Tekla (Part Of)(Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tekla (part of)(probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 16.576 N,2 26.559 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.276267
  • Longitude: -2.442650
Wreck Depth 51 m
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 75.9 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 4.6
Sonar Length 36
Sonar Width 30
Shadow Height 2.6
Orientation 135
Tonnage 1469
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1940
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2006
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2008

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck survey details for the TEKLA (PART OF) located off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland in the North Sea. The wreck position is 58 16.576 N, 2 26.559 W. This underwater obstruction represents a separated section of the vessel TEKLA. The site features a least multibeam depth of 51.7 meters within a general surrounding depth of 54.9 meters. The structure measures 36 meters in length, 30 meters in width, and stands 2.6 meters high, lying on a 135/315 degree axis. The wreckage shows no scour and displays a strong magnetic anomaly. It is charted as a wreck with a depth of 51 meters and is recognized as a significant underwater obstacle for maritime navigation.

Surveying Details

HH091/150/01 23.1.08 SEP 2008/000007851 & HH091/150/01 23.1.08 EXAM'D 6.06 IN 5816.576N, 0226.559W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 51.7 IN GEN DEPTH 54.9MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 36MTRS, WIDTH 30MTRS, HT 2.6MTRS. LIES 135/315 DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. SEPARATED SECTION OF [1190] (TEKLA) NEARBY. (GARDLINE, HI 1150). INS AS WK 51MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY HELSINGORS JERNSK & MSK, ELSINORE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DMPSK, TORM A/S. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 158NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BURNTISLAND FOR AARHUS. TORPEDOED BY U-55. 9 MEN LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

?SEPARATED SECTION OF [1190]

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 58 16.576 N,2 26.559 W
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FAQ

Where is the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) wreck located?

The TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 16.576 N,2 26.559 W.

How deep is the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 51 meters and is located at coordinates 58 16.576 N,2 26.559 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) sink?

The TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) sank on Jan 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) was discovered in 2006.

What country did the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) belong to?

The TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY)?

The TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1469 tons.

What type of wreck is the TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY)?

The TEKLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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