Canova Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Canova Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 45.52 N,7 28.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.758667
  • Longitude: -7.467500
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 77 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CANOVA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 4637
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source other
Surveying Details 1918 SUNK 15 MILES S (MAG) OF MINE HEAD. (M0447). NCA. 10.2.71 10.2.71 INS AS NDWPA IN 514530N, 072800W. BR STD. 13.3.78 13.3.78 AMEND TO WK USCPA 55MTRS. NC 2049.
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 1978

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1895 BY D & W HENDERSON & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LIVERPOOL, BRAZIL & RIVER PLATE STEAM NAVIGATION CO (LAMPORT & HOLT). SIX BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 564 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BAHIA BLANCA, BRAZIL FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY U-105. 7 MEN LOST. (LLWW1, WW1SL & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the CANOVA wreck located?

The CANOVA wreck is located at coordinates 51 45.52 N,7 28.05 W.

How deep is the CANOVA and where exactly is it located?

The CANOVA lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 51 45.52 N,7 28.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CANOVA?

The seabed around the CANOVA lies at approximately 77 meters deep.

When did the CANOVA sink?

The CANOVA sank on Dec 24, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CANOVA discovered?

The wreck of the CANOVA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CANOVA belong to?

The CANOVA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CANOVA carrying?

The CANOVA was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the CANOVA?

The CANOVA had a tonnage of 4637 tons.

What type of wreck is the CANOVA?

The CANOVA is classified as a steam ship.

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