Maiden Creek Wreck

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Maiden creek Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 9.905 N,70 12.668 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.165090
  • Longitude: -70.211130
Reported Year 1942
Name MAIDEN CREEK
Type freighter
Flag US
Length 118.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.4
Tonnage 5031
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo copper & lead
Date Sunk Dec 30, 1942

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED

General Comments

Owner: Waterman SS Co, Year Built: 1919, Where Built: Hog Island, PA, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Mobile, AL, Departure Port: Newfoundland, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: C R Cook, Lives Lost: 20, Misc Information: #218485; War loss

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FAQ

Where is the MAIDEN CREEK wreck located?

The MAIDEN CREEK wreck is located at coordinates 40 9.905 N,70 12.668 W.

When did the MAIDEN CREEK sink?

The MAIDEN CREEK sank on Dec 30, 1942.

What country did the MAIDEN CREEK belong to?

The MAIDEN CREEK belonged to US.

What cargo was the MAIDEN CREEK carrying?

The MAIDEN CREEK was carrying copper & lead.

What was the tonnage of the MAIDEN CREEK?

The MAIDEN CREEK had a tonnage of 5031 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAIDEN CREEK?

The MAIDEN CREEK is classified as a freighter.

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