Vestkyst Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vestkyst Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 55.47 N,5 45.89 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.924500
  • Longitude: 5.764833
Water Depth 420 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VESTKYST
Type carrier
Flag NO
Length 42 m
Width 7.5 m
Draught 2.9
Tonnage 276
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 2000
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 2000
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.3.00 SANK IN KVINNHERADSFJORDEN NEAR HEROYSUND. (LL, 28.2.00). POSN 5559.5N, 0546.0E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2015/000014882 25.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 22. [ED DEC 2015, CORR TO 8.12.15]. AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 25, 2016

Circumstances of loss

28.2.00 VESSEL BUILT IN 1951. SANK IN ROUGH SEA, AFTER TAKING IN WATER. CREW OF 3 RESCUED. PASSAGE ETNE FOR OS. (LL, 28.2.00)

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FAQ

Where is the VESTKYST wreck located?

The VESTKYST wreck is located at coordinates 59 55.47 N,5 45.89 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VESTKYST?

The seabed around the VESTKYST lies at approximately 420 meters deep.

When did the VESTKYST sink?

The VESTKYST sank on Feb 23, 2000.

When was the wreck of the VESTKYST discovered?

The wreck of the VESTKYST was discovered in 2000.

What country did the VESTKYST belong to?

The VESTKYST belonged to NO.

What cargo was the VESTKYST carrying?

The VESTKYST was carrying sand.

What was the tonnage of the VESTKYST?

The VESTKYST had a tonnage of 276 tons.

What type of wreck is the VESTKYST?

The VESTKYST is classified as a carrier.

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