U 1024 (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 1024 (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 54.912 N,3 26.579 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.915200
  • Longitude: -3.442983
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 1024 (POSSIBLY)
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 67.1 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 871
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 13, 1945
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source fishing vessel
Last Amended Date Oct 3, 2024

Surveying Details

H1746/63 21.1.71 WK OF SUBMARINE REPORTED IN 535454N, 032630W [OGB] POS BY DECCA. (CDR C SCOTT, RNR, MFV ONWARD FISHER, VIA FISHERY OFFICER, NW AREA, 22.12.70). INS AS NDW. - NM 178/71. 4.2.82 THOUGHT POSSIBLY TO BE GERMAN SUBMARINE U 1024. (NHB, TELECON). BUT SEE 533900N, 050300W. 1.9.72 AMENDED TO USC 5FMS. NE 1826. 8.10.76 AMENDED TO USC 9MTRS. NC 1961. 18.10.93 TRAWL NET LOST ON OBSTRUCTION IN 535453N, 032630.5W [WGD]. POSN BY GPS. (MR ADAM, FV BECKY BOOTOO, TELECON). NCA. HH090/705/01 9.6.97 LOCATED BY MAGNETOMETER ONLY. THOUGH WITHIN THE SURVEY AREA NOT FULLY DISPROVED DUE TO SHOAL WATER 0.5MILES TO E. DISPROVED N, S AND W OF QUOTED POSN. RETAIN AS CHARTED. (NP 1008, HI 705). NCA. HH090/758/01 9.11.98 LOCATED ONLY BY MAGNETOMETER. NOT SEEN ON DCS3 OR E/S. CONSIDERED TO HAVE BEEN SUBSUMED BY THE SEABED AND NOW CONSTITUTES A FOUL. (NP 1016, HI 758). AMENDED TO FOUL IN LISTED POSN. BR STD. RSDRA2024000246622 3.10.24 NOTHING SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2024. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY, H1 1792). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY BRITISH FRIGATE HMS LOCH GLENDHU IN 533900N, 050300W, APPROX. SANK LATER WHILE UNDER TOW TO LIVERPOOL BY HMS LOCH MORE.

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FAQ

Where is the U 1024 (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The U 1024 (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 54.912 N,3 26.579 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 1024 (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the U 1024 (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the U 1024 (POSSIBLY) sink?

The U 1024 (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 13, 1945.

When was the wreck of the U 1024 (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the U 1024 (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the U 1024 (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The U 1024 (POSSIBLY) belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 1024 (POSSIBLY)?

The U 1024 (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 1024 (POSSIBLY)?

The U 1024 (POSSIBLY) is classified as a submarine.

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