Gold Coast Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gold coast Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 45.52 N,7 35.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.758667
  • Longitude: -7.588333
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLD COAST
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 103.8 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 8.1
Tonnage 4255
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 19, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 1978

Surveying Details

SUNK 14 MILES S FROM MINE HEAD. (WW1SL). 13.3.78 13.3.78 INS AS WK USCPA 50MTRS IN 514530N, 073515W. NC 2049.

Circumstances of loss

EX-HANS WOERMANN. BUILT IN J D DUNLOP CO, PORT GLASGOW. OWNEDA TIME OF LOSS BY BRITISH & AMERICAN STEAM NAVIGATION CO. FOUR BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 257 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE DAKAR FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY, PROBABLY, UC-47. (WW1SL, LLWW1 & SII).

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FAQ

Where is the GOLD COAST wreck located?

The GOLD COAST wreck is located at coordinates 51 45.52 N,7 35.3 W.

How deep is the GOLD COAST and where exactly is it located?

The GOLD COAST lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 51 45.52 N,7 35.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLD COAST?

The seabed around the GOLD COAST lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the GOLD COAST sink?

The GOLD COAST sank on Apr 19, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GOLD COAST discovered?

The wreck of the GOLD COAST was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GOLD COAST belong to?

The GOLD COAST belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GOLD COAST carrying?

The GOLD COAST was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the GOLD COAST?

The GOLD COAST had a tonnage of 4255 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOLD COAST?

The GOLD COAST is classified as a steam ship.

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