Richmond Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Richmond Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 12.04 N,6 35.052 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.200667
  • Longitude: -6.584200
Wreck Depth 101 m
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RICHMOND
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3214
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK IN POSN 54 MILES SW BY S FROM WOLF ROCK. (WW1SL). SUNK IN 491100N, 061000W. (LL WWI). 31.10.75 INS AS USC PA 55FMS. NE 2649. 30.1.78 AMEND TO USC PA 101MTRS IN 491200N, 063500W. NC 2659. HH091/052/01 1.11.05 NOT LOCATED. (HMS ENTERPRISE, HI 1052). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE THEN SUNK BY GUNFIRE.(WW1SL). PASSAGE GULFPORT FOR BOULOGNE. CARGO RAILWAY SLEEPERS. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the RICHMOND wreck located?

The RICHMOND wreck is located at coordinates 49 12.04 N,6 35.052 W.

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

The RICHMOND lies at a depth of about 101 meters and is located at coordinates 49 12.04 N,6 35.052 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RICHMOND?

The seabed around the RICHMOND lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the RICHMOND sink?

The RICHMOND sank on Jul 1, 1915.

When was the wreck of the RICHMOND discovered?

The wreck of the RICHMOND was discovered in 1915.

What country did the RICHMOND belong to?

The RICHMOND belonged to GB.

What cargo was the RICHMOND carrying?

The RICHMOND was carrying wood: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials.

What was the tonnage of the RICHMOND?

The RICHMOND had a tonnage of 3214 tons.

What type of wreck is the RICHMOND?

The RICHMOND is classified as a merchant vessel.