to?

The SAINT SUNNIVA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SAINT SUNNIVA carrying?

The SAINT SUNNIVA was carrying ore.

What was the tonnage of the SAINT SUNNIVA?

The SAINT SUNNIVA had a tonnage of 1140 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAINT SUNNIVA?

The SAINT SUNNIVA is classified as a steam ship.

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