British Columbia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
British columbia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 16.76 N,3 25.21 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.279333
  • Longitude: 3.420167
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRITISH COLUMBIA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1957
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck British Columbia is an underwater obstruction located in the North Sea off the coast of the United Kingdom at coordinates 54 16.76 N, 3 25.21 E. Sinking quickly in 120 feet of water, the site has historical records dating back to 1957 with subsequent chart updates by British and Netherlands hydrographic authorities.

Surveying Details

H5472/57 17.10.57 SANK QUICKLY IN 120FT IN 541648N, 032518E. (LL, USS PURDY, SIGNAL DTD 30.9.04). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 2.10.73 ACCEPTED FOR NL CHARTS FROM 2128B. (NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS). 13.12.73 NOT SHOWN ON NETH 1037 [NOV 1973 EDN]. H3498/88 2.8.88 TO BE EXPUNGED. (NETH NM 367/88). BR STD. 19.4.89 BRITISH COLUMBIA, NDW IN 541648N, 032518E. (NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS NO. E14 297, JAN'88 EDN) NCA, SUPERSEDED BY NM ACTION ABOVE.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH DESTROYER USS PURDY. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 16.76 N,3 25.21 E
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FAQ

Where is the BRITISH COLUMBIA wreck located?

The BRITISH COLUMBIA wreck is located at coordinates 54 16.76 N,3 25.21 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BRITISH COLUMBIA?

The seabed around the BRITISH COLUMBIA lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the BRITISH COLUMBIA sink?

The BRITISH COLUMBIA sank on Sep 29, 1957.

When was the wreck of the BRITISH COLUMBIA discovered?

The wreck of the BRITISH COLUMBIA was discovered in 1957.

What country did the BRITISH COLUMBIA belong to?

The BRITISH COLUMBIA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BRITISH COLUMBIA?

The BRITISH COLUMBIA is classified as a trawler.

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