Meadowfield (Possibly) Wreck

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Meadowfield (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 36.802 N,7 9.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.613367
  • Longitude: -7.151000
Wreck Depth 75 m
Water Depth 77 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2750
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 9, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 20, 2000

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 50M SW FROM TUSKAR. (WW1SL & LLWW1). 13.3.78 13.3.78 CHART AS USC PA 60MTRS. NC 2049. H1933/79 24.12.81 H1933/79 24.12.81 JUST WITHIN NORTHERN EDGE OF SURVEY AREA. NOT LOCATED. (HMS FOX, HI 51B/79). NCA. HH090/541/01 21.10.92 HH090/541/01 21.10.92 SONAR CONTACT, WITH EST. HEIGHT 1.5MTRS, OBTAINED IN 513648.1N, 070903.6W [WGD]. POSN TAKEN FROM SONAR TRACES. E/S ON TOP COULD NOT BE ACHIEVED. GEN DEPTH 77MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 541). AMEND TO OBSTN 75MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM HUELVA FOR GLASGOW. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. SUNK BY GUNFIRE. ONE CREW LOST. (WW1SL & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 36.802 N,7 9.06 W.

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

The MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 75 meters and is located at coordinates 51 36.802 N,7 9.06 W.

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

The seabed around the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 77 meters deep.

When did the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 9, 1915.

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

The wreck of the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1915.

What country did the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) carrying?

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

What was the tonnage of the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY)?

The MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2750 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEADOWFIELD (POSSIBLY)?

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

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