Carasa (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Carasa (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 29.533 N,5 7.563 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.492217
  • Longitude: -5.126050
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARASA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Length 86.6 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2099
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 23, 2011

Surveying Details

H5134/18 17.9.18 H5134/18 17.9.18 WK IN 502930N, 050730W IN 20FMS OF WATER. NO OBSTRUCTION AT 10FMS, NOT DANGEROUS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H6391/19 H6391/19 NOT SHOWN ON BA CHARTS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 8.3.20 8.3.20 CHART AS WK (OLD SYMBOL). BR STD. H2537 27.8.28 H2537 & H4337/28 27.8.28 DELETED FROM CHARTS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) H2959/73 23.7.74 H2959/73 23.7.74 SEE WK IN 503010N, 050844W [16649]. 25.3.99 25.3.99 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. 23.11.11 23.11.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE UB-92.

General Comments

See Also: 16649

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FAQ

Where is the CARASA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The CARASA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 29.533 N,5 7.563 W.

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

The seabed around the CARASA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the CARASA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The CARASA (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 25, 1918.

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

The wreck of the CARASA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the CARASA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The CARASA (POSSIBLY) belonged to ES.

What cargo was the CARASA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The CARASA (POSSIBLY) was carrying minerals,ore.

What was the tonnage of the CARASA (POSSIBLY)?

The CARASA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2099 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARASA (POSSIBLY)?

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

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