G W Humphreys Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
G w humphreys Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 30.449 N,1 0.198 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.507483
  • Longitude: 1.003300
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name G W HUMPHREYS
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 1500
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1946
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0978/40 26.11.40 PFNM 2737/40. (CAPT M/S SHEERNESS). H0978/40 16.12.40 INS DW. - NM 2902/40. H0978/40 25.9.44 INS G CON BUOY S OF WRECK. - NM 2072/44. H5128/44 21.4.45 ADD MAST 20FT. (E7301). - NM BLOCK. H0978/40 27.7.45 REINS G CON BUOY S OF WRECK (MISSED OFF BLOCK). - NM 2210/45. H0978/40 4.11.46 DELETE WRECK AND BUOY FROM ALL CHARTS. (CAPT M/S SHEERNESS HN 76/46). - NM 3655/46.
Last Amended Date Jan 30, 2003

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 30.449 N,1 0.198 E
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FAQ

Where is the G W HUMPHREYS wreck located?

The G W HUMPHREYS wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.449 N,1 0.198 E.

How deep is the seabed around the G W HUMPHREYS?

The seabed around the G W HUMPHREYS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the G W HUMPHREYS sink?

The G W HUMPHREYS sank on Oct 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the G W HUMPHREYS discovered?

The wreck of the G W HUMPHREYS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the G W HUMPHREYS belong to?

The G W HUMPHREYS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the G W HUMPHREYS?

The G W HUMPHREYS had a tonnage of 1500 tons.

What type of wreck is the G W HUMPHREYS?

The G W HUMPHREYS is classified as a merchant vessel.