Concha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Concha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 39.513 N,5 14.989 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.658550
  • Longitude: -5.249817
Wreck Depth 48 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CONCHA
Type steam ship
Flag CR
Length 53.4 m
Width 8.8 m
Sonar Length 69
Sonar Width 36
Orientation 8
Tonnage 662
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 10, 1958
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6859/58 16.12.58 H6859/58 16.12.58 SUNK IN 513930N, 051451W. (LLOYDS & TRINITY HOUSE). INS AS NDW. BR STD. H3804/72 3.10.77 H3804/72 3.10.77 LOCATED 25.10.76 IN 513929.21N, 051455.51W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 48.6 IN GEN DEPTH 52MTRS. LENGTH 69MTRS, WIDTH 36MTRS. LYING 008/188DEGS. NO SCOUR. (HMS WOODLARK, ROS DTD 17.12.77). BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 5139.513N, 0514.989W.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1919 BY ERIKSBERGS M/V A/B, GOTHENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPANIA LINEA ROZA LTD. PASSAGE DUBLIN FOR SWANSEA. SANK OFF GRASSHOLM ISLAND FOLLOWING EXPLOSION & FIRE IN ENGINE ROOM. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the CONCHA wreck located?

The CONCHA wreck is located at coordinates 51 39.513 N,5 14.989 W.

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

The CONCHA lies at a depth of about 48 meters and is located at coordinates 51 39.513 N,5 14.989 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CONCHA?

The seabed around the CONCHA lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the CONCHA sink?

The CONCHA sank on Sep 10, 1958.

When was the wreck of the CONCHA discovered?

The wreck of the CONCHA was discovered in 1958.

What country did the CONCHA belong to?

The CONCHA belonged to CR.

What cargo was the CONCHA carrying?

The CONCHA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CONCHA?

The CONCHA had a tonnage of 662 tons.

What type of wreck is the CONCHA?

The CONCHA is classified as a steam ship.

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