Storjen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Storjen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 14.845 N,2 27.292 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.247417
  • Longitude: -2.454867
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STORJEN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 14.6 m
Tonnage 21
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 2, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H454/67 4.7.78 SANK IN POSN 561451N, 022712W. (HMS WOTTON, SIGNAL DTD 2.7.78). INS AS USC 40MTRS. - NM 1705/78.
Last Amended Date Apr 4, 1979

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING FIRE. CREW OF TWO RESCUED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the STORJEN wreck located?

The STORJEN wreck is located at coordinates 56 14.845 N,2 27.292 W.

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

The STORJEN lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 56 14.845 N,2 27.292 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STORJEN?

The seabed around the STORJEN lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the STORJEN sink?

The STORJEN sank on Jul 2, 1978.

When was the wreck of the STORJEN discovered?

The wreck of the STORJEN was discovered in 1978.

What country did the STORJEN belong to?

The STORJEN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the STORJEN?

The STORJEN had a tonnage of 21 tons.

What type of wreck is the STORJEN?

The STORJEN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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