Dawdon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dawdon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 31.55 N,2 35.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.525833
  • Longitude: 2.598667
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAWDON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1310
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 3, 1914
Original Detection Year 1914
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 15.1.71 MAY BE UNKNOWN DWPA IN 513200N, 023500E OR UNKNOWN DWPA IN 513230N, 023442E.
Last Amended Date Dec 10, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1878 BY SHORT BROS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J M THORMAN & CO. COMPOUND ENGINE OF 152NHP FOR 9 KNOTS. STRUCK A MINE 10M NW BY W WANDELAAR LT V, POSN 513136N, 023600E. 10 CREW KILLED. (WW1BR MSL & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the DAWDON wreck located?

The DAWDON wreck is located at coordinates 51 31.55 N,2 35.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DAWDON?

The seabed around the DAWDON lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the DAWDON sink?

The DAWDON sank on Oct 3, 1914.

When was the wreck of the DAWDON discovered?

The wreck of the DAWDON was discovered in 1914.

What country did the DAWDON belong to?

The DAWDON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DAWDON?

The DAWDON had a tonnage of 1310 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAWDON?

The DAWDON is classified as a steam ship.

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