Florence Dombey (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Florence dombey (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 44.999 N,1 37.098 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.749983
  • Longitude: -1.618300
Wreck Depth 70 m
Water Depth 81 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 35.2 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.5
Shadow Height 13
Tonnage 182
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 5, 1933
Original Detection Year 1933
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3262/33 19.5.33 POSN 554500N, 013700W (VERY APPROX). (ANSTRUTLER CG). IN DEEP WATER. 6.6.72 INS AS NDWPA. LC 1192. H4622/71 14.9.72 AMEND TO USCPD 28MTRS. NC160. H4271/71 3.8.77 AMEND TO USCPD 55. BR STD. H1270/85 7.10.86 AMEND TO USCPD 70MTRS. NE 1192. HH090/915/01 18.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD. RSDRA2022000214078 3.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2022). (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1711). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 22, 2002

Circumstances of loss

EX-WYRE. BUILT OF STEEL BY SMITHS DOCK CO, NORTH SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY R MILNE OF FLEETWOOD. SINGLE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY THE NE MARINE ENG CO, SUNDERLAND. FOUNDERED AND LOST, PRESUMABLY IN HEAVY WEATHER.

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FAQ

Where is the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 44.999 N,1 37.098 W.

How deep is the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 70 meters and is located at coordinates 55 44.999 N,1 37.098 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 81 meters deep.

When did the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) sink?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) sank on May 5, 1933.

When was the wreck of the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1933.

What country did the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) belong to?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) carrying?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY)?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 182 tons.

What type of wreck is the FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY)?

The FLORENCE DOMBEY (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.

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