Cordova Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cordova Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 53.97 N,4 14.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.899500
  • Longitude: 4.248333
Water Depth 290 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CORDOVA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2284
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal,coke
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SANK ABOUT 25M W OF SLAATERO LT. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). NCA, TOO DEEP AND POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 12.1.05 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 5953.970N, 0414.900E [WGD]. NC 286.
Last Amended Date Jan 28, 2020

Circumstances of loss

PART OF A CONVOY WHICH DISPERSED WHEN ATTACKED BY GERMAN DESTROYERS. SUNK BY GUNFIRE. PASSAGE TYNE FOR CHRISTIANIA. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the CORDOVA wreck located?

The CORDOVA wreck is located at coordinates 59 53.97 N,4 14.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CORDOVA?

The seabed around the CORDOVA lies at approximately 290 meters deep.

When did the CORDOVA sink?

The CORDOVA sank on Dec 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CORDOVA discovered?

The wreck of the CORDOVA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CORDOVA belong to?

The CORDOVA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CORDOVA carrying?

The CORDOVA was carrying coal,coke.

What was the tonnage of the CORDOVA?

The CORDOVA had a tonnage of 2284 tons.

What type of wreck is the CORDOVA?

The CORDOVA is classified as a steam ship.

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