Teunika (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Teunika (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
56 36.2 N,6 23.633 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 56.603333
- Longitude: -6.393883
|
| Wreck Depth |
71 m
|
| Water Depth |
75 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
carrier
|
| Flag |
NL |
| Length |
34.1 m |
| Width |
6.7 m |
| Draught |
2.4 |
| Sonar Length |
33 |
| Sonar Width |
8 |
| Shadow Height |
4 |
| Orientation |
135 |
| Tonnage |
199 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
stone
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
May 16, 1969
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Scour Dimensions |
0078.0,,003.0,135 |
| Debris Field |
NIL |
| Original Detection Year |
1969 |
| Last Detection Year |
2011 |
| Original Source |
national HO authority radio navigational warning |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 11, 2013 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the vessel identified as TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) is located off the coast of the Isle of Mull, Scotland, near Caliach Point. The underwater obstruction is positioned at coordinates 56 36.200 N, 06 23.633 W. Following a detailed survey, the wreck is confirmed to be intact and lying in an upright position. The least multibeam depth over the obstruction is 71.6 meters within a general depth of 75 meters. The vessel structure measures 33 meters in length, 8 meters in width, and stands 4.0 meters high, oriented on a 135/315-degree axis. A scour 3 meters deep extends 44 meters towards 135 degrees from the wreck site. This hydrographic data confirms the current status of the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) as a submerged wreck located in the waters off the Scottish coastline.
Surveying Details
H539/61 16.5.69 SANK 253DEG, 2.5M FROM CALIACH PT. (TELECON RNW). GIVES POSN 563540N, 062336W APPROX. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. 19.10.72 AMEND TO USCPA 10FMS. NE 2722. H2958/69 15.10.74 AMEND TO USCPA 18MTRS. NC 2392. H1270/83 24.6.85 AMEND TO USCPA 45MTRS. BR STD. 11.3.13 EXAM'D 14.11.11 IN 5636.200N, 0623.633W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 71.6 IN GEN DEPTH 75MTRS. SCOUR 3MTRS DEEP EXTENDS 44MTRS TOWARDS 135 DEGS. LENGTH 33MTRS, WIDTH 8MTRS, HT 4.0MTRS. LIES 135/315 DEGS. INTACT AND UPRIGHT. (NETSURVEY, HI 1298). PROBABLY THIS VESSEL. AMEND WK 71MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
EX-MARKEN, EX-WILLEM, EX-VELOCITAS, EX-WILHEMENA. BUILT IN 1936. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERIJ TEUNIKA'. SIX CYLINDER OIL ENGINE OF 150 HP. MACHINERY AFT. PASSAGE CORPACH FOR TIREE. CARGO GRAVEL. SPRANG A LEAK AND WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY M TRAWLER CORENA BUT SANK 11M W OF TOBERMORY.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
56 36.2 N,6 23.633 W
Teunika (Probably) on Wreck Map
Teunika (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 36.2 N,6 23.633 W.
How deep is the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 71 meters and is located at coordinates 56 36.2 N,6 23.633 W.
How deep is the seabed around the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 75 meters deep.
When did the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) sink?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) sank on May 16, 1969.
When was the wreck of the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1969.
What country did the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) belong to?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) belonged to NL.
What cargo was the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) carrying?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) was carrying stone.
What was the tonnage of the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY)?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 199 tons.
What type of wreck is the TEUNIKA (PROBABLY)?
The TEUNIKA (PROBABLY) is classified as a carrier.
General Comments
UPRIGHT, INTACT