Dunnet Head Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dunnet head Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 32.645 N,1 55.771 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.544083
  • Longitude: -1.929517
Wreck Depth 80 m
Water Depth 96 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DUNNET HEAD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 42.1 m
Width 7.2 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 343
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 4, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2012

Surveying Details

SUNK 35M E BY S FROM DUNCANSBY HEAD. (WW1SL). PLOTS IN 583240N, 015540W. SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 584200N, 015500W. (LL WW1). NCA. 21.8.78 INS AS WK USC PA 80MTRS IN 583240N, 015540W (TONNAGE KNOWN). NCS 115,1942. 26.11.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. DISPROVED. (P ROBERTSON, HI 1372 REPLY TO APPRAISAL DTD 21.11.12). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913 BY SCOTT & SONS, BOWLING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A.F.HENRY & J.MACGREGOR, LEITH. SINGLE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 140 HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY AFT BY GAULDIE, GILLESPIE & CO, GLASGOW. PASSAGE BALTASOUND FOR ARBROATH. IN BALLAST. SHELLED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. LATER TORPEDOED AND SUNK 35 MILES E BY S FROM DUNCANSBY HEAD. CREW RECOVERED BY SS MONARCH. (LL WW1, WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DUNNET HEAD wreck located?

The DUNNET HEAD wreck is located at coordinates 58 32.645 N,1 55.771 W.

How deep is the DUNNET HEAD and where exactly is it located?

The DUNNET HEAD lies at a depth of about 80 meters and is located at coordinates 58 32.645 N,1 55.771 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DUNNET HEAD?

The seabed around the DUNNET HEAD lies at approximately 96 meters deep.

When did the DUNNET HEAD sink?

The DUNNET HEAD sank on Jun 4, 1915.

When was the wreck of the DUNNET HEAD discovered?

The wreck of the DUNNET HEAD was discovered in 1915.

What country did the DUNNET HEAD belong to?

The DUNNET HEAD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DUNNET HEAD carrying?

The DUNNET HEAD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the DUNNET HEAD?

The DUNNET HEAD had a tonnage of 343 tons.

What type of wreck is the DUNNET HEAD?

The DUNNET HEAD is classified as a steam ship.

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