Croxteth Hall Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Croxteth hall Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
18 45.05 N,72 21.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.750833
  • Longitude: 72.366167
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CROXTETH HALL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 126.2 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 5872
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1917
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 184500N, 722200E. (LL WW1) NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1917 BY PALMERS CO., WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 556NHP & 12KNTS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BARCELONA S.S. CO. (HALL LINE). PASSAGE TEES AND KARACHI FOR BOMBAY. VESSEL STRUCK A MINE & SANK 25M W OF BOMBAY. 9 LIVES LOST. (DODS & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the CROXTETH HALL wreck located?

The CROXTETH HALL wreck is located at coordinates 18 45.05 N,72 21.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CROXTETH HALL?

The seabed around the CROXTETH HALL lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the CROXTETH HALL sink?

The CROXTETH HALL sank on Nov 17, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CROXTETH HALL discovered?

The wreck of the CROXTETH HALL was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CROXTETH HALL belong to?

The CROXTETH HALL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CROXTETH HALL carrying?

The CROXTETH HALL was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CROXTETH HALL?

The CROXTETH HALL had a tonnage of 5872 tons.

What type of wreck is the CROXTETH HALL?

The CROXTETH HALL is classified as a steam ship.