Empire Severn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire severn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 18 N,9 37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.300000
  • Longitude: -9.616667
Water Depth 600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE SEVERN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 123.7 m
Width 16.5 m
Tonnage 6681
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 12, 1946
Original Detection Year 1948
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01965/48 24.6.69 SUNK IN APPROX 581800N, 093700W [UND]. (D OF SEA TRANSPORT, 6.8.48). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX 'EGBA' '14'. BUILT IN 1914 BY HARLAND & WOLFF LTD, GLASGOW AS 'EGBA' FOR ELDER, DEMPSTER & CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. SCUTTLED IN ATLANTIC WITH CARGO OF OBSOLETE AMMUNITION. (THE EMPIRE SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE SEVERN wreck located?

The EMPIRE SEVERN wreck is located at coordinates 58 18 N,9 37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE SEVERN?

The seabed around the EMPIRE SEVERN lies at approximately 600 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE SEVERN sink?

The EMPIRE SEVERN sank on Oct 12, 1946.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE SEVERN discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE SEVERN was discovered in 1948.

What country did the EMPIRE SEVERN belong to?

The EMPIRE SEVERN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE SEVERN carrying?

The EMPIRE SEVERN was carrying armament.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE SEVERN?

The EMPIRE SEVERN had a tonnage of 6681 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE SEVERN?

The EMPIRE SEVERN is classified as a steam ship.

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