Waneta (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Waneta (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 3.73 N,7 55.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.062167
  • Longitude: -7.917333
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WANETA (PROBABLY)
Type tanker
Flag GB
Length 73.8 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 1683
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 30, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 2, 2020

Surveying Details

2.6.18 M010629 2.6.18 SUNK IN 510500N, 075400W. (VA MILFORD HAVEN - AP REPORT). 6.6.18 M05495 6.6.18 SANK ABOUT 40M SSE OF DAUNT ROCK LTV. (IDSA, VA MILFORD HAVEN, 6.6.18). 10.2.71 10.2.71 INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. 20.2.92 20.2.92 FF, ALL GEAR LOST, IN 510342N, 075500W [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. (REP DES CR ET EP). AMEND POSN. BR STD. SEP 2020/000263990 29.9.18 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2018). (INFOMAR/CV18_03). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-IMPOCO. BUILT IN 1910 BY GREENOCK & GRANGEMOUTH DOCKYARD CO LTD, GREENOCK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE TANK STORAGE AND CARRIAGE CO LTD. ON ADMIRALTY SERVICE. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 223 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE HALIFAX FOR QUEENSTOWN. TORPEDOED BY UB-101. 8 MEN LOST. (WW1SL, DODS & SII).

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FAQ

Where is the WANETA (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The WANETA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 3.73 N,7 55.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WANETA (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the WANETA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the WANETA (PROBABLY) sink?

The WANETA (PROBABLY) sank on May 30, 1918.

When was the wreck of the WANETA (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the WANETA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the WANETA (PROBABLY) belong to?

The WANETA (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WANETA (PROBABLY) carrying?

The WANETA (PROBABLY) was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the WANETA (PROBABLY)?

The WANETA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1683 tons.

What type of wreck is the WANETA (PROBABLY)?

The WANETA (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.

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