Don Lorenzo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Don lorenzo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 24.768 N,3 29.822 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.412800
  • Longitude: -3.497033
Wreck Depth 8.5 m
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DON LORENZO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 107
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1927
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1927
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 29, 2008

Surveying Details

H7566/27 H7566/27 SUNK IN 502430N, 033000W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. TNM 2036/27 ISSUED. H7566/27 15.8.28 H7566/27 15.8.28 WK BLOWN UP. BUOY REMOVED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). TNM 2036/27 CANCELLED. H7679/38 28.11.38 H7679/38 28.11.38 FOUND IN 502444N, 032945W [OGB]. (HMS GLEANER). TNM 2534/38 ISSUED. H7679/38 12.12.38 H7679/38 12.12.38 INS DANGER CIRCLE, 28FT FOUL GROUND, 'WRECKAGE'. (HMS GLEANER). BR STD. 9.1.50 9.1.50 SHOWN AS WK 4FMS 3FT. NC 2454. H2502/51 19.4.51 H2502/51 19.4.51 NOT FOUND. (HMS SEAGULL). DELETE FROM ALL CHARTS. H2003/84 11.9.84 H2003/84 11.9.84 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (GARDLINE SURVEY LTD., HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED AND CAPSIZED. (ADMIRALTY, DEVONPORT). SS, WITH 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, 1 BOILER. ON PASSAGE GRAVESEND FOR OPORTO. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the DON LORENZO wreck located?

The DON LORENZO wreck is located at coordinates 50 24.768 N,3 29.822 W.

How deep is the DON LORENZO and where exactly is it located?

The DON LORENZO lies at a depth of about 8.5 meters and is located at coordinates 50 24.768 N,3 29.822 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DON LORENZO?

The seabed around the DON LORENZO lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the DON LORENZO sink?

The DON LORENZO sank on Nov 17, 1927.

When was the wreck of the DON LORENZO discovered?

The wreck of the DON LORENZO was discovered in 1927.

What country did the DON LORENZO belong to?

The DON LORENZO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DON LORENZO carrying?

The DON LORENZO was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the DON LORENZO?

The DON LORENZO had a tonnage of 107 tons.

What type of wreck is the DON LORENZO?

The DON LORENZO is classified as a steam ship.

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