Hms Newbridge (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Hms newbridge (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 10.887 N,3 44.049 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.181450
- Longitude: -3.734150
|
| Wreck Depth |
50 m
|
| Water Depth |
55 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
trawler
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
38.3 m |
| Width |
6.7 m |
| Draught |
2.7 |
| Sonar Length |
38 |
| Sonar Width |
6 |
| Shadow Height |
5.2 |
| Orientation |
93 |
| Tonnage |
228 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Nov 19, 1917
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
2005 |
| Original Source |
unknown |
| Last Amended Date |
May 3, 2005 |
Surveying Details
9.5.74 9.5.74 WK IN 501024N, 034824W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). CHART AS USC PA 28MTRS. NE 1613. H1936/80 29.9.81 H1936/80 29.9.81 SMALL INTACT WK EXAM'D 26.2.81 IN 501051N, 034400W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 47 IN GEN DEPTH 55MTRS. NO SCOUR. ABOUT 45MTRS LONG, LYING E/W. GIVES FAIR SONAR RESPONSE FROM ALL DIRNS EXCEPT E, WHICH WAS VERY POOR. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 5/81). AMEND TO WK 47MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. H1310/84/45 10.12.84 H1310/84/45 CONFIRMED AS WK OF AN ARMED TRAWLER IN 501057N, 034356W [OGB] USING DECCA. LIES UPRIGHT, STANDING 7MTRS HIGH IN GEN DEPTH 55MTRS. (A HILLGROVE, 10.12.84). NCA. HH100/351/01 24.8.89 HH100/351/01 24.8.89 MUST BE WW1 LOSS - IS ARMED WITH A 7.5INCH ANTI-SUBMARINE HOWITZER AND WITH A 6 PDR GUN ON BOW. LIES WITH 40DEG LIST TO PORT AND WITH NO APPARENT WAR DAMAGE. CHARTED DEPTH CORRECT. (A HILLGROVE, 19.7.89). NCA. HH091/059/01 3.5.05 HH091/059/01 3.5.05 EXAM'D 18.7.04 IN 5010.887N, 0344.049W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 50.1 IN GEN DEPTH 55.3MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 38MTRS, WIDTH 6MTRS, HT 5.2MTRS. LIES 093/273 DEGS. MODERATE MAGNETIC ANOMALY. INTACT, UPRIGHT. FISHING GEAR ON WK. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND WK 50MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1906 BY J DUTHIE, SONS & CO LTD, ABERDEEN. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 54NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. ORIGINALLY REGISTERED AT FLEETWOOD AND OWNED BY TETTERHALL STEAM FISHING CO. HIRED AS A PATROL SWEEPER IN 1915.. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION OFF PRAWLE POINT. (WW1SL & SIBI).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 10.887 N,3 44.049 W
Hms Newbridge (Probably) on Wreck Map
Hms Newbridge (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 10.887 N,3 44.049 W.
How deep is the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 50 10.887 N,3 44.049 W.
How deep is the seabed around the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 55 meters deep.
When did the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) sink?
The HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 19, 1917.
When was the wreck of the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) belong to?
The HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY)?
The HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 228 tons.
What type of wreck is the HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY)?
The HMS NEWBRIDGE (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.
General Comments
LIES WITH 40DEG LIST TO PORT, FISHING GEAR ON WK