Greta C Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Greta c Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 20.536 N,2 44.077 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.342267
  • Longitude: -2.734617
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRETA C
Type container ship
Flag GB
Length 51.8 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 474
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 7, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.9.74 9.9.74 SANK APPROX.15 MILES SW OF PORTLAND BILL. (LL 217). POSN 502030N, 024400W FOR FILING ONLY. 3.12.75 3.12.75 INS AS USCPA 16FMS. NE 2649. 6.12.76 6.12.76 AMEND TO USCPA 30MTRS. NC 3315. H1270/76 2.12.81 H1270/76 2.12.81 AMENDED TO USCPA 40MTRS. BR STD. 6.2.02 6.2.02 WK LOCATED AND IDENTIFIED ELSEWHERE. SEE [18803]. AMENDED DEAD. BR STD. HH090/961/01 16.12.03 HH090/961/01 16.12.03 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 961). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN HEAVY SEAS.

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FAQ

Where is the GRETA C wreck located?

The GRETA C wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.536 N,2 44.077 W.

How deep is the GRETA C and where exactly is it located?

The GRETA C lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 50 20.536 N,2 44.077 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GRETA C?

The seabed around the GRETA C lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the GRETA C sink?

The GRETA C sank on Sep 7, 1974.

When was the wreck of the GRETA C discovered?

The wreck of the GRETA C was discovered in 1974.

What country did the GRETA C belong to?

The GRETA C belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GRETA C?

The GRETA C had a tonnage of 474 tons.

What type of wreck is the GRETA C?

The GRETA C is classified as a container ship.