Louisiana Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Louisiana Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 46.734 N,1 22.106 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.778900
  • Longitude: -1.368433
Wreck Depth 70 m
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOUISIANA
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 97.2 m
Width 14 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3015
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 18, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1926
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H4087/26 24.6.26 H4087/26 24.6.26 NDW IN PA 574645N, 012200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. 10.6.74 10.6.74 AMEND TO WK USC PA 70MTRS. NC 213. (TONNAGE KNOWN). HH091/155/01 15.1.10 HH091/155/01 & SEP 2010/000027978 15.1.10 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1155). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1896 BY ARMSTRONG & CO LTD, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DET FORENEDE DMPSK., SLESK. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 280HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY NE MARINE ENG. CO. LTD., NEWCASTLE. PASSAGE COPENHAGEN & THE TYNE FOR BOSTON. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY UC-45 20 M NNE OF BUCHAN NESS. (LL WW1 & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the LOUISIANA wreck located?

The LOUISIANA wreck is located at coordinates 57 46.734 N,1 22.106 W.

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

The LOUISIANA lies at a depth of about 70 meters and is located at coordinates 57 46.734 N,1 22.106 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOUISIANA?

The seabed around the LOUISIANA lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the LOUISIANA sink?

The LOUISIANA sank on Apr 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LOUISIANA discovered?

The wreck of the LOUISIANA was discovered in 1926.

What country did the LOUISIANA belong to?

The LOUISIANA belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the LOUISIANA?

The LOUISIANA had a tonnage of 3015 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOUISIANA?

The LOUISIANA is classified as a steam ship.

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