Deucalion (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Deucalion (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 11.953 N,2 35.761 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 50.199217
- Longitude: -2.596017
|
| Wreck Depth |
40 m
|
| Water Depth |
60 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
NL |
| Length |
90.5 m |
| Width |
13.1 m |
| Draught |
4.9 |
| Tonnage |
1796 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
ballast
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jul 4, 1940
|
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Last Detection Year |
2003 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority wreck information |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 15, 2003 |
Surveying Details
H1001/40 H1001/40 (NO DATE) REPORTED SUNK 20M SSW FROM PORTLAND LT OR, IN 501100N,023300W. (TRADE DIVISION LIST). NCA YET. H113/45 25.3.45 H113/45 25.3.45 SONAR CONTACT IN 501200N, 023400W APPROX. (PLYMOUTH LIST 840/5). NCA. H651/56 13.1.56 H651/56 13.1.56 CONTACT INSERTED IN 501100N, 023300W. 8.3.56 8.3.56 NOT FOUND BY ASDIC IN AREA SWEEP. (HMS SCOTT, 1954). DELETED. BR STD. 19.11.75 19.11.75 USC 22FMS PA IN 501100N, 023300W. (NC BRANCH). NE 2649. 9.8.78 9.8.78 USC 40MTRS PA IN 501100N, 023300W. (NC BRANCH). NC 2454. 18.1.80 18.1.80 NDW PA SHOWN ON FRENCH CHART 878 [1979 EDN, 1:240000]. NCA. H1310/87/17 7.4.87 H1310/87/17 7.4.87 UNCHARTED WRECK LOCATED IN 501155N, 023541W . ACCURACY 1 MILE. THOUGHT POSSIBLY TO BE THE DEUCLION. (T HANLON TELECON 7.4.87). CHART CORRECTING ACTION IN H1270/79. BR STD. 24.6.87 24.6.87 CONFIRMED THAT THERE IS A WRECK IN 501155N, 023541W DURING RECENT INVESTIGATION. MAGNETOMETER INDICATED METALLO-FERROUS CONTENT OF AROUND 3500TONNES. (T HANLON TELECON 23.6.87). NCA. HH090/961/01 15.12.03 HH090/961/01 15.12.03 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 961). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT 1914 BY RIJKEE & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KONINKLIJKE NEDERLANDSCHE STOOMBOOT MAATS. PASSAGE LONDON FOR ST. JOHN'S, NF. WAS BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 11.953 N,2 35.761 W
Deucalion (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Deucalion (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 11.953 N,2 35.761 W.
How deep is the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 50 11.953 N,2 35.761 W.
How deep is the seabed around the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 60 meters deep.
When did the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) sink?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 4, 1940.
When was the wreck of the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.
What country did the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) belonged to NL.
What cargo was the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.
What was the tonnage of the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY)?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1796 tons.
What type of wreck is the DEUCALION (POSSIBLY)?
The DEUCALION (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.