Skeldergate (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Skeldergate (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 26.233 N,86 46.35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.437217
  • Longitude: 86.772500
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 113.4 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4251
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1950
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Surveying Details GROUNDING POSN GIVEN AS FALSE BAY, 60 MILES SW OF SANDHEADS. (DODS). H2538/55 2.5.55 H2538/55 2.5.55 ST SHOWN IN POSN 017.5 DEGS 6.66 MILES FROM FALSE PT LT ON E 9715 & E 9717. (IN SURVEY SHIP 'INVESTIGATOR' 1953). INS AS ST IN POSN 202611N, 864630E. - NM BLOCK 1020/55. 4.3.77 4.3.77 SHOWN AS ST IN POSN 202611N, 864630E ON INDIAN 352 [1975 EDN].
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 1985

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1930 BY BURNTISLAND SB CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TURNBULL, SCOTT & CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 354NHP. PASSAGE WALLAROO FOR CALCUTTA. DRIVEN ASHORE AND WRECKED DURING A CYCLONE. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 20 26.233 N,86 46.35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 17, 1950.

When was the wreck of the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1955.

What country did the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY)?

The SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4251 tons.

What type of wreck is the SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY)?

The SKELDERGATE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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