Dania Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dania Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 30 N,8 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.500000
  • Longitude: -8.416667
Water Depth 158 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DANIA
Type steam ship
Flag RU
Length 95.7 m
Width 14.1 m
Draught 6.2
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 573000N, 082500W [UND]. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL. 18).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-GOTHIC. BUILT IN 1905 BY SUNDERLAND S.B. CO LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NORTHERN S.S. CO LTD. SCREW, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 272HP. MACHINERY BY NE MARINWE ENG. CO LTD. PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR ARCHANGEL. TORPEDOED BY U-55 OFF STRONOWAY. (LLWW1 & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DANIA wreck located?

The DANIA wreck is located at coordinates 57 30 N,8 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DANIA?

The seabed around the DANIA lies at approximately 158 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the DANIA discovered?

The wreck of the DANIA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the DANIA belong to?

The DANIA belonged to RU.

What type of wreck is the DANIA?

The DANIA is classified as a steam ship.