Taifun (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Taifun (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 22.548 N,64 41.221 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.375800
  • Longitude: -64.687017
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAIFUN (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag SE
Orientation 64
Tonnage 1454
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 2, 1921
Original Detection Year 1960
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Jul 12, 2010

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Taifun is located off the coast of Bermuda at coordinates 32 22.548 N, 64 41.221 W. Historical survey records and aerial photography identify this site as a stranded wreck, possibly the vessel Taifun, with the wreckage described as an underwater obstruction. Early survey data from the 1960s and 1970s recorded the obstruction in the vicinity, while later 1994 analysis confirmed an outline of a stranded wreck at these coordinates. This site remains a charted maritime hazard and is documented in official hydrographic records for the Bermuda region.

Surveying Details

H6159/59 20.6.60 ST SHOWN IN 322229N, 644108W ON HMS VIDAL SURVEY [K2547-17]. NC 1315. 20.1.72 MAY BE WK OF TAIFUN IN 3212229N, 644108W (SEA BREEZES, VOL 46, JAN '72). 5.7.94 OUTLINE OF STRANDED WRECK [HEIGHT NOT DETERMINED] IN 322231.5N, 644113W [WGD]. (AERIAL PHOTO PG 2137-LP1 1980/412 1990). INS AS STF. NC 1315.

Circumstances of loss

SWEDISH STEEL BARQUE TAIFUN OWNED BY MR H SCHLUSSER, STOCKHOLM. DISMASTED OFF BERMUDA & TOWED TO MURRAYS ANCHORAGE. SUBSEQUENTLY SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH US STEAMSHIP COAHOMA COUNTY DURING A GALE. (SEA BREEZES JAN 1972).

General Comments

STEEL HULL

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FAQ

Where is the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 32 22.548 N,64 41.221 W.

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

The seabed around the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 2, 1921.

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

The wreck of the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1960.

What country did the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY)?

The TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1454 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAIFUN (POSSIBLY)?

The TAIFUN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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