Trafford Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Trafford Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 0.92 N,6 57.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.015333
  • Longitude: -6.955000
Wreck Depth 36 m
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRAFFORD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 215
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 16, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Oct 21, 2009

Surveying Details

SUNK 30M WSW FROM TUSKAR. (WW1SL). INS AS WK USC PA 36MTRS IN 520054N, 065715W [OSI]. NC 2049. 20.10.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF IRELAND SURVEY CV07_02 DTD SEP-OCT 2007). AT EDGE OF SURVEYED AREA. RETAIN AS CHARTED. NCA. SEP 2009/000136554 20.10.09 NDW NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2007 (GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF IRELAND SURVEY CV07_02 DTD SEP-OCT 2007). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE & SUNK BY GUNFIRE BY U-22 30M WSW FROM TUSKAR.

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FAQ

Where is the TRAFFORD wreck located?

The TRAFFORD wreck is located at coordinates 52 0.92 N,6 57.3 W.

How deep is the TRAFFORD and where exactly is it located?

The TRAFFORD lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 52 0.92 N,6 57.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TRAFFORD?

The seabed around the TRAFFORD lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the TRAFFORD sink?

The TRAFFORD sank on Jun 16, 1915.

When was the wreck of the TRAFFORD discovered?

The wreck of the TRAFFORD was discovered in 1915.

What country did the TRAFFORD belong to?

The TRAFFORD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the TRAFFORD?

The TRAFFORD had a tonnage of 215 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRAFFORD?

The TRAFFORD is classified as a steam ship.

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