Risoy (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Risoy (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 40.032 N,5 1.064 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.667200
  • Longitude: -5.017733
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RISOY (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 793
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast,scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date May 7, 2002

Surveying Details

H02534/41 20.3.42 H02534/41 20.3.42 SUNK IN 504000N, 050100W. (C IN C PLYMOUTH 2248). AUBD 321/39 GOOD SONAR CONTACT 504012N, 050100W. (PLY 74). H7613/52 5.12.52 H7613/52 5.12.52 CHART AS NDW PA IN 504000N, 050100W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1156. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 15FMS [28MTRS]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1178. H1247/69 4.5.78 H1247/69 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 35MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1178. H3814/78 11.1.79 H3814/78 11.1.79 FF LOCATED IN 504000N, 050400W USING DECCA. (E GILES). NCA. HH100/351/16 20.6.00 HH100/351/16 20.6.00 WK, CONTAINING SCRAP IRON LOCATED IN 5039.910N, 0501.690W [WGD] USING GPS APPROX 3 YEARS AGO. (G POUND/G FURSE, TELECON 20.6.00). NCA. RECORD REVIEWED. CONSIDERED TO BE WK [60255]. AMENDED DEAD. BR STD. 24.11.11 24.11.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). SEABED GRAVELLY SAND. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

EX-HORSIA, EX-HELJO, EX-KILFINNY. BUILT IN 1918 BY COCHRANE & SONS, SELBY. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 116 HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SOUTHAMPTON FOR SWANSEA. CARGO 450 TONS SCRAP IRON. BOMBED AND SUNK.

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FAQ

Where is the RISOY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The RISOY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 40.032 N,5 1.064 W.

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

The RISOY (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 40.032 N,5 1.064 W.

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

The seabed around the RISOY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the RISOY (POSSIBLY) sink?

The RISOY (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 20, 1942.

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

The wreck of the RISOY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1942.

What country did the RISOY (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The RISOY (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the RISOY (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The RISOY (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast,scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the RISOY (POSSIBLY)?

The RISOY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 793 tons.

What type of wreck is the RISOY (POSSIBLY)?

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

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