Valborg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Valborg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		64 5 N,22 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 64.083333
  • Longitude: -22.666667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name VALBORG
Type steam ship
Flag FI
Tonnage 1282
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 19, 1958
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H631/58 4.6.58 ASHORE IN 640500N, 224000W APPROX. (LLOYDS LIST). NCA YET. 13.5.81 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC CHART 31 [1981 EDN, 1:300,000]. NCA. 2.9.06 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 36 [INT 1112] [JUN '03 EDN, LARGEST SCALE]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, REPORTEDLY ASHORE ON ROCKS AT GAROSKAGI, ICELAND. (LLOYDS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the VALBORG wreck located?

The VALBORG wreck is located at coordinates 64 5 N,22 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VALBORG?

The seabed around the VALBORG lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the VALBORG sink?

The VALBORG sank on Jan 19, 1958.

When was the wreck of the VALBORG discovered?

The wreck of the VALBORG was discovered in 1958.

What country did the VALBORG belong to?

The VALBORG belonged to FI.

What was the tonnage of the VALBORG?

The VALBORG had a tonnage of 1282 tons.

What type of wreck is the VALBORG?

The VALBORG is classified as a steam ship.

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