Hilda Lea (Stern Part)(Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hilda lea (stern part)(probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.365 N,0 58.478 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.289417
  • Longitude: -0.974633
Wreck Depth 67 m
Water Depth 71 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 11.1 m
Draught 4.8
Sonar Length 35
Sonar Width 16
Orientation 355
Tonnage 1328
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Debris Field 0060.0,225
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details SUNK APPROX 167DEGS, 23 MILES FROM DUNNOSE IN 501300N, 010200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). SUNK 24M S BY E FROM ST CATHERINE'S POINT. (WW1SL). SUNK 23M S OF DUNNOSE HEAD, 22M SSE OF ST CATHERINES (PA). ACCEPT APPROX POSN 501600N, 005900W. (AP REPORT, PORTSMOUTH). HH090/952/01 4.11.03 HH090/952/01 4.11.03 EXAM'D 5.6.03 IN 5017.365N, 0058.478W [WGD] USING DGPS (STERN SECTION). LEAST E/S DEPTH 67 IN GEN DEPTH 71MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 35MTRS, WIDTH 16MTRS. LIES 175/355 DEGS. POOR MAGNETIC ANOMALY. BOW SECTION LIES 60MTRS SW. (GARDLINE, HI 952). DIMENSIONS FROM INVESTIGATION PLOT. INS WK 67MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1916 BY WILTON'S ENGINEERING & SHIPBUILDING CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE SHIPPING CONTROLLER. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 186NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ST HELEN'S FOR ROUEN. CARGO COAL. TORPEDOED BY UB-35. (SIBI, WW1SL & LL WW1).

General Comments

BOW IS SEPARATED (SEE [19819])

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 17.365 N,0 58.478 W
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FAQ

Where is the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) wreck located?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.365 N,0 58.478 W.

How deep is the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 67 meters and is located at coordinates 50 17.365 N,0 58.478 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) lies at approximately 71 meters deep.

When did the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) sink?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) sank on Dec 23, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) was discovered in 2003.

What country did the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) belong to?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) carrying?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY)?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1328 tons.

What type of wreck is the HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY)?

The HILDA LEA (STERN PART)(PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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