Heronspool Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Heronspool Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 13 N,14 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.216667
  • Longitude: -14.800000
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERONSPOOL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5202
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 12, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN 501300N, 144800W. (N.I.D). 6.7.87 6.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN OVER 4000MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM SUBMARINE. (N.I.D). TORPEDOED BY U-48. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the HERONSPOOL wreck located?

The HERONSPOOL wreck is located at coordinates 50 13 N,14 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HERONSPOOL?

The seabed around the HERONSPOOL lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the HERONSPOOL sink?

The HERONSPOOL sank on Oct 12, 1939.

When was the wreck of the HERONSPOOL discovered?

The wreck of the HERONSPOOL was discovered in 1939.

What country did the HERONSPOOL belong to?

The HERONSPOOL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HERONSPOOL?

The HERONSPOOL had a tonnage of 5202 tons.

What type of wreck is the HERONSPOOL?

The HERONSPOOL is classified as a steam ship.

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