Elizabeth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elizabeth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 7.835 N,5 43.059 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.130583
  • Longitude: -5.717650
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELIZABETH
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 57
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1889
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Surveying Details 30.10.72 30.10.72 THE SMACK STRUCK THE WRECK OF THE ASIA & SANK THE FOLLOWING MORNING 1.9.1889. (LANDS END SHIPWRECKS). POSN 500748N, 054300W FOR FILING ONLY. 13.12.11 13.12.11 NOT LOCATED 15.11.10 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 18, 1999

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1840. PASSAGE COVERACK FOR LYDNEY. STRUCK THE WRECK OF THE ASIA AND SANK. NO LIVES LOST. (LANDS END SHIPWRECKS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ELIZABETH wreck located?

The ELIZABETH wreck is located at coordinates 50 7.835 N,5 43.059 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELIZABETH?

The seabed around the ELIZABETH lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the ELIZABETH sink?

The ELIZABETH sank on Sep 1, 1889.

When was the wreck of the ELIZABETH discovered?

The wreck of the ELIZABETH was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ELIZABETH belong to?

The ELIZABETH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ELIZABETH carrying?

The ELIZABETH was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ELIZABETH?

The ELIZABETH had a tonnage of 57 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELIZABETH?

The ELIZABETH is classified as a sailing vessel.

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