Deerpool (For'd Section) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Deerpool (for'd section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 34.052 N,0 8.066 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.567533
  • Longitude: 0.134433
Wreck Depth 6.61 m
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 128.3 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.2
Sonar Length 55.08
Sonar Width 15.92
Shadow Height 4.17
Orientation 336
Tonnage 5167
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1939
Scour Dimensions 066.9,015.1,003.4,062
Debris Field No
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source other
Surveying Details SEE DEERPOOL (AFTER PART). [8783]. 19.5.80 19.5.80 SHOWN AS FOUL ON BTDB 1979 SURVEY [K5557/14]. SEP 2011/000136845 3.8.11 LOCATED IN 5334.054N, 0008.065E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 7.08MTRS. (NETSURVEY, HN DTD 18.7.11 FOR HI 1358). ONLY SCOUR HOLE APPARENT IN SUPPLIED M/B IMAGES. GEN DEPTH APPROX 8MTRS. RETAIN FOUL IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. SEP 2021/000067871 1.4.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020).(CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1683). NFA. SEP 2025/000448562 3.10.2025 LOCATED IN 5334.052N, 0008.066E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 6.61MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 9MTRS. LENGTH 55.08MTRS, WIDTH 15.92MTRS, HT 4.17MTRS. ORIENTATION 336/156 DEGS. SCOUR DIMENSIONS LENGTH 66.90MTRS, WIDTH 15.14MTRS, DEPTH 3.42MTRS. ORIENTATION 062 DEGS. LARGE DEFINED SHAPE, PROUD OF SEAFLOOR. (GEOSIGHT LAND AND HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEYS, HI 1703). RETAIN FOUL IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Oct 3, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1930 BY W GREY & CO, WEST HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY POOL SHIPPING CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 369HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY CENTRAL MARINE ENGINE WORKS LTD, WEST HARTLEPOOL. PASSAGE VANCOUVER FOR HULL. CARGO WOOL AND BULK GRAIN. GROUNDED AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS.

General Comments

Large defined shape, proud of seafloor.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 34.052 N,0 8.066 E
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FAQ

Where is the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) wreck located?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.052 N,0 8.066 E.

How deep is the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) and where exactly is it located?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) lies at a depth of about 6.61 meters and is located at coordinates 53 34.052 N,0 8.066 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION)?

The seabed around the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) sink?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) sank on Nov 12, 1939.

When was the wreck of the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) was discovered in 1939.

What country did the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) belong to?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) carrying?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) was carrying grain,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION)?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) had a tonnage of 5167 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION)?

The DEERPOOL (FOR'D SECTION) is classified as a steam ship.

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