Greldon (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Greldon (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 50.784 N,5 35.42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.846400
  • Longitude: -5.590333
Wreck Depth 62 m
Water Depth 67 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRELDON (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 99.1 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7
Sonar Length 60
Shadow Height 5
Orientation 90
Tonnage 3322
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1917
Scour Dimensions ,,004.0,180
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Sep 19, 2012

Surveying Details

TORPEDOED 7M ENE FROM N. ARKLOW LTV. (WW1SL). H1935/80 11.10.82 H1935/80 11.10.82 LARGE WK EXAM'D 16.7.81 IN 525047N, 053523W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 62 IN GEN DEPTH 67MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 4MTRS. DCS3 HT 5MTRS, LENGTH APPROX 60MTRS. LYING ALMOST E/W. GIVES GOOD SONAR RETURNS FROM E. CONSIDERABLE SCOURS TO THE S OF THE WK. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 3). INS AS WK 62MTRS. BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 5250.784N, 0535.420W.

Circumstances of loss

EX-DARTMOUTH. BUILT IN 1903 BY RICHARDSON, DUCK & CO LTD, STOCKTON-ON-TEES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DULCIA SS CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 280 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY BLAIR & CO LTD, STOCKTON. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR ITALY. TORPEDOED BY U-96. 28 MEN LOST. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the GRELDON (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The GRELDON (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 50.784 N,5 35.42 W.

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

The GRELDON (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 62 meters and is located at coordinates 52 50.784 N,5 35.42 W.

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

The seabed around the GRELDON (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 67 meters deep.

When did the GRELDON (POSSIBLY) sink?

The GRELDON (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 8, 1917.

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

The wreck of the GRELDON (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GRELDON (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The GRELDON (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GRELDON (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The GRELDON (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GRELDON (POSSIBLY)?

The GRELDON (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 3322 tons.

What type of wreck is the GRELDON (POSSIBLY)?

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

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