Sharona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sharona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 10.46 N,0 22.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.174333
  • Longitude: -0.371667
Wreck Depth 94 m
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHARONA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 19.7 m
Width 6.6 m
Draught 2.3
Tonnage 45
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 3, 1999
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 2000

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck SHARONA is located in the North Sea at coordinates 58 10.46 N, 0 22.3 W. This underwater obstruction, recorded as a non-dangerous wreck, lies at a depth of 94 meters. The vessel, identified as the SHARONA, is documented as a steel-constructed ship that sank in the North Sea region. Historical survey data classifies the site as a shipwreck with known tonnage, currently maintained on maritime charts for navigational safety.

Surveying Details

HH260/400/04 6.8.99 HH260/400/04 6.8.99 SANK IN 5810.5N, 0022.2W [EUR]. (MRCC ABERDEEN, TLX DTD 4.8.99). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 1.12.99 1.12.99 AMEND TO WK USC 94MTRS (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILST UNDER TOW BY MAERSK CHALLENGER. BUILT IN 1974. CREW ALL RECOVERED.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the SHARONA wreck located?

The SHARONA wreck is located at coordinates 58 10.46 N,0 22.3 W.

How deep is the SHARONA and where exactly is it located?

The SHARONA lies at a depth of about 94 meters and is located at coordinates 58 10.46 N,0 22.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SHARONA?

The seabed around the SHARONA lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the SHARONA sink?

The SHARONA sank on Aug 3, 1999.

When was the wreck of the SHARONA discovered?

The wreck of the SHARONA was discovered in 1999.

What country did the SHARONA belong to?

The SHARONA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SHARONA?

The SHARONA had a tonnage of 45 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHARONA?

The SHARONA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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