Ladoga (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ladoga (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 30.667 N,5 38.786 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.511117
  • Longitude: -5.646433
Wreck Depth 66 m
Water Depth 79 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LADOGA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 83.8 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.8
Sonar Length 100
Shadow Height 12
Orientation 135
Tonnage 1917
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1918
Scour Dimensions ,,001.0,
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Sep 19, 2012

Surveying Details

30.4.18 30.4.18 POSN 40-50 MILES N OF SMALLS LT HO. (M 22061). POSN 15M SE FROM S ARKLOW LTV. ACCEPT POSN PA 523300N, 053500W. INS AS NDWPA. H3087/59 25.6.59 H3087/59 25.6.59 NOT LOCATED BY ASDIC. (HMS VIDAL). 9.11.77 9.11.77 AMEND TO USCPA 53MTRS. NC 1787. H1950/76 11.11.80 H1950/76 11.11.80 WK EXAM'D 25.4.80 IN 523040N, 053844W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 66.5 IN GEN DEPTH 79MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR. DCS3 HT 12MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 100MTRS. LYING NW/SE. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). AMEND WK 66MTRS. BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 5230.677N, 0538.786W.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1914 BY S P AUSTIN & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE SHIPPING CONTROLLER (W THOMPSON). TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 194NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY THE NE ENGINE CO LTD, SUNDERLAND. PASSAGE BILBAO FOR MARYPORT. TORPEDOED BY UB 73. 29 MEN LOST. (SII).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 30.667 N,5 38.786 W
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FAQ

Where is the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 30.667 N,5 38.786 W.

How deep is the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 66 meters and is located at coordinates 52 30.667 N,5 38.786 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LADOGA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 79 meters deep.

When did the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 16, 1918.

When was the wreck of the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LADOGA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the LADOGA (POSSIBLY)?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1917 tons.

What type of wreck is the LADOGA (POSSIBLY)?

The LADOGA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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