Datetree Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Datetree Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 7.268 N,5 43.258 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.121133
  • Longitude: -5.720967
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DATETREE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 82.5 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.9
Tonnage 1995
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1914
Original Detection Year 1914
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.1.70 8.1.70 RAN AGROUND ON 'THE BRISONS', CAPE CORNWALL. (LLOYDS, TELECON, LOCATED BY DIVER). POSN 500714N, 054312W FOR FILING ONLY. 13.12.11 13.12.11 NOT LOCATED 23.11.10 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1914 BY ANTWERP ENGINEERING CO LTD,HOBOKEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TREE SS CO. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR BREST. RAN AGROUND IN DENSE FOG ON 'THE BRISONS', CAPE CORNWALL. BROKE INTO THREE & CARGO JETTISONED. (LL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DATETREE wreck located?

The DATETREE wreck is located at coordinates 50 7.268 N,5 43.258 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DATETREE?

The seabed around the DATETREE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the DATETREE sink?

The DATETREE sank on Jun 25, 1914.

When was the wreck of the DATETREE discovered?

The wreck of the DATETREE was discovered in 1914.

What country did the DATETREE belong to?

The DATETREE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DATETREE carrying?

The DATETREE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the DATETREE?

The DATETREE had a tonnage of 1995 tons.

What type of wreck is the DATETREE?

The DATETREE is classified as a steam ship.

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