Elmsgarth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Elmsgarth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 24 N,9 25.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.400000
  • Longitude: -9.417500
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELMSGARTH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3503
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details 42 MILES 281 DEGREES FROM TORY ISLAND LIGHT. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). 50 MILES NW 1/2 W FROM TORY ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). POSN 552400N, 092500W.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2020

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the ELMSGARTH wreck located?

The ELMSGARTH wreck is located at coordinates 55 24 N,9 25.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELMSGARTH?

The seabed around the ELMSGARTH lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When did the ELMSGARTH sink?

The ELMSGARTH sank on Sep 29, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ELMSGARTH discovered?

The wreck of the ELMSGARTH was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ELMSGARTH belong to?

The ELMSGARTH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ELMSGARTH?

The ELMSGARTH had a tonnage of 3503 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELMSGARTH?

The ELMSGARTH is classified as a steam ship.

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