Escrick Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Escrick Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 42 N,16 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.700000
  • Longitude: -16.166667
Water Depth 4050 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ESCRICK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 120.4 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4151
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 19, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel ESCRICK is located in the North Atlantic Ocean at coordinates 46 42 N, 16 10 W. Historical records from Lloyds confirm the sinking position at these coordinates. Additional reports from World War I archives place the wreck approximately 360 miles northwest by north from Cape Finisterre. Surveying details indicate the site as an underwater obstruction. All provided positional data has been verified through maritime historical records to ensure accuracy for navigation and maritime research.

Surveying Details

13.5.70 13.5.70 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 464200N, 161000W. (LLOYDS). 24.2.96 24.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 360 MILES NW BY N FROM CAPE FINISTERRE. (WW1 MSL). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1910. PASSAGE BORDEAUX FOR MONTREAL. TORPEDOED BY U-90. (LLOYDS, SEA BREEZES FEB'80, KRIEG ZUR ZEE, WW1 MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the ESCRICK wreck located?

The ESCRICK wreck is located at coordinates 46 42 N,16 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ESCRICK?

The seabed around the ESCRICK lies at approximately 4050 meters deep.

When did the ESCRICK sink?

The ESCRICK sank on Aug 16, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ESCRICK discovered?

The wreck of the ESCRICK was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ESCRICK belong to?

The ESCRICK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ESCRICK carrying?

The ESCRICK was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ESCRICK?

The ESCRICK had a tonnage of 4151 tons.

What type of wreck is the ESCRICK?

The ESCRICK is classified as a steam ship.

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