Skjold Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Skjold Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 56.133 N,10 59.1 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.935550
  • Longitude: 10.985000
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name SKJOLD
Type dredger
Flag DK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1952
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 2015

Simplified Wreck Survey

Historical shipwreck data for the vessel Skjold located at coordinates 54 56.133 N, 10 59.1 E. This underwater wreck site in Danish waters has a complex survey history, initially reported as raised in August 1952 before being recorded as blasted on official navigation diagrams under Danish wreck records number 456059. Recent hydrographic updates from the UK Hydrographic Office and Danish charts indicate this obstruction is now marked as dead and removed from current mapping.

Surveying Details

10.2.72 WK IN 545608N, 105906E, REPORTED RAISED ON 8.8.52, BUT SHOWN AS HAVING BEEN BLASTED ON DIAGRAM. (DANISH WK RECORDS NO.456059). NCA YET. SEP 2015/000224411 16.11.15 NOT SHOWN ON DANISH 142 [ED22, DTD 8.10.15]. AMEND DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the SKJOLD wreck located?

The SKJOLD wreck is located at coordinates 54 56.133 N,10 59.1 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SKJOLD?

The seabed around the SKJOLD lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the SKJOLD sink?

The SKJOLD sank on Jul 28, 1952.

When was the wreck of the SKJOLD discovered?

The wreck of the SKJOLD was discovered in 1972.

What country did the SKJOLD belong to?

The SKJOLD belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the SKJOLD?

The SKJOLD is classified as a dredger.

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