Empire Townsman Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Empire townsman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 31.528 N,2 57.877 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.525467
  • Longitude: -2.964617
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE TOWNSMAN
Type steam ship
Tonnage 313
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1944
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H3711/44 22.9.44 SUNK 174.5DEGS, 4650FT FROM EAST USK LT [513220N, 025800W]. GIVES POSN APPROX 5131.5N, 0257.8W. - PNM 2056/44. H3711/44 28.10.44 WK REMOVED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) AMENDED TO LIFT. - NM 2341/44. 27.10.11 NOT LOCATED 2011 USING M/B. (MMT, HI 1325).
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2007
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 31.528 N,2 57.877 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN wreck located?

The EMPIRE TOWNSMAN wreck is located at coordinates 51 31.528 N,2 57.877 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN?

The seabed around the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN sink?

The EMPIRE TOWNSMAN sank on Sep 16, 1944.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN was discovered in 1944.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN?

The EMPIRE TOWNSMAN had a tonnage of 313 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE TOWNSMAN?

The EMPIRE TOWNSMAN is classified as a steam ship.

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