Memnon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Memnon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 16.636 N,2 49.576 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.277267
  • Longitude: -2.826267
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEMNON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 105.5 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 3203
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1917
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 14, 1983

Surveying Details

21.9.72 21.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 20M SW OF PORTLAND BILL. (DODS). GIVES POSN APPROX 501636N, 024930W. NCA. 19.11.75 19.11.75 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 20FMS [30MTRS]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 2649. H1270/78 23.9.83 H1270/78 23.9.83 MEMNON LOCATED IN 501505N, 024258W [SEE 18487] USING DECCA. (E GILES, DATA ON LOAN). DELETE. BR STD. HH090/961/01 16.12.03 HH090/961/01 16.12.03 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 961). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 20M SW OF PORTLAND BILL. 6 LIVES LOST, THE CAPTAIN WAS AMONG THE SURVIVORS. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MEMNON wreck located?

The MEMNON wreck is located at coordinates 50 16.636 N,2 49.576 W.

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

The MEMNON lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 50 16.636 N,2 49.576 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MEMNON?

The seabed around the MEMNON lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the MEMNON sink?

The MEMNON sank on Mar 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the MEMNON discovered?

The wreck of the MEMNON was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MEMNON belong to?

The MEMNON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MEMNON?

The MEMNON had a tonnage of 3203 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEMNON?

The MEMNON is classified as a steam ship.

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