Adelaide (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Adelaide (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 11.538 N,0 36.837 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.192300
  • Longitude: -0.613950
Wreck Depth 67 m
Water Depth 71 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Sonar Length 30
Sonar Width 7
Shadow Height 4.2
Orientation 70
Tonnage 133
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 2001

Surveying Details

3.8.72 3.8.72 SUNK 30 MILES ENE OF TYNE IN 551156N, 003639W, APPROX. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). H6330/87/2 8.12.88 H6330/87/2 8.12.88 EXAM'D 20.9.88 IN 551132N, 003644W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS [6 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 66.8 IN GEN DEPTH 71MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 4.2MTRS, LENGTH 30MTRS, WIDTH 7MTRS. LYING 070/250 DEG, INTACT AND PARTLY BURIED, WITH HIGH POINT (MAST OR FISHING GEAR) AT E END. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 414A). INS AS WK 67MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE.

General Comments

INTACT, PARTLY BURIED, MAST OR NETS AT E END

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FAQ

Where is the ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 11.538 N,0 36.837 W.

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

The ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 67 meters and is located at coordinates 55 11.538 N,0 36.837 W.

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

The seabed around the ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 71 meters deep.

When did the ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 2, 1917.

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

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

What country did the ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY)?

The ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 133 tons.

What type of wreck is the ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY)?

The ADELAIDE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.

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