Skarpsno Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Skarpsno Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
44 17 N,1 30.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.283333
  • Longitude: -1.508333
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SKARPSNO
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 85.7 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.4
Tonnage 1766
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
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 charts
Surveying Details H2474/19 9.7.19 WK SHOWN IN 441700N, 013030W ON FRENCH WK CHART 10105. BR STD. H5245/51 14.9.51 DELETE. (HYDRO). NC 1104. H801/61 28.2.61 NOT SHOWN ON LC 2664. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 21, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1889 BY WOOD, SKINNER & CO, WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 205NHP. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY AKTIES ORSNOES. STRUCK A MINE & SANK IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (DODS). SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM BORDEAUX & VERDON ROADS TO SANTANDER. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the SKARPSNO wreck located?

The SKARPSNO wreck is located at coordinates 44 17 N,1 30.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SKARPSNO?

The seabed around the SKARPSNO lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the SKARPSNO sink?

The SKARPSNO sank on Jun 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the SKARPSNO discovered?

The wreck of the SKARPSNO was discovered in 1917.

What country did the SKARPSNO belong to?

The SKARPSNO belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SKARPSNO carrying?

The SKARPSNO was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SKARPSNO?

The SKARPSNO had a tonnage of 1766 tons.

What type of wreck is the SKARPSNO?

The SKARPSNO is classified as a steam ship.