Skipjack Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Skipjack Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 33.609 N,0 47.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.560150
  • Longitude: -0.788333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SKIPJACK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 67.7 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1120
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 13, 1909
Original Detection Year 1909
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details 28.6.72 POSITION - AT COWBAR NAB. H6331/87 20.1.89 NOT FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON COWBAR STEEL STAITHES, NR WHITBY, WHILE ON PASSAGE BLYTH FOR PORTLAND, DORSET. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SKIPJACK wreck located?

The SKIPJACK wreck is located at coordinates 54 33.609 N,0 47.3 W.

When did the SKIPJACK sink?

The SKIPJACK sank on Nov 13, 1909.

When was the wreck of the SKIPJACK discovered?

The wreck of the SKIPJACK was discovered in 1909.

What country did the SKIPJACK belong to?

The SKIPJACK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SKIPJACK carrying?

The SKIPJACK was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the SKIPJACK?

The SKIPJACK had a tonnage of 1120 tons.

What type of wreck is the SKIPJACK?

The SKIPJACK is classified as a steam ship.

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