Salacia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Salacia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 2.015 N,0 54.888 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.033583
  • Longitude: 0.914800
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SALACIA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 80
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 4, 1897
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1897
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH LORD NELSON OF GRIMSBY APPROX 40M NE OF SPURN HEAD. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 540200N, 005500E FOR FILING ONLY. H4064/85 13.1.87 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (UDI GROUP LTD, HI 321A). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2010

Circumstances of loss

COLLIDED WITH LORD NELSON. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the SALACIA wreck located?

The SALACIA wreck is located at coordinates 54 2.015 N,0 54.888 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SALACIA?

The seabed around the SALACIA lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When did the SALACIA sink?

The SALACIA sank on Sep 4, 1897.

When was the wreck of the SALACIA discovered?

The wreck of the SALACIA was discovered in 1897.

What country did the SALACIA belong to?

The SALACIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SALACIA?

The SALACIA had a tonnage of 80 tons.

What type of wreck is the SALACIA?

The SALACIA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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