Ida Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ida Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 56.5 N,0 13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.941667
  • Longitude: 0.216667
Water Depth 42 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IDA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 73.2 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1172
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 8, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK OFF FLAMBROUGH HEAD. POSN 5356.5N, 0013.0E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 10, 2015

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1883 BY A HALL 7 CO, ABERDEEN. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 143 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LEITH FOR LONDON. STOPPED BY UC-69A DN SUNK BY SCUTTLING CHARGES. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the IDA wreck located?

The IDA wreck is located at coordinates 53 56.5 N,0 13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IDA?

The seabed around the IDA lies at approximately 42 meters deep.

When did the IDA sink?

The IDA sank on Feb 8, 1917.

When was the wreck of the IDA discovered?

The wreck of the IDA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the IDA belong to?

The IDA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the IDA carrying?

The IDA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the IDA?

The IDA had a tonnage of 1172 tons.

What type of wreck is the IDA?

The IDA is classified as a steam ship.

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