Glenlee Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Glenlee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 56 N,6 28.75 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.933333
  • Longitude: -6.479167
Wreck Depth 95 m
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENLEE
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 4140
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 29, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 23, 2019

Surveying Details

25.1.71 VESSEL SANK 67M SSW FROM WOLF RK. (WW1 SL). MAY BE NDW [UNKNOWN] IN 485600N, 062200W. CHART AS WK USC PA 55FMS [101MTRS] IN 485530N, 062815W. NE 2649. 23.11.94 SHOWN AS WK USC 95MTRS IN 485600N, 062845W ON FRENCH 7311 [1994 EDN]. BR STD. 19.7.07 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 300 YARDS. (D BRYDON, LTR DTD 17.7.07). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE. (WW1 SL). SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U41 IN 484800N, 055700W APPROX. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.13).

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FAQ

Where is the GLENLEE wreck located?

The GLENLEE wreck is located at coordinates 48 56 N,6 28.75 W.

How deep is the GLENLEE and where exactly is it located?

The GLENLEE lies at a depth of about 95 meters and is located at coordinates 48 56 N,6 28.75 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENLEE?

The seabed around the GLENLEE lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the GLENLEE sink?

The GLENLEE sank on May 29, 1915.

When was the wreck of the GLENLEE discovered?

The wreck of the GLENLEE was discovered in 1915.

What country did the GLENLEE belong to?

The GLENLEE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GLENLEE carrying?

The GLENLEE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GLENLEE?

The GLENLEE had a tonnage of 4140 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENLEE?

The GLENLEE is classified as a motor vessel.

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