Steuben (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Steuben (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 9.5 N,16 37.567 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.158333
  • Longitude: 16.626117
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name STEUBEN (POSSIBLY)
Type merchant vessel
Flag DE
Length 160.3 m
Width 19.8 m
Draught 13.1
Tonnage 14660
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 10, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1960
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK BETWEEN STOLPE BANK AND THE POMERANIAN COAST. (DODS). H2815/46 26.8.46 WK, NOT DANGEROUS TO NAVIGATION, IN 550912N, 163715E. (LENINGRAD NM 187/46) BR STD. H6721/53 4.2.54 SHOWN IN 550930N, 163734E ON GERMAN 209. NC 2368. 6.9.73 NOT SHOWN ON POLISH 117 [RECEIVED IN 1960!]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 2369.
Last Amended Date Jul 3, 1992

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1923 BY VULKAN WERKE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES & LP TURBINE OF 1622NHP. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY RUSSIAN SUBMARINE S13, BETWEEN STOLPE BANK AND THE POMERANIAN COAST WHILE CARRYING TROOPS AND SOME 1000 CIVILIAN EVACUEES FROM EAST PRUSSIA. SANK QUICKLY WITH HEAVY LOSS OF LIFE, BELIEVED TO BE IN THE REGION OF 3000. (DODS & SEA BREEZES). [SEE ALSO 02230077].

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FAQ

Where is the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 9.5 N,16 37.567 E.

How deep is the seabed around the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 10, 1945.

When was the wreck of the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY)?

The STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 14660 tons.

What type of wreck is the STEUBEN (POSSIBLY)?

The STEUBEN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a merchant vessel.

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