Nyanza (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Nyanza (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
55 3.296 N,5 26.259 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 55.054933
- Longitude: -5.437650
|
| Wreck Depth |
80.43 m
|
| Water Depth |
103 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
NYANZA (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
112.8 m |
| Width |
14.6 m |
| Draught |
7.6 |
| Sonar Length |
130.46 |
| Sonar Width |
17.93 |
| Shadow Height |
22.33 |
| Orientation |
156 |
| Tonnage |
4053 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 29, 1918
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1918 |
| Last Detection Year |
2021 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority wreck information |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 21, 2021 |
Surveying Details
2.10.18 WK IN 550307N, 052630W OR 10' NW BY W OF CORSEWALL PT. (BOARD OF TRADE 6/316). H8203/19 NOW IN POSN 14' NE BY E FROM THE MAIDENS. 30.9.18 NOW IN 550330N, 052530W (PA) OR 10' NW 0.5 W FROM CORSEWALL PT. (IDSA M024147). 18.8.53 INS NDW (PA) ON F6629 ONLY. 18.11.65 INS IN 550300N, 052600W. NC F6626. H0109/05 9.5.45 NOW IN 550345N, 052515W ON WESTERN APPROACHES LIST. WAGO 524. SIGNAL 9.5.45. 10.3.45 NOW IN 550300N, 052600W. (AUBD 318/64 & 318/65, COMMANDER IN CHIEF, WESTERN APPROACHES FORCE 37) 18.8.53 INS NDW ON F6629 ONLY. H3671/72 20.7.72 EXAM'D 3.7.72 IN 550317N, 052610W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 86.1 IN GEN DEPTH 105MTRS. NO SCOUR. SEABED SAND & SHELL. ABOUT 370FT. LONG LYING 155/335DEGS. (HMS FOX, HI 51/72). INTACT, ON ITS SIDE. INS AS WK 47FMS. BR STD. H3671/72 12.3.73 INS BY NM. - NM 658/73 H2265/73 13.6.73 AMEND TO WK 86MTRS. NC 2199. H3671/72 7.12.76 AMENDED BY NM. - NM 73/77 H5982/82 8.11.82 WK SHOWN IN 550321N, 052618W ON KINGFISHER TRAWLING PLOTS A-PLOT 7, [1982]. SEP 2021/000322449 21.12.21 EXAM�D 16.5.21 IN 5503.296N, 0526.2598E [WGD]. LEAST WCD DEPTH 80.43TRS IN GEN DEPTH 103MTRS. LENGTH 130.46MTRS, WIDTH 17.93MTRS, HT 22.33MTRS. ORIENTATION 156/336 DEGS. LARGELY INTACT, STERN BROKEN AT 90 DEGS. (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1718). AMEND NDW 80MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1897 BY STEPHEN & SONS LTD. (ALEXANDER STEPHEN), DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MACLAY & MCINTYRE LTD, GLASGOW. PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR ARCHANGEL. TORPEDOED BY UB 95. 13 LOST INCLUDING CAPTAIN. (LLWW1, WW1SL & WRECKSITE.EU)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
55 3.296 N,5 26.259 W
Nyanza (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Nyanza (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 3.296 N,5 26.259 W.
How deep is the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 80.43 meters and is located at coordinates 55 3.296 N,5 26.259 W.
How deep is the seabed around the NYANZA (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 103 meters deep.
When did the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) sink?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 29, 1918.
When was the wreck of the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.
What country did the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the NYANZA (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the NYANZA (POSSIBLY)?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4053 tons.
What type of wreck is the NYANZA (POSSIBLY)?
The NYANZA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
INTACT, NO SCOUR, ?ON ITS SIDE, STERN BROKEN AT 90 DEGREE ANGLE. UK NM 99/22.