Walpas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Walpas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 47 N,5 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.783333
  • Longitude: -5.333333
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 61 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WALPAS
Type sailing vessel
Flag RU
Tonnage 312
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 27, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 1982

Surveying Details

2.5.18 M22028 2.5.18 ABOUT 15M W BY N OF BARDSEY. (BOT MASTER). INS WK [OLD SYMBOL] IN 524700N, 052000W ON CHARTS. 6.5.18 M09548 6.5.18 20M WNW [MAG] OF BARDSEY HD. (AP HOLYHEAD). H3058/53 18.5.53 H3058/53 18.5.53 SHOWN AS NDW PA. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NC 1410. 24.11.72 24.11.72 AMEND TO WK USC PA 30FMS. NE 1410. H1935/80 14.5.82 H1935/80 14.5.82 NOT FOUND. (HMS FAWN, HI 3) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U 91. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the WALPAS wreck located?

The WALPAS wreck is located at coordinates 52 47 N,5 20 W.

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

The WALPAS lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 52 47 N,5 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WALPAS?

The seabed around the WALPAS lies at approximately 61 meters deep.

When did the WALPAS sink?

The WALPAS sank on Apr 27, 1918.

When was the wreck of the WALPAS discovered?

The wreck of the WALPAS was discovered in 1918.

What country did the WALPAS belong to?

The WALPAS belonged to RU.

What was the tonnage of the WALPAS?

The WALPAS had a tonnage of 312 tons.

What type of wreck is the WALPAS?

The WALPAS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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