Uskbridge Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Uskbridge Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 40 N,15 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.666667
  • Longitude: -15.833333
Water Depth 2240 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name USKBRIDGE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2715
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 17, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 604600N, 163000W. 24.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 604000N, 155000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN OVER 2200 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Feb 18, 2005

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-93. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the USKBRIDGE wreck located?

The USKBRIDGE wreck is located at coordinates 60 40 N,15 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the USKBRIDGE?

The seabed around the USKBRIDGE lies at approximately 2240 meters deep.

When did the USKBRIDGE sink?

The USKBRIDGE sank on Oct 17, 1940.

When was the wreck of the USKBRIDGE discovered?

The wreck of the USKBRIDGE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the USKBRIDGE belong to?

The USKBRIDGE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the USKBRIDGE?

The USKBRIDGE had a tonnage of 2715 tons.

What type of wreck is the USKBRIDGE?

The USKBRIDGE is classified as a steam ship.

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