Egholm Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Egholm Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.034 N,5 46.558 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.283900
  • Longitude: -5.775967
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EGHOLM
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 70.1 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1348
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4908/79 9.7.80 H4908/79 9.7.80 SUNK 8M NW OF GODREVY HEAD. (A.C.CROTHALL, 22.5.80). POSN 502040N, 053000W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY. 19.3.91 19.3.91 SANK 8M N 30 DEG W (TRUE) OF PENDEEN LIGHT. (LL WW1). POSN 501700N, 054630W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY. 6.1.12 6.1.12 NOT LOCATED 12.10.09 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2012

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SCUTTLED, WHILE ON PASSAGE CARDIFF TO MARSEILLES. (A.C.CROTHALL, LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the EGHOLM wreck located?

The EGHOLM wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.034 N,5 46.558 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EGHOLM?

The seabed around the EGHOLM lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the EGHOLM sink?

The EGHOLM sank on Nov 30, 1916.

When was the wreck of the EGHOLM discovered?

The wreck of the EGHOLM was discovered in 1916.

What country did the EGHOLM belong to?

The EGHOLM belonged to DK.

What cargo was the EGHOLM carrying?

The EGHOLM was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the EGHOLM?

The EGHOLM had a tonnage of 1348 tons.

What type of wreck is the EGHOLM?

The EGHOLM is classified as a steam ship.

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