Butetown Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Butetown Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 1.513 N,21 25.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.025217
  • Longitude: 21.432667
Water Depth 3750 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUTETOWN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3789
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 8, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.8.72 WK IN 360135N, 212600E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WW1). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 3, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE MALTA FOR MUDROS. WAS SUNK BY U-BOAT 55M WSW OF CAPE MATAPAN.

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FAQ

Where is the BUTETOWN wreck located?

The BUTETOWN wreck is located at coordinates 36 1.513 N,21 25.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BUTETOWN?

The seabed around the BUTETOWN lies at approximately 3750 meters deep.

When did the BUTETOWN sink?

The BUTETOWN sank on Sep 8, 1916.

When was the wreck of the BUTETOWN discovered?

The wreck of the BUTETOWN was discovered in 1916.

What country did the BUTETOWN belong to?

The BUTETOWN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BUTETOWN carrying?

The BUTETOWN was carrying general and mixed goods,coal.

What was the tonnage of the BUTETOWN?

The BUTETOWN had a tonnage of 3789 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUTETOWN?

The BUTETOWN is classified as a steam ship.

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