Humbergate Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Humbergate Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 33.033 N,5 13.062 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.550550
  • Longitude: -5.217700
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HUMBERGATE
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 35.9 m
Width 7.7 m
Tonnage 200
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo sawdust/wood chips,stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 2, 1963
Original Detection Year 1963
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3932/63 23.10.63 H3932/63 23.10.63 WK APPROX 6-7M W BY S OF TREVOSE HEAD. (LL). GIVES POSN APPROX 503300N, 051300W. - NCA. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 15FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NE 1178. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 35MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NC 1178. HH090/799/01 25.10.01 HH090/799/01 25.10.01 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 26, 2001

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1960 BY CLELANDS SB CO. LTD., SANK WHILST EN-ROUTE FROM PORTHOUSTOCK TO BRISTOL AFTER CARGO OF GRANITE CHIPPINGS SHIFTED CAUSING A LIST. WIND STRONG TO GALE FORCE. (LL & SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

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FAQ

Where is the HUMBERGATE wreck located?

The HUMBERGATE wreck is located at coordinates 50 33.033 N,5 13.062 W.

How deep is the HUMBERGATE and where exactly is it located?

The HUMBERGATE lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 33.033 N,5 13.062 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HUMBERGATE?

The seabed around the HUMBERGATE lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the HUMBERGATE sink?

The HUMBERGATE sank on Oct 2, 1963.

When was the wreck of the HUMBERGATE discovered?

The wreck of the HUMBERGATE was discovered in 1963.

What country did the HUMBERGATE belong to?

The HUMBERGATE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HUMBERGATE carrying?

The HUMBERGATE was carrying sawdust/wood chips,stone.

What was the tonnage of the HUMBERGATE?

The HUMBERGATE had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the HUMBERGATE?

The HUMBERGATE is classified as a motor vessel.

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