Alma Dawson (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alma dawson (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 32.847 N,6 44.521 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.547450
  • Longitude: -6.742017
Wreck Depth 87 m
Water Depth 95 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 109.7 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 7.3
Sonar Length 115
Shadow Height 8
Orientation 150
Tonnage 3985
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1940
Scour Dimensions ,,001.0,
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2000

Surveying Details

SANK IN 553200N, 064400W. (WW2SL). 18.8.53 18.8.53 INS AS NDWPA IN 553200N, 064400W. F6629 H5251/68 10.6.68 H5251/68 10.6.68 OCCASIONAL RANDOM SONAR CONTACTS. NO INDICATION OF A WK ON E/S TRACE. (HMS MERMAID, 20.5.68). DELETE FROM FLEET CHARTS. H2317/85 12.2.86 H2317/85 12.2.86 EXAM'D 28.9.85 IN 553251N, 064428W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 87 IN GEN DEPTH 95MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR DEEP. DCS3 HT 8MTRS, LENGTH 105 TO 115MTRS. LYING 150/330DEG. A SMALL SEPARATE SECTION OF WKGE LIES 50MTRS EAST OF WK, WHICH IS APPARENTLY FAIRLY INTACT. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 262B). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1917, STRUCK A MINE & SANK WHILST EN-ROUTE FROM MONTREAL TO IPSWICH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JUBILEE STEAM NAVIGATION CO.

General Comments

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FAQ

Where is the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 32.847 N,6 44.521 W.

How deep is the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 87 meters and is located at coordinates 55 32.847 N,6 44.521 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 95 meters deep.

When did the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) sink?

The ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 24, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) belong to?

The ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY)?

The ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 3985 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY)?

The ALMA DAWSON (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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