Dona Isabel (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Dona isabel (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 44.062 N,0 37.721 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 50.734367
- Longitude: 0.628683
|
| Wreck Depth |
15.1 m
|
| Water Depth |
25 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
61.3 m |
| Width |
10.7 m |
| Draught |
6.4 |
| Sonar Length |
41 |
| Sonar Width |
8.6 |
| Shadow Height |
10.2 |
| Orientation |
30 |
| Tonnage |
1179 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Nov 2, 1943
|
| Bottom Texture |
1,4,6,7,17 |
| Scour Dimensions |
170.0,,002.0,045.0 |
| Original Detection Year |
1943 |
| Last Detection Year |
2020 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 1, 2022 |
Surveying Details
H67/43 20.11.45 SUNK IN 504415N, 003718E. (VA DOVER, 5.11.43). H4959/73 10.4.75 NOT LOCATED DURING AREA SWEEP. GEN DEPTH 18MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 55/74). 15.4.85 REPORTED TO LIE, INTACT AND ON PORT SIDE IN 504400N, 003748E. POSN BY DECCA. ORIENTATED NE/SW AND LYING ALONG EDGE OF SANDBANK. OWNED BY SUSSEX MARINE SALVAGE CO. (K MCDONALD, TELECON). INS AS NDW. BR STD. HH100/351/06 17.3.93 LOCATED IN 504402N, 003745E USING DECCA. LIES ON SIDE ON BANK WITH GEN DEPTHS 80 - 100FT. STANDS SOME 20FT ABOVE HARD SEABED. SCOUR DEPTH 110FT. ORIENTATION N/S. (P J BATT, 23.2.93). AMEND TO WK 18MTRS IN REVISED POSN. NE 536. SEP 2013/000030456 4.3.13 LOCATED 5.2012 IN 5044.0621N, 0037.7207E [WGD]. LENGTH 44MTRS, HT 8.0MTRS. (GARDLINE ENVIRONMENTAL, S HASTINGS LICENCE AREA 460 SURVEY DTD 5.2012). AMEND POSN. SEP 2015/000083464 11.2.16 EXAM'D 7.6.15; IN 5044.067N, 0037.726 [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 19.81MTRS, GEN DEPTH 28MTRS. LENGTH 40MTRS, WIDTH 16MTRS, HT 4MTRS, ORIENTATION 030/210. SCOUR 170MTRS TOWARDS 045, SCOUR DEPTH 2MTRS. WK BROKEN UP, PARTIALLY BURIED, STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (HI 1475, GARDLINE GEOSURVEY). AMEND DW 19.8MTRS IN REVISED POSN. SEP 2022/000014872 1.3.22 LOCATED 2.6.20; IN 5044.061N, 0037.721E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 15.1MTRS, GEN DEPTH 25MTRS. LENGTH 41 MTRS, WIDTH 8.6 MTRS, HT 10.2 MTRS, ORIENTATION 030/210. (ABPMER, HASTINGS LICENCE AREA 460 SURVEY DTD 2.6.20) BDC QUERIED DEPTH MUCH SHOALER THAN CHARTED BUT NO RESPONSE SO AMEND DW 15.1MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT BY FURNESS SB CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KINGDON SS CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 134HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BLYTH AND SOUTHEND FOR PORTSMOUTH. TORPEDOED BY E-BOAT. (LL WW1 & SIBI).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 44.062 N,0 37.721 E
Dona Isabel (Probably) on Wreck Map
Dona Isabel (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 44.062 N,0 37.721 E.
How deep is the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 15.1 meters and is located at coordinates 50 44.062 N,0 37.721 E.
How deep is the seabed around the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 25 meters deep.
When did the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) sink?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 2, 1943.
When was the wreck of the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1943.
What country did the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) belong to?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) carrying?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY)?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1179 tons.
What type of wreck is the DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY)?
The DONA ISABEL (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
BROKEN, PARTIALLY BURIED. UK NM 1247/22