Oakwood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Oakwood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 56.03 N,8 6.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.933833
  • Longitude: -8.100667
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OAKWOOD
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 4279
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

30.1.78 30.1.78 CHARTED AS NDW IN 505600N, 080600W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NC 2649.

Circumstances of loss

26.1.71 26.1.71 CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE THEN SUNK BY GUNFIRE 45M SSE FROM OLD HEAD OF KINSALE. (WW1 BRMSL).

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FAQ

Where is the OAKWOOD wreck located?

The OAKWOOD wreck is located at coordinates 50 56.03 N,8 6.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OAKWOOD?

The seabed around the OAKWOOD lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the OAKWOOD sink?

The OAKWOOD sank on Aug 11, 1915.

When was the wreck of the OAKWOOD discovered?

The wreck of the OAKWOOD was discovered in 1915.

What country did the OAKWOOD belong to?

The OAKWOOD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OAKWOOD?

The OAKWOOD had a tonnage of 4279 tons.

What type of wreck is the OAKWOOD?

The OAKWOOD is classified as a merchant vessel.

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