Skaraas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Skaraas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 59.536 N,5 6.562 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.992267
  • Longitude: -5.109367
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SKARAAS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 79.2 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1625
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 23, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details 29.5.18 SUNK 0.75M SW OF BLACK HEAD. (BOT MASTER, FALMOUTH, DOCKET M26253). 27.5.18 SANK IN 30 SECONDS IN 495930N, 050630W. (AP REPORT, FALMOUTH, DOCKET M010406). NCA. SEP 2014/000153151 22.9.14 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (MMT, HI 1455). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 22, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-KARMO, EX-LESLEY, EX-DEER HILL.. BUILT IN 1882 BY W GREY & CO, WEST HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE SHIPPING CONTROLLER. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 167NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR RECAMP. TORPEDOED BY UB-31. 19 MEN LOST. (SIBI). OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SHIPPING CONTROLLER (ENGLISH & CO.). 17 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SKARAAS wreck located?

The SKARAAS wreck is located at coordinates 49 59.536 N,5 6.562 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SKARAAS?

The seabed around the SKARAAS lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the SKARAAS sink?

The SKARAAS sank on May 23, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SKARAAS discovered?

The wreck of the SKARAAS was discovered in 1918.

What country did the SKARAAS belong to?

The SKARAAS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SKARAAS carrying?

The SKARAAS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SKARAAS?

The SKARAAS had a tonnage of 1625 tons.

What type of wreck is the SKARAAS?

The SKARAAS is classified as a steam ship.

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