Clapham Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Clapham Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 37.326 N,5 12.064 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.622100
  • Longitude: -5.201067
Wreck Depth 39 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAPHAM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 61.1 m
Width 9.3 m
Draught 3.5
Tonnage 785
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 23, 1943
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2005

Surveying Details

H067/43 H067/43 POSN 513718N, 051200W, OR 196DEG, 3.7M FROM ST ANNS HEAD. (FOIC MILFORD) INS AS NDW. 12.12.72 12.12.72 NOW SHOWN AS WK USC 39MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN) NC 2878. H3804/72 3.10.77 H3804/72 3.10.77 NOTHING FOUND, AND NO INDICATION DURING DCS3 SONAR SEARCH 5C AROUND REPD POSN, SEP'76. (HMS WOODLARK R OF S 266/6 DTD 17.12.76) DELETE. AMENDED TO DEAD, CLAPHAM NOW PROABLY WK IN 513659.23N, 051338.49W [SEE 11961]. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-VILLE D'EU, BUILT 1901 BY S M'KNIGHT & CO. LTD., AYR, WITH SINGLE SHAFT 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 116HP. MACINERY BY ROSS & DUNCAN, GLASGOW. SUNK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WHILST ON PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR BELFAST. (SIBI)

General Comments

See Also: 11961

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FAQ

Where is the CLAPHAM wreck located?

The CLAPHAM wreck is located at coordinates 51 37.326 N,5 12.064 W.

How deep is the CLAPHAM and where exactly is it located?

The CLAPHAM lies at a depth of about 39 meters and is located at coordinates 51 37.326 N,5 12.064 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAPHAM?

The seabed around the CLAPHAM lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the CLAPHAM sink?

The CLAPHAM sank on Jul 23, 1943.

When was the wreck of the CLAPHAM discovered?

The wreck of the CLAPHAM was discovered in 1943.

What country did the CLAPHAM belong to?

The CLAPHAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLAPHAM carrying?

The CLAPHAM was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CLAPHAM?

The CLAPHAM had a tonnage of 785 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAPHAM?

The CLAPHAM is classified as a steam ship.

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