Hms Blackmorevale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms blackmorevale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 37.96 N,1 10.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.632667
  • Longitude: -1.168167
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BLACKMOREVALE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 70.4 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 2.1
Tonnage 750
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 1, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.5.18 SANK NEAR POSN 563800N, 011000W. (ADMIRALTY). H2501/19 24.3.19 WK IN 563830N, 011000W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H3085/27 INS AS WK (OLD SYMBOL) IN 563800N, 011000W. BR STD. 12.2.27 AMEND TO NDWPA. NE 2182B. H(W)0202/50 23.6.55 CONFIRMED BY A/S. (HMS TRUELOVE). 28.4.78 AMEND TO USCPA 40MTRS. NC 1407. HH091/151/01 10.4.08 SEP 2008/000036575 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1151). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 2008

Circumstances of loss

23.3.1917 BUILT IN 1916 BY ARDROSSAN DOCKYARD, ARDROSSAN. TAKEN INTO ADMIRALTY SERVICE FROM 23.3.1917. AN EARLY 'HUNT' CLASS MINESWEEPER. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. STRUCK A MINE & SANK. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS BLACKMOREVALE wreck located?

The HMS BLACKMOREVALE wreck is located at coordinates 56 37.96 N,1 10.09 W.

How deep is the HMS BLACKMOREVALE and where exactly is it located?

The HMS BLACKMOREVALE lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 56 37.96 N,1 10.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS BLACKMOREVALE?

The seabed around the HMS BLACKMOREVALE lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the HMS BLACKMOREVALE sink?

The HMS BLACKMOREVALE sank on May 1, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HMS BLACKMOREVALE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BLACKMOREVALE was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HMS BLACKMOREVALE belong to?

The HMS BLACKMOREVALE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BLACKMOREVALE?

The HMS BLACKMOREVALE had a tonnage of 750 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BLACKMOREVALE?

The HMS BLACKMOREVALE is classified as a trawler.

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