Hms Columbia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Hms columbia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 48.866 N,2 34.638 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.814433
  • Longitude: 2.577300
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS COLUMBIA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 266
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 1, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1921
Last Detection Year 1926
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H6411/21 WK [OLD SYMBOL] IN 514850N, 023445E. (DR FOWLER'S BOOK & M PAPER). BA 1406. H3039/26 4.11.26 VESSEL WAS SALVED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO LIFT. BA 1406 & 2182A.
Last Amended Date Jan 8, 2007

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY GERMAN TBD OFF FORENESS. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS COLUMBIA wreck located?

The HMS COLUMBIA wreck is located at coordinates 51 48.866 N,2 34.638 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS COLUMBIA?

The seabed around the HMS COLUMBIA lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the HMS COLUMBIA sink?

The HMS COLUMBIA sank on May 1, 1915.

When was the wreck of the HMS COLUMBIA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS COLUMBIA was discovered in 1921.

What country did the HMS COLUMBIA belong to?

The HMS COLUMBIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS COLUMBIA?

The HMS COLUMBIA had a tonnage of 266 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS COLUMBIA?

The HMS COLUMBIA is classified as a trawler.

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