Elterwater Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elterwater Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 17.012 N,0 18.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.283533
  • Longitude: -0.301717
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELTERWATER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 71.6 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1228
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 16, 1914
Original Detection Year 1914
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details HH090/730/01 18.11.97 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 730). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2016/00007250 23.5.16 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (EGS PIONEER, HI1472). NFA.
Last Amended Date May 23, 2016

Circumstances of loss

MINED 3M E OF SCARBOROUGH. 6 LIVES LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the ELTERWATER wreck located?

The ELTERWATER wreck is located at coordinates 54 17.012 N,0 18.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELTERWATER?

The seabed around the ELTERWATER lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the ELTERWATER sink?

The ELTERWATER sank on Dec 16, 1914.

When was the wreck of the ELTERWATER discovered?

The wreck of the ELTERWATER was discovered in 1914.

What country did the ELTERWATER belong to?

The ELTERWATER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ELTERWATER?

The ELTERWATER had a tonnage of 1228 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELTERWATER?

The ELTERWATER is classified as a steam ship.

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