Eros (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eros (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 55.336 N,5 24.677 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.922267
  • Longitude: -5.411283
Wreck Depth 56 m
Water Depth 62 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EROS (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 61 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 3.7
Shadow Height 8
Tonnage 762
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Surveying Details

22.3.18 22.3.18 SUNK IN POSN 8M W OF THE LIZARD. (DOCKET M14717). 20.3.18 20.3.18 SUNK IN 495500N, 052400W. (IDAC CO SAMSON, DOCKET M14849). 21.3.18 21.3.18 SUNK IN 495500N, 052400W. (IDSA, DOCKET M14856). 25.3.18 25.3.18 SUNK IN POSN 8M W OF THE LIZARD. (AP FALMOUTH, DOCKET M07971). 25.3.18 25.3.18 SUNK IN 495500N, 052400W. (AP FALMOUTH, DOCKET M03379). 19.6.78 19.6.78 WK IN 495518N, 052437W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES, 1978). H1286/78 30.10.78 H1286/78 & H4551/76 30.10.78 HEIGHT 4.5FMS [8MTRS] IN DEPTH 37FMS [68MTRS]. ECHO TRACE SUPPLIED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). CHART AS WK 56MTRS IN 495518N, 052437W. BR STD. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. POSSIBLY CORRELATES TO NATURAL SEABED FEATURE IN VICINITY. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 8M W OF THE LIZARD WHILST ON PASSAGE LORIENT FOR BARRY ROADS. (LL WW1). SANK IN TEN MINUTES 8M W OF LIZARD. (MASTER).

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FAQ

Where is the EROS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 55.336 N,5 24.677 W.

How deep is the EROS (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 56 meters and is located at coordinates 49 55.336 N,5 24.677 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EROS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the EROS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 62 meters deep.

When did the EROS (POSSIBLY) sink?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 20, 1918.

When was the wreck of the EROS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the EROS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the EROS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) belonged to SE.

What cargo was the EROS (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the EROS (POSSIBLY)?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 762 tons.

What type of wreck is the EROS (POSSIBLY)?

The EROS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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