Croydon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Croydon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 44.717 N,61 51.67 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.745283
  • Longitude: -61.861167
Water Depth 5 m
Drying Height of the Feature 1.2 m
Water Level Effect always dry
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CROYDON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 105.2 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 3757
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1914
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1914
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Croydon shipwreck is located off the coast of Antigua in the Caribbean Sea at coordinates 17 44.717 N, 61 51.67 W. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded as a submerged tower or structure, has been surveyed multiple times by the UK Hydrographic Office. Originally noted as a structural feature near Goat Island, the Croydon wreckage was later identified with specific height measurements of 0.9 meters and 1.2 meters above the seabed. Following various hydrographic updates and positional refinements, the final survey establishes the wreck position at 17 44.717 N, 61 51.670 W. This site serves as a known navigational hazard in the region, with its charted location updated on nautical charts to ensure maritime safety.

Surveying Details

H3900/30 6.9.30 ST CHARTED IN 174530N, 615100W, OR 321DEGS, 1.3M FROM GOAT ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) H4779/70 27.10.70 ST HEIGHT 0.9MTRS. (HMS FOX, HN 18/70). BR STD. 22.1.82 NOW CHARTED AS ST PA HEIGHT 1.2MTRS IN 174440N, 615142W [NAD]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 254. 9.11.90 WGD POSN: 174442N, 615140W. NC 584. 2.2.02 WGD POSN: 1744.717N, 6151.670W. NE 254 [LARGEST SCALE].

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1898 BY J L THOMPSON & SONS, WAS WRECKED AT BARBUDA WHILE ON PASSAGE PHILADELPHIA FOR BARBADOS. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY ANDREW WEIR & CO, SS HOMERIC CO. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the CROYDON wreck located?

The CROYDON wreck is located at coordinates 17 44.717 N,61 51.67 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CROYDON?

The seabed around the CROYDON lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the CROYDON sink?

The CROYDON sank on Apr 6, 1914.

When was the wreck of the CROYDON discovered?

The wreck of the CROYDON was discovered in 1914.

What country did the CROYDON belong to?

The CROYDON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CROYDON carrying?

The CROYDON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CROYDON?

The CROYDON had a tonnage of 3757 tons.

What type of wreck is the CROYDON?

The CROYDON is classified as a steam ship.

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