Vestjyden (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vestjyden (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 1.144 N,4 33.262 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.019067
  • Longitude: 4.554367
Wreck Depth 62 m
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag DK
Sonar Length 68
Shadow Height 5
Orientation 15
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1974
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.4.75 SANK IN 570500N, 042800E. (LLOYD'S CASUALTY RETURN TO 1/75). H4502/75 20.7.77 LOCATED IN 570110.9N, 043321.03E [EUR]. DCS3 HT 5MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 65MTRS. LENGTH 68MTRS. LIES 015/195DEGS. APPEARS TO BE UPRIGHT WITH SCATTERED DEBRIS EITHER SIDE. (DECCA SURVEY LTD, EUROSHELF (OPS) DIVISION, WK REPORT DTD APRIL 1977). INS AS WK 60MTRS. BR STD. H4491/70 25.11.77 REPD AS WK 62MTRS IN 570112N, 043324E [EUR]. (NORWAY NM 946/77). NCA. 22.8.12 [WGD] POSN: 5701.144N, 0433.262E.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. SUFFERED MACHINERY DAMAGE. WHILE BEING ASSISTED SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL, UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 57 1.144 N,4 33.262 E.

How deep is the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 62 meters and is located at coordinates 57 1.144 N,4 33.262 E.

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

The seabed around the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 8, 1974.

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

The wreck of the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1975.

What country did the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY)?

The VESTJYDEN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.