Valkyrie Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Valkyrie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
60 6.345 N,1 5.383 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 60.105750
- Longitude: -1.089717
|
| Wreck Depth |
40 m
|
| Water Depth |
45 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
VALKYRIE |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
22.6 m |
| Tonnage |
68 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 13, 1991
|
| Original Detection Year |
1991 |
| Last Detection Year |
2007 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 9, 2007 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Shipwreck Details for the vessel VALKYRIE located off the coast of the Shetland Islands. The wreck lies at coordinates 60 6.345 N, 1 5.383 W in the North Sea. Officially surveyed and confirmed, the VALKYRIE rests at a general depth of 50 meters, situated upright and leaning against a submerged rock ledge. While originally charted at a depth of 45 meters, the site has been updated to reflect a clearance depth of 40 meters. This underwater obstruction is a significant maritime site for divers and navigators in the Shetland region. Historical survey data tracks the vessel from its initial sinking in 1991 to its precise location discovery in 2007. The wreck remains a documented underwater hazard in the vicinity of Lerwick.
Surveying Details
HH270/350/01 27.3.91 HH270/350/01 27.3.91 VESSEL SANK IN 600615.5N, 010516W [OGB]. (SHETLAND MRSC, 13.3.91 & LL 14.3.91). INS AS WK USC PA 45MTRS. BR STD. HH270/400/08 30.9.99 HH270/400/08 30.9.99 NDW PA IN 6006.38N, 0105.0W. (LERWICK HARBOUR TRUST, LETTER DTD 19.1.99). BELIEVED TO BE THIS WK. NFA. 9.11.00 9.11.00 [EUT] POSN: 6006.227N, 0105.383W. NE 3272. 8.10.07 SEP 2007/000074162 8.10.07 LOCATED & DIVED IN 6006.345N, 0105.061W IN GEN DEPTH 50MTRS. UPRIGHT & LEANING AGAINST A ROCK LEDGE. (K HEATH, TELECON 8.10.07) CHARTED GEN DEPTH 45MTRS, AMEND TO WK 40MTRS IN REVISED POSN. - NM 5113/07.
Circumstances of loss
RAN AGROUND NEAR BARD HEAD, BRESSAY. WAS BADLY HOLED AND SANK VERY QUICKLY.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
60 6.345 N,1 5.383 W
Valkyrie on Wreck Map
Valkyrie Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the VALKYRIE wreck located?
The VALKYRIE wreck is located at coordinates 60 6.345 N,1 5.383 W.
How deep is the VALKYRIE and where exactly is it located?
The VALKYRIE lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 60 6.345 N,1 5.383 W.
How deep is the seabed around the VALKYRIE?
The seabed around the VALKYRIE lies at approximately 45 meters deep.
When did the VALKYRIE sink?
The VALKYRIE sank on Mar 13, 1991.
When was the wreck of the VALKYRIE discovered?
The wreck of the VALKYRIE was discovered in 1991.
What country did the VALKYRIE belong to?
The VALKYRIE belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the VALKYRIE?
The VALKYRIE had a tonnage of 68 tons.
What type of wreck is the VALKYRIE?
The VALKYRIE is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
STEEL HULL