Santa Amalia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Santa amalia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 53 N,7 26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.883333
  • Longitude: -7.433333
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANTA AMALIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 117.3 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 4306
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 28, 1917
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1967
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SEE ALSO MAXTON IN SAME POSN. 6.1.18 ESCORT GIVES POSN AS 555300N 072600W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H4872/68 25.9.68 NO SONAR CONTACT IN THIS POSN AFTER EXHAUSTIVE SEARCH. (HMS HYDRA, ROS 1967). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED. 43 MEN LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the SANTA AMALIA wreck located?

The SANTA AMALIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 53 N,7 26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SANTA AMALIA?

The seabed around the SANTA AMALIA lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the SANTA AMALIA sink?

The SANTA AMALIA sank on Dec 28, 1917.

When was the wreck of the SANTA AMALIA discovered?

The wreck of the SANTA AMALIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the SANTA AMALIA belong to?

The SANTA AMALIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SANTA AMALIA?

The SANTA AMALIA had a tonnage of 4306 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANTA AMALIA?

The SANTA AMALIA is classified as a steam ship.

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