Almsford Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Almsford Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 8.035 N,5 43.059 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.133917
  • Longitude: -5.717650
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALMSFORD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.7
Tonnage 1449
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1891
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details 10.2.71 10.2.71 SANK AFTER A COLLISION NEAR CAPE CORNWALL. POSN 500800N, 054300W FOR FILING ONLY. 13.12.11 13.12.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1883 BY R THOMPSON & SONS, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOHN WOOD & CO. COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR LES SABLES D'OLONNE. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH SS ETHEL OF SUNDERLAND. ONE MAN LOST. (DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ALMSFORD wreck located?

The ALMSFORD wreck is located at coordinates 50 8.035 N,5 43.059 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALMSFORD?

The seabed around the ALMSFORD lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ALMSFORD discovered?

The wreck of the ALMSFORD was discovered in 1891.

What country did the ALMSFORD belong to?

The ALMSFORD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ALMSFORD carrying?

The ALMSFORD was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ALMSFORD?

The ALMSFORD had a tonnage of 1449 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALMSFORD?

The ALMSFORD is classified as a steam ship.

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