North Cambria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
North cambria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 56.8 N,6 47.2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.946667
  • Longitude: -6.786667
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORTH CAMBRIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 106.4 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3577
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 1, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source other
Surveying Details 19.1.93 19.1.93 SANK IN 485700N, 064700W. (DODS). NCA YET. 25.6.03 25.6.03 NDW PA SHOWN IN 4856.800N, 0647.200W [WGD] ON FRENCH 6989 [3RD EDN 2003]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 25, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1907 BY FURNESS, WITHY & CO, SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WHILST EN ROUTE NEW YORK TO LA PALLICE. OWNED BY HUGH ROBERTS & SON AT TIME OF LOSS. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the NORTH CAMBRIA wreck located?

The NORTH CAMBRIA wreck is located at coordinates 48 56.8 N,6 47.2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORTH CAMBRIA?

The seabed around the NORTH CAMBRIA lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the NORTH CAMBRIA sink?

The NORTH CAMBRIA sank on Aug 1, 1918.

When was the wreck of the NORTH CAMBRIA discovered?

The wreck of the NORTH CAMBRIA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the NORTH CAMBRIA belong to?

The NORTH CAMBRIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NORTH CAMBRIA carrying?

The NORTH CAMBRIA was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials.

What was the tonnage of the NORTH CAMBRIA?

The NORTH CAMBRIA had a tonnage of 3577 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORTH CAMBRIA?

The NORTH CAMBRIA is classified as a steam ship.

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