Stanlake (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Stanlake (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 3.636 N,4 55.163 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.060600
  • Longitude: -4.919383
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 66 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STANLAKE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 77.1 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1742
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 14, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Sep 19, 2014

Surveying Details

H67/43 14.4.43 REPD LOST 060DEGS 12M LIZARD POINT. (C-IN-C PLYMOUTH, 14.4.43). GIVES APPROX POSN 500336N, 045548W. H4239/73 15.8.74 FISHERMENS FASTENER REPD IN 500336N, 045506W [OGB]. SONAR CONTACT IN POSN, BUT NOTHING FOUND ALTHOUGH NOT DISPROVED. (HMS HECATE, 1974). H2979/74 18.2.76 FISHERMENS FASTENERS IN 500336N, 045504W AND 500327N, 045455W USING DECCA. (E GILES, 29.1.76). NCA. 22.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 500336N, 045506W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 2565. 28.6.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 50 MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NE 777. [WGD] POSN: 5003.636N, 0455.163E. SEP 2014/000153151 19.9.14 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (MMT, HI 1455). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1923 BY SWAN HUNTER & WIGHAM RICHARDSON LTD, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. PASSAGE PORTLAND FOR BARRY. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY E-BOAT. (WW2SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 3.636 N,4 55.163 W.

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

The STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 50 3.636 N,4 55.163 W.

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

The seabed around the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 66 meters deep.

When did the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 14, 1943.

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

The wreck of the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1943.

What country did the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY)?

The STANLAKE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1742 tons.

What type of wreck is the STANLAKE (POSSIBLY)?

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

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