Virka Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Virka Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 46 N,5 53 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.766667
  • Longitude: 5.883333
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIRKA
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 19.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.1.72 SANK IN 30FMS OF WATER OFF OLFARNES. (LLOYDS VOL.207) POSN 594600N, 055300E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2015/000016043 26.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 20 [ED DEC 2015, COR TO 18.12.15]. AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 26, 2016

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HALSNOY BETONG. VESSEL SPRANG A LEAK IN ICE IN SKANEVIKFJORD, WAS BEACHED AND MOORED AT OLFARNES BUT LATER SLIPPED OFF AND SANK. SALVAGE UNLIKELY DUE TO COST INVOLVED. (LLOYDS VOL.207).

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FAQ

Where is the VIRKA wreck located?

The VIRKA wreck is located at coordinates 59 46 N,5 53 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIRKA?

The seabed around the VIRKA lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the VIRKA sink?

The VIRKA sank on Jan 12, 1972.

When was the wreck of the VIRKA discovered?

The wreck of the VIRKA was discovered in 1972.

What country did the VIRKA belong to?

The VIRKA belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the VIRKA?

The VIRKA is classified as a motor vessel.

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