Alexandrovna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Alexandrovna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.468 N,1 58.082 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.591133
  • Longitude: -1.968033
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALEXANDROVNA
Type sailing vessel
Flag US
Tonnage 1250
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1882
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1994
Original Source diver
Surveying Details 15.3.94 15.3.94 WRECKAGE TO BE FOUND AT A DEPTH OF ABOUT 7MTRS AT THE FOOT OF THE CLIFF FACE NEAR THE 'RAGGED ROCKS' IN APPROX 503526N, 015800W [OGB]. (DIVE DORSET). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1874 BY G M STEEVES, LIVERPOOL. PASSAGE MASLUIS FOR CARDIFF. DRIVEN ASHORE DURING A SSW'LY 'HURRICANE' AND WAS BROKEN INTO PIECES IN 10 MINUTES. CREW OF 18 LOST. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ALEXANDROVNA wreck located?

The ALEXANDROVNA wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.468 N,1 58.082 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEXANDROVNA?

The seabed around the ALEXANDROVNA lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the ALEXANDROVNA sink?

The ALEXANDROVNA sank on Apr 28, 1882.

When was the wreck of the ALEXANDROVNA discovered?

The wreck of the ALEXANDROVNA was discovered in 1994.

What country did the ALEXANDROVNA belong to?

The ALEXANDROVNA belonged to US.

What cargo was the ALEXANDROVNA carrying?

The ALEXANDROVNA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ALEXANDROVNA?

The ALEXANDROVNA had a tonnage of 1250 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALEXANDROVNA?

The ALEXANDROVNA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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