Avondale Park (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Avondale park (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
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56 9.279 N,2 30.215 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 56.154650
- Longitude: -2.503583
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| Wreck Depth |
41 m
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| Water Depth |
51 m
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| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) |
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Type
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steam ship
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| Flag |
CA |
| Length |
100 m |
| Width |
14.3 m |
| Draught |
7.6 |
| Sonar Length |
80 |
| Sonar Width |
25 |
| Shadow Height |
7 |
| Orientation |
150 |
| Tonnage |
2878 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
ballast
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
May 7, 1945
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| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1945 |
| Last Detection Year |
2003 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 19, 2004 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck known as the AVONDALE PARK is located in the North Sea, approximately 1 mile southeast of May Island, Scotland. The wreck site is identified by the precise coordinates 56 9.279 N, 2 30.215 W. Underwater surveys and diving reports confirm the site contains the remains of a large, mostly intact steel vessel. The wreck is approximately 80 meters long and 25 meters wide, lying in a general water depth of 51 meters. The structure stands 7 meters high from the seabed and is oriented on a 150/330-degree axis. Investigations suggest the vessel is likely resting upright but has suffered significant structural damage and is now broken into two distinct sections. Historical site surveys have previously noted the presence of deck weaponry, including guns on the bridge wings and towers. Despite previous reports of snagged fishing nets and seabed scour, recent assessments indicate a clear site profile. This wreck is a well-documented underwater obstruction for maritime navigation, formally charted as a 41-meter depth wreck.
Surveying Details
SUNK ABOUT 1 MILE SE OF MAY ISLAND. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). H2618/60 30.8.59 OROPESA SWEEP CLEAR AT 88FT. LEAST E/S 139FT SEABED 176FT. SCOUR 1FT. POSN BY HSA. (HMS SCOTT, 28.8.59). INS AS NDW. H4076/65 13.5.66 EXAM'D IN 560919N, 023000W USING HSA. LEAST E/S DEPTH 148 IN GEN DEPTH 178FT. VERY GOOD SONAR CONTACT. (HMS MYRMIDON, 8.11.65). AMEND TO WK 24FMS. BR STD. H4075/65 1.6.73 INS BA 114A. - NM 1012/73. 31.8.73 AMEND TO WK 44MTRS. NC 734. H4818/75 3.8.77 EXAM'D 25.3.77 IN 560917.2N, 023006.9W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 39.1 IN GEN DEPTH 51MTRS. SCOUR 2.4MTRS DEEP. DCS3 HT 11.5MTRS, LENGTH 107MTRS. LIES 325/145 DEG AT FOOT OF A SLOPE WITH 2 HIGH POINTS HALFWAY ALONG ITS LENGTH. (HMS FOX, HI 34B/77). AMEND TO WK 39MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. HH100/351/06 2.6.93 DIVED ON AUG.'91 IN 560929N, 023024W [WGD] USING GPS. LARGE INTACT WK STANDING 8MTRS HIGH. BOWS AND BRIDGE UPRIGHT AND STERN LISTS TO PORT. TWO GUNS OBSERVED. OTHER GUNS ON TOWERS AND BRIDGE WING. (G WADSWORTH, 1.3.93). HH090/605/01 25.1.94 EXAM'D 20.8.93 IN 560916N, 023006.9W [OGB] USING MICROFIX [3 LOPS]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 40.6 IN GEN DEPTH 51.5MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 52.3MTRS. DCS3 HT 4.4MTRS, LENGTH 107MTRS, BREADTH 18MTRS. LIES 151/331 DEG. SNAGGED BY FISHING NET. (OCEONICS, HI 605). AMEND TO WK 40MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. HH091/051/01 19.1.03 EXAM'D 18.10.03 IN 5609.279N, 0230.215W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 41.2 IN GEN DEPTH 51MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 80MTRS, WIDTH 25MTRS. DCS3 HT 7MTRS. LIES 150/330 DEGS. PROBABLY UPRIGHT, BROKEN IN TWO. (NP 1008, HI 1051). AMEND WK 41MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1944 BY FOUNDATION MARITIME LTD, PICTOU, NS, CANADA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 269NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY CANADA IRON FOUNDRIES LTD, THREE RIVERS, CANADA. PASSAGE HULL FOR BELFAST. IN BALLAST. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U2336. THE LAST BRITISH SHIP TO BE SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE IN THE EUROPEAN THEATRE BEFORE THE END OF WW2. (WW2SL & SIBI).
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56 9.279 N,2 30.215 W
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FAQ
Where is the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 9.279 N,2 30.215 W.
How deep is the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 41 meters and is located at coordinates 56 9.279 N,2 30.215 W.
How deep is the seabed around the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 51 meters deep.
When did the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) sink?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) sank on May 7, 1945.
When was the wreck of the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.
What country did the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) belonged to CA.
What cargo was the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.
What was the tonnage of the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY)?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2878 tons.
What type of wreck is the AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY)?
The AVONDALE PARK (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
INTACT, MAINLY UPRIGHT