Genevieve (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Genevieve (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 22.709 N,5 20.733 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.378483
  • Longitude: -5.345550
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag FR
Length 79.2 m
Width 11.1 m
Draught 4.8
Sonar Length 101.2
Sonar Width 27.5
Shadow Height 5.7
Orientation 81
Tonnage 1598
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1918
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK IN 502300N, 052000W. (LL WW1). NCA. H2537/28 H2537/28 SUNK IN 502300N, 052000W. (DOCKET M.3416). FOR FILING ONLY. 21.11.11 21.11.11 NOT LOCATED IN 5023.0N, 0520.0W [OGB] BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA. 30.11.11 30.11.11 LOCATED 22.3.10 IN 5022.709N, 0520.733W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 35.19 IN GEN DEPTH 40.9MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 101.2MTRS, WIDTH 27.5MTRS, HT 5.71MTRS. LIES 081/261 DEGS WITH BOWS E. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). IN TWO PARTS, IN LINE. INS AS WK 35MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 30, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1912 BY OSBOURNE, GRAHAM & CO, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY F BOUET. PASSAGE ROUEN FOR SWANSEA. TORPEDOED AND SUNK. (WW1SL, LL WW1, DODS & SIBI).

General Comments

BOWS E, IN TWO PARTS

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FAQ

Where is the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 22.709 N,5 20.733 W.

How deep is the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 22.709 N,5 20.733 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 16, 1918.

When was the wreck of the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What cargo was the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY)?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1598 tons.

What type of wreck is the GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY)?

The GENEVIEVE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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