Livonia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Livonia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 15.536 N,3 33.322 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.258933
  • Longitude: -3.555367
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LIVONIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 86.9 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1879
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 3, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details AN UNCONFIRMED REPORT GAVE POSN AS 45DEGS, 3.5M FROM EDDYSTONE LT HO. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). REPD LOST 4M E BY N HALF N FROM START POINT. (WW1SL). POSN ACCEPTED AS APPROX 501530N, 033315W FOR FILING ONLY. H5982/82 15.2.83 H5982/82 15.2.83 WK SHOWN IN 501518N, 033351W [OGB], USING DECCA, ON KINGFISHER CHART K(SW)3 [1982 EDN]. NCA. 18.4.13 18.4.13 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (EMU, HI 1374). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 18, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1904 BY HOWALDTSWERKE, KIEL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE SHIPPING CONTROLLER (LAMBERT BROS). TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 180NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. TORPEDOED BY UB-35. 23 MEN LOST. (SIBI, DODS & WW1SL).

General Comments

See Also: 18109

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FAQ

Where is the LIVONIA wreck located?

The LIVONIA wreck is located at coordinates 50 15.536 N,3 33.322 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LIVONIA?

The seabed around the LIVONIA lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the LIVONIA sink?

The LIVONIA sank on Dec 3, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LIVONIA discovered?

The wreck of the LIVONIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the LIVONIA belong to?

The LIVONIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LIVONIA carrying?

The LIVONIA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the LIVONIA?

The LIVONIA had a tonnage of 1879 tons.

What type of wreck is the LIVONIA?

The LIVONIA is classified as a steam ship.

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