Dalveen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dalveen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 9.98 N,2 19.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.166333
  • Longitude: -2.318333
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DALVEEN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 124.1 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5193
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.1.79 SUNK IN 581000N, 021900W. (LL WW2 LOSSES). INS AS WK USCPA 40MTRS. BR STD. 26.11.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. DISPROVED. (P ROBERTSON, HI 1372 REPLY TO APPRAISAL DTD 21.11.12). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1927 BY SCOTTS SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY UNITED STEAM NAV CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 446NHP. PASSAGE MONTREAL FOR HULL. BOMBED AND SUNK. 11 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the DALVEEN wreck located?

The DALVEEN wreck is located at coordinates 58 9.98 N,2 19.1 W.

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

The DALVEEN lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 58 9.98 N,2 19.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DALVEEN?

The seabed around the DALVEEN lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the DALVEEN sink?

The DALVEEN sank on Sep 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the DALVEEN discovered?

The wreck of the DALVEEN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the DALVEEN belong to?

The DALVEEN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DALVEEN carrying?

The DALVEEN was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the DALVEEN?

The DALVEEN had a tonnage of 5193 tons.

What type of wreck is the DALVEEN?

The DALVEEN is classified as a steam ship.