Devonian Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Devonian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 56.216 N,0 46.49 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.936933
  • Longitude: 0.774833
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEVONIAN
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 128
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 18, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 30M NE 0.5 N OF SPURN LT VESSEL. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 535612N, 004636E FOR FILING ONLY. H4064/85 13.1.87 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST IN THIS POSN. (UDI GROUP LTD, HI 321A). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 12, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY EDWARDS BROTHERS, N SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALLEN STEAM FISHING CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 35 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY GRIMSBY CO-OPERATIVE B & F CO LTD. MINED. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DEVONIAN wreck located?

The DEVONIAN wreck is located at coordinates 53 56.216 N,0 46.49 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DEVONIAN?

The seabed around the DEVONIAN lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the DEVONIAN sink?

The DEVONIAN sank on Sep 18, 1915.

When was the wreck of the DEVONIAN discovered?

The wreck of the DEVONIAN was discovered in 1915.

What country did the DEVONIAN belong to?

The DEVONIAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DEVONIAN carrying?

The DEVONIAN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the DEVONIAN?

The DEVONIAN had a tonnage of 128 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEVONIAN?

The DEVONIAN is classified as a trawler.