Milo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Milo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 24.636 N,2 3.481 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.410600
  • Longitude: -2.058017
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MILO
Type collier
Flag GB
Length 73.5 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1475
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 22, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details FOUNDERED 10 MILES S OF ST ALBAN'S HEAD. (WW1SL). 14.8.78 INS AS USC PA 20MTRS IN 502436N, 020324W. NE 2454. H1270/79 9.9.82 INS ON 2615, 2656. - NM 2339/82. HH090/533/01 13.5.94 NOT LOCATED DURING DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER SEARCH. DISPROVED. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 533). AMENDED TO ABEY. 16.11.99 AMENDED DEAD. NCA. HH226/410/05 4.6.01 DELETED BY NM. - NM 2181/01.
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 1999

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION. WAS IN USE AS A FLEET COLLIER.

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FAQ

Where is the MILO wreck located?

The MILO wreck is located at coordinates 50 24.636 N,2 3.481 W.

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

The MILO lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 50 24.636 N,2 3.481 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MILO?

The seabed around the MILO lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the MILO sink?

The MILO sank on May 22, 1917.

When was the wreck of the MILO discovered?

The wreck of the MILO was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MILO belong to?

The MILO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MILO carrying?

The MILO was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MILO?

The MILO had a tonnage of 1475 tons.

What type of wreck is the MILO?

The MILO is classified as a collier.