Hilda Lea (Bow Part)(Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hilda lea (bow part)(probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.344 N,0 58.526 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.289067
  • Longitude: -0.975433
Wreck Depth 66 m
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 11.1 m
Draught 4.9
Sonar Length 12
Sonar Width 7
Shadow Height 6.8
Orientation 175
Tonnage 1328
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2007

Surveying Details

SUNK APPROX 167DEGS, 23 MILES FROM DUNNOSE IN 501300N, 010200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). SUNK 24M S BY E FROM ST CATHERINE'S POINT. (WW1SL). SUNK 23M S OF DUNNOSE HEAD, 22M SSE OF ST CATHERINES (PA). ACCEPT APPROX POSN 501600N, 005900W. (AP REPORT, PORTSMOUTH). 3.12.75 3.12.75 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 30FMS. NE2649. H4121/76 9.11.76 H4121/76 9.11.76 NOT FOUND AFTER AREA SEARCH WITH SIDESCAN SONAR, DCS3 AND ECHO SOUNDER. CONSIDER ABOVE POSITION VERY DOUBTFUL. (HMS FAWN, HI 52/76). DELETED. BR STD. HH090/952/01 4.11.03 HH090/952/01 4.11.03 EXAM'D 5.6.03 IN 5017.344N, 0058.526W [WGD] USING DGPS (BOW SECTION). LEAST E/S DEPTH 66.1 IN GEN DEPTH 72MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 12MTRS, WIDTH 7MTRS. DCS3 HT 6.8MTRS. LIES 175/355 DEGS. POOR MAGNETIC ANOMALY. MAIN SECTION LIES 60MTRS NE. (GARDLINE, HI 952). INS WK 66MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1916 BY WILTON'S ENGINEERING & SHIPBUILDING CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE SHIPPING CONTROLLER. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 186NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ST HELEN'S FOR ROUEN. CARGO COAL. TORPEDOED BY UB-35. (SIBI, WW1SL & LL WW1).

General Comments

SEE STERN PART [63208]

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 17.344 N,0 58.526 W
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FAQ

Where is the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) wreck located?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.344 N,0 58.526 W.

How deep is the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 66 meters and is located at coordinates 50 17.344 N,0 58.526 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) sink?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) sank on Dec 23, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) belong to?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) carrying?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY)?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1328 tons.

What type of wreck is the HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY)?

The HILDA LEA (BOW PART)(PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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