Noya (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Noya (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 55.903 N,5 22.677 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.931717
  • Longitude: -5.377950
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NOYA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 112.8 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 4282
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 30, 1917
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Last Amended Date May 10, 2005

Surveying Details

20.6.78 20.6.78 WK LOCATED IN POSN BY DECCA. (E GILES, 1978). CHART AS USC PA 35MTRS [POSN NOT QUOTED]. BR STD. H3895/74 6.9.79 H3895/74 6.9.79.A LARGE SOLID WK LOCATED IN 495552.2N, 052236.6W USING HIFIX/6 DURING EXERCISE 'CENTEX 79'. SEA BED SCATTERED ROCKS & OUTCROPS. COULD BE 'NOYA'. (CAPT MINE COUNTER-MEASURES, ROSYTH 24.8.79). H3895/74 7.5.81 H3895/74 7.5.81 AMEND TO USC 35MTRS IN 495552N, 052237W. BR STD. HH091/059/01 10.5.05 HH091/059/01 10.5.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 8M WSW FROM THE LIZARD. 1 LIFE LOST. (WW1SL & LL WW1). BUILT 1912 BY W DOXFORD & SONS, SUNDERLAND, WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-62 WHILST ON VOYAGE FROM NEW ORLEANS TO FALMOUTH. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

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FAQ

Where is the NOYA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The NOYA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 55.903 N,5 22.677 W.

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

The NOYA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 49 55.903 N,5 22.677 W.

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

The seabed around the NOYA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the NOYA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The NOYA (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 30, 1917.

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

The wreck of the NOYA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the NOYA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The NOYA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NOYA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The NOYA (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods,grain.

What was the tonnage of the NOYA (POSSIBLY)?

The NOYA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4282 tons.

What type of wreck is the NOYA (POSSIBLY)?

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

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