Dagenham Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Dagenham Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 30.34 N,2 38.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.505667
  • Longitude: -2.634667
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAGENHAM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 72.8 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1466
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 8, 1909
Original Detection Year 1909
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.12.69 STRANDED ON NW GRUNES AND BROKE IN TWO. FORE PART ON ROCKS. STERN SANK. (LLOYDS). H1270/71 2.11.71 REPD TO LIE IN 90FT OF WATER. PROPELLER REMOVED. WELL BROKEN UP. (CHANNEL ISLAND SALVAGE CO.). NCA YET, POSN 493024N, 023800W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2001

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED ON NW GRUNES WHILE ON PASSAGE TYNE TO ST MALO. (LLOYDS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 30.34 N,2 38.08 W
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FAQ

Where is the DAGENHAM wreck located?

The DAGENHAM wreck is located at coordinates 49 30.34 N,2 38.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DAGENHAM?

The seabed around the DAGENHAM lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the DAGENHAM sink?

The DAGENHAM sank on Apr 8, 1909.

When was the wreck of the DAGENHAM discovered?

The wreck of the DAGENHAM was discovered in 1909.

What country did the DAGENHAM belong to?

The DAGENHAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DAGENHAM carrying?

The DAGENHAM was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the DAGENHAM?

The DAGENHAM had a tonnage of 1466 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAGENHAM?

The DAGENHAM is classified as a steam ship.