Viken (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Viken (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 55.86 N,1 57.065 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.931000
  • Longitude: -1.951083
Wreck Depth 77 m
Water Depth 86 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIKEN (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 79.9 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.5
Sonar Length 81
Sonar Width 18
Shadow Height 8.6
Orientation 39
Tonnage 1825
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Dec 24, 2008

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck known as Viken possibly is located underwater at coordinates 58 55.86 N, 1 57.065 W. Survey data confirms the wreck lies upright and intact on the seabed in a general depth of 86.4 meters, with a least multibeam depth of 77.8 meters over the obstruction. The structural dimensions of the underwater wreck measure 81 meters in length, 18 meters in width, and a height of 8.6 meters, oriented along a 039/219 degree axis with the bow facing south-southwest and no seabed scour present.

Surveying Details

H3039/26 APPROX SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 585700N, 015600W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). INS AS NDW (1917) (PA). H1357/62 27.3.62 AMEND TO NDW PA. NC 1942. 6.9.78 AMEND TO WK USC PA 77MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NC 1942. HH091/137/01 - SEP 2009/000003219 24.12.08 EXAM'D 11.8.08 IN 5855.8599N, 0157.0652W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 77.8 IN GEN DEPTH 86.4MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 81MTRS, WIDTH 18MTRS, HT 8.6MTRS. LIES 039/219 DEGS WITH BOWS SSW. INTACT, UPRIGHT. LIMITED DETAIL DUE TO DEPTH. (NETSURVEY, HI 1137). AMEND WK 77MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1916 BY LINDHOLMES MEK VERKSTAD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J M DANNBERG. PASSAGE FREEPORT, TEXAS FOR GOTHENBURG. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 214NHP. TORPEDOED 20 MILES E OF THE ORKNEYS. (LL WW1, WW1SL & DODS).

General Comments

INTACT, UPRIGHT, BOWS SSW

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FAQ

Where is the VIKEN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 55.86 N,1 57.065 W.

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

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 77 meters and is located at coordinates 58 55.86 N,1 57.065 W.

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

The seabed around the VIKEN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 86 meters deep.

When did the VIKEN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) sank on May 17, 1917.

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

The wreck of the VIKEN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the VIKEN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) belonged to SE.

What cargo was the VIKEN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the VIKEN (POSSIBLY)?

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1825 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIKEN (POSSIBLY)?

The VIKEN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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