Soreldoc (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Soreldoc (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 15.856 N,5 30.479 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.264267
  • Longitude: -5.507983
Wreck Depth 90 m
Water Depth 93 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SORELDOC (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 77.1 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.5
Sonar Length 75
Shadow Height 2
Orientation 40
Tonnage 1926
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 28, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2000

Surveying Details

H067/45 28.2.45 H067/45 DATUM FOR SEARCH: 521500N,053300W. (C-IN-C WEST APPS, 28.2.45). H0109/45 9.5.45 H0109/45 9.5.45 WK IN 521630N, 053130W. LENGTH 80FT, HEIGHT 30FT, DIRECTION 040/220DEGS. GAVE OFF OIL AND WRECKAGE. (WEST. APPS. LIST, WAGO 524). 6.3.45 6.3.45 WK IN 521700N, 053100W. (AUBD 319/136, ESCORT GROUP 25). WK IN 521630N, 053130W (AUBD 319/138 ESCORT GROUP 25). H1950/76 12.11.80 H1950/76 12.11.80 WK EXAM'D 25.4.80 IN 521550N, 053025W [OGB] USING HF6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 90.5 IN GEN DEPTH 93MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 2MTRS. LYING NE/SW. APPROX LENGTH 75MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 1302. BROKE IN TWO & SANK IN 4 MINUTES. EN ROUTE LIVERPOOL TO SWANSEA. 15 LIVES LOST. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2)

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FAQ

Where is the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 15.856 N,5 30.479 W.

How deep is the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 90 meters and is located at coordinates 52 15.856 N,5 30.479 W.

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

The seabed around the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 93 meters deep.

When did the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) sink?

The SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 28, 1945.

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

The wreck of the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) belonged to US.

What cargo was the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY)?

The SORELDOC (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1926 tons.

What type of wreck is the SORELDOC (POSSIBLY)?

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

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