Providence Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Providence Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 7.22 N,6 23.86 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.120333
  • Longitude: -6.397667
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROVIDENCE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2970
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 22, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 4, 1978

Surveying Details

SUNK IN 520712N, 062348W APPROX, OR 1.25M S BY W 1/2 W FROM BARRELS LTV. (WW1SL). 13.3.78 13.3.78 INS AS WK USC PA 20MTRS IN 520712N, 062348W. NC 2049.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE, WHILST ON PASSAGE CORK FOR FRANCE.

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FAQ

Where is the PROVIDENCE wreck located?

The PROVIDENCE wreck is located at coordinates 52 7.22 N,6 23.86 W.

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

The PROVIDENCE lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 52 7.22 N,6 23.86 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PROVIDENCE?

The seabed around the PROVIDENCE lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the PROVIDENCE sink?

The PROVIDENCE sank on Mar 22, 1917.

When was the wreck of the PROVIDENCE discovered?

The wreck of the PROVIDENCE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the PROVIDENCE belong to?

The PROVIDENCE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PROVIDENCE carrying?

The PROVIDENCE was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the PROVIDENCE?

The PROVIDENCE had a tonnage of 2970 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROVIDENCE?

The PROVIDENCE is classified as a steam ship.

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