Rushpool Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rushpool Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 0 N,14 52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.000000
  • Longitude: -14.866667
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUSHPOOL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5125
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560000N, 145200W. 5.8.87 5.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 310 MTRS (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES)
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-94. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the RUSHPOOL wreck located?

The RUSHPOOL wreck is located at coordinates 56 0 N,14 52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUSHPOOL?

The seabed around the RUSHPOOL lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the RUSHPOOL sink?

The RUSHPOOL sank on Jan 29, 1941.

When was the wreck of the RUSHPOOL discovered?

The wreck of the RUSHPOOL was discovered in 1941.

What country did the RUSHPOOL belong to?

The RUSHPOOL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RUSHPOOL?

The RUSHPOOL had a tonnage of 5125 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUSHPOOL?

The RUSHPOOL is classified as a steam ship.

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