Madame Midas (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Madame midas (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
49 28.038 N,5 30.142 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 49.467300
- Longitude: -5.502367
|
| Wreck Depth |
94 m
|
| Water Depth |
101 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Sonar Length |
100 |
| Sonar Width |
15 |
| Shadow Height |
7.6 |
| Orientation |
140 |
| Tonnage |
1203 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 23, 1918
|
| Bottom Texture |
Mud |
| Original Detection Year |
1918 |
| Last Detection Year |
1994 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Jun 30, 1999 |
Surveying Details
23.3.18 23.3.18 SUNK 49 MILES S OF PENZANCE. (BOT MASTER). 5.4.18 5.4.18 SUNK IN 492700N, 052800W. (BOT MASTER, DOCKET M17299). 27.3.18 27.3.18 SUNK IN 492000N, 051500W. (BOSUNS REPORT, DOCKET M03278). 10.4.18 10.4.18 SUNK IN 492700N, 052800W. (POSN FROM SURVIVORS, DOCKET M03730). 9.4.18 9.4.18 SUNK IN 492700N, 052800W. (IDSA MASTER, DOCKET M17849). POSN 38 MILES S BY W 0.75 W FROM LIZARD. (LL WW1). H3895/74 3.12.74 H3895/74 3.12.74 LOCATED IN 492749N, 053002.4W [OGB] USING HIFIX. LEAST E/S DEPTH 94MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 101MTRS. SEABED MUD, SAND AND BROKEN SHELL. (HMS HECATE, HI 1/74). MAY NOT BE THE LEAST DEPTH. INS AS WK 94MTRS. - NM 169/75. HH090/637/01 18.11.94 HH090/637/01 18.11.94 EXAM'D 18.9.94 IN 492802.3N, 053008.5W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 94.6 IN GEN DEPTH 101MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 7.6MTRS. LENGTH 100MTRS, WIDTH 15MTRS. LIES 140/320DEGS. STRONG MAGNETOMETER DEFLECTION. APPEARS TO BE IN TWO PARTS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 637). RETAIN CHARTED DEPTH IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
EX- DUVA. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB 55 WHILE EN ROUTE CARDIFF TO LA ROCHELLE. SANK IN 35 MINUTES. (WW1SL, BOT & DER KRIEG ZUR SEE).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
49 28.038 N,5 30.142 W
Madame Midas (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Madame Midas (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 28.038 N,5 30.142 W.
How deep is the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 94 meters and is located at coordinates 49 28.038 N,5 30.142 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 101 meters deep.
When did the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) sink?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 23, 1918.
When was the wreck of the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.
What country did the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY)?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1203 tons.
What type of wreck is the MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY)?
The MADAME MIDAS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
PROBABLY IN TWO PARTS