Stegg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Stegg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
60 40.97 N,0 36.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.682833
  • Longitude: 0.615000
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STEGG
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 463
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 23, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 22.2.80 NDW PA SHOWN IN 604100N, 003700E. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76). NCA. 27.11.90 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 604100N, 003700E, 60M E OF LERWICK. (LL WW1). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE 60M E OF LERWICK. PASSAGE ARENDAL FOR THE TYNE. (WW1SL, LL WW1 & SCANDINAVIAN WW1 LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the STEGG wreck located?

The STEGG wreck is located at coordinates 60 40.97 N,0 36.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the STEGG?

The seabed around the STEGG lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the STEGG sink?

The STEGG sank on Apr 23, 1917.

When was the wreck of the STEGG discovered?

The wreck of the STEGG was discovered in 1917.

What country did the STEGG belong to?

The STEGG belonged to NO.

What cargo was the STEGG carrying?

The STEGG was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the STEGG?

The STEGG had a tonnage of 463 tons.

What type of wreck is the STEGG?

The STEGG is classified as a steam ship.