Dundalk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dundalk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 29.014 N,4 42.068 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.483567
  • Longitude: -4.701133
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DUNDALK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 71.9 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 794
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source other
Surveying Details 18.10.18 M47808 18.10.18 POSN 5MILES NNW OF SKERRIES. (BOT WR 8/409). M47533 POSN 14 MILES SW OF CHICKEN LT. (DOYLAS 1W SA) 20.10.18 M015690 20.10.18 POSN ONE 5 MILES NNW OF SKERRIES, POSN TWO 15MILES SW OF CHICKEN LT. (SNO HOLYHEAD, AP REPORT). INS AS WKPA IN 532900N, 044200W. BR STD. H2017/31 8.4.31 H2017/31 8.4.31 SWEPT FOR BY TRINITY HOUSE. H5141/53 14.8.53 H5141/53 14.8.53 AMEND NDWPA. NC 1411. 13.11.78 13.11.78 AMEND WK USCPA 50MTRS. NC 1826 & 1411. H1270/77 19.7.82 H1270/77 19.7.82 AMENDED TO WK USCPA 50MTRS. BA 1977. H4472/81 8.3.83 H4472/81 8.3.83 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. DELETE. (HMS FOX, HI 3A). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. 10.3.14 10.3.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1420). NCA
Last Amended Date Mar 22, 1983

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1899 BY A & J INGLIS, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DUNDALK & NEWRY STEAM PACKET CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TWO TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES FOR 283HP, TWIN SHAFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR DUNDALK. TORPEDOED BY UB-123 OR U-90. 25 MEN LOST, FIVE SURVIVORS. (DER KRIEG ZUR SEE & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DUNDALK wreck located?

The DUNDALK wreck is located at coordinates 53 29.014 N,4 42.068 W.

How deep is the DUNDALK and where exactly is it located?

The DUNDALK lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 53 29.014 N,4 42.068 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DUNDALK?

The seabed around the DUNDALK lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the DUNDALK sink?

The DUNDALK sank on Oct 14, 1918.

When was the wreck of the DUNDALK discovered?

The wreck of the DUNDALK was discovered in 1918.

What country did the DUNDALK belong to?

The DUNDALK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DUNDALK carrying?

The DUNDALK was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the DUNDALK?

The DUNDALK had a tonnage of 794 tons.

What type of wreck is the DUNDALK?

The DUNDALK is classified as a steam ship.

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