Durward Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Durward Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 11.369 N,3 37.419 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.189483
  • Longitude: 3.623650
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DURWARD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1301
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H785/15 20.2.15 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 521130N, 033730E APPROX, WITH 2 MASTS SHOWING. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). INS AS WK (OLD SYMBOL), TWO MASTS SHOWING. - NM 128/15. H8203/19 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 22M NW OF MAAS LT VESSEL. NCA. H6345/26 4.11.26 AMENDED TO DW(1915)(PA). BR STD. H336/31 20.1.31 AMENDED TO DWPA. NE 1408. 7.12.72 SHOWN AS DWPA IN 521120N, 033730E [EUR] ON NETH FISHERIES CHART 1955 [RECD 7.11.72]. NCA. H4830/74 10.3.78 DELETED. (NETH NM 3940/77). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE LEITH FOR ROTTERDAM. CAPTURED BY U-BOAT AND SUNK BY BOMBS. (LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the DURWARD wreck located?

The DURWARD wreck is located at coordinates 52 11.369 N,3 37.419 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DURWARD?

The seabed around the DURWARD lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the DURWARD sink?

The DURWARD sank on Jan 21, 1915.

When was the wreck of the DURWARD discovered?

The wreck of the DURWARD was discovered in 1915.

What country did the DURWARD belong to?

The DURWARD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DURWARD?

The DURWARD had a tonnage of 1301 tons.

What type of wreck is the DURWARD?

The DURWARD is classified as a steam ship.