Clapham (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Clapham (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 37.013 N,5 13.704 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.616883
  • Longitude: -5.228400
Wreck Depth 48 m
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAPHAM (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 61.1 m
Width 9.3 m
Draught 3.5
Sonar Length 60
Orientation 30
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 2004
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2005

Surveying Details

H067/43 H067/43 POSN 513718N, 051200W, OR 196DEG, 3.7M FROM ST ANN'S HD. (FOIC MILFORD). H3804/72 3.10.77 H3804/72 3.10.77 OBSTN LOCATED 17.9.76 IN 513659.23N, 051338.49W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST DEPTH 48.2MTRS IN GEN DEPTH OF 50-52MTRS. LENGTH APPROX 60MTRS. LYING APPROX 030/210DEGS. (HMS WOODLARK, ROS DTD 17.12.77). CONSIDERED POSSIBLY TO BE A ROCKY PINNACLE BY SHIP BUT THOUGHT TO BE A WRECK. INS AS WK 48MTRS. BR STD. 16.12.04 16.12.04 EUT POSN: 5137.013N, 0513.704W. NE 2878.

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)

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FAQ

Where is the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 37.013 N,5 13.704 W.

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

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 48 meters and is located at coordinates 51 37.013 N,5 13.704 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) sink?

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 23, 1943.

When was the wreck of the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1943.

What country did the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) belong to?

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) carrying?

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY)?

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 785 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAPHAM (PROBABLY)?

The CLAPHAM (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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