San Andres Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
San andres Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 15.03 N,7 50.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.250500
  • Longitude: -7.834000
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAN ANDRES
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 82.3 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1656
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 11, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 2, 2020

Surveying Details

16.5.18 M24556 16.5.18 SUNK IN 511400N, 075000W. (REPORT FROM MASTER OF SS NORFOLK). 14.5.18 M24017 14.5.18 POSN 512300N, 075200W. (IDSA, MASTER). 19.5.18 M010113 19.5.18 POSN 512300N, 075200W. (A.P REPORT, MILFORD HAVEN). 13.5.18 13.5.18 POSN 511400N, 074900W. (NC GREENOCK). H6907/29 H6907/29 NO ACTION. POSN VERY VAGUE. 7.12.44 7.12.44 SONAR CONTACT IN 511500N, 075000W [OGB], APPROX. (AUBD 1123/99). 10.2.71 10.2.71 INS AS NDWPA IN 511500N, 075000W. BR STD. SEP 2020/000263990 29.9.18 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2018). (INFOMAR/CV18_03). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1911 BY WOOD, SKINNER & CO, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OTTO THORESEN LINE. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 225 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARCELONA FOR SWANSEA & CHRISTIANIA. TORPEDOED BY U-86. (WW1SL, LLWW1, DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the SAN ANDRES wreck located?

The SAN ANDRES wreck is located at coordinates 51 15.03 N,7 50.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAN ANDRES?

The seabed around the SAN ANDRES lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the SAN ANDRES sink?

The SAN ANDRES sank on May 11, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SAN ANDRES discovered?

The wreck of the SAN ANDRES was discovered in 1918.

What country did the SAN ANDRES belong to?

The SAN ANDRES belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SAN ANDRES carrying?

The SAN ANDRES was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SAN ANDRES?

The SAN ANDRES had a tonnage of 1656 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAN ANDRES?

The SAN ANDRES is classified as a steam ship.

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