Hms Empire Spruce Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Hms empire spruce Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 0.494 N,4 47.239 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.008233
  • Longitude: -4.787317
Water Depth 19 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 129
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 9, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1943
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H0548/43 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560030N, 471000W, 148DEG, 2.32C FROM RAW SAINT LT. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - FNM 377(T)/43. H0582/43 WK RAISED. - FNM 523/43.
Last Amended Date May 25, 2005
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FAQ

Where is the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE wreck located?

The HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE wreck is located at coordinates 56 0.494 N,4 47.239 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE?

The seabed around the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE lies at approximately 19 meters deep.

When did the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE sink?

The HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE sank on Jan 9, 1943.

When was the wreck of the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE was discovered in 1943.

What country did the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE belong to?

The HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE?

The HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE had a tonnage of 129 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE?

The HMS EMPIRE SPRUCE is classified as a tug.

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