Kenmore (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Kenmore (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
56 6.091 N,7 30.299 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 56.101517
- Longitude: -7.504983
|
| Wreck Depth |
99 m
|
| Water Depth |
111 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
KENMORE (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
109.7 m |
| Width |
15.2 m |
| Draught |
7.3 |
| Sonar Length |
150 |
| Shadow Height |
10 |
| Orientation |
150 |
| Tonnage |
3919 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
general and mixed goods
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 26, 1917
|
| Scour Dimensions |
,,001.0, |
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
1985 |
| Original Source |
published World War 1 losses |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 31, 2001 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the steamship Kenmore lies off the coast of County Donegal, Ireland, approximately 30 miles north of Inishtrahull Island. Located at coordinates 56 06.091 N, 07 30.299 W, this World War I shipwreck remains a significant underwater obstruction. Hydrographic surveys have confirmed the wreck lies at a depth of 101 meters. The vessel is approximately 150 meters long with a well-defined hull shape that appears to be intact, sitting on a seabed of fine sand with a scour depth of 1 meter. The wreck is oriented on a 150/330-degree axis. Historical records indicate the site was identified as the Kenmore, a merchant vessel sunk during the First World War. This underwater site is monitored by the UK Hydrographic Office and serves as a notable deep-water maritime archaeological feature in the Atlantic Ocean.
Surveying Details
SUNK 30 MILES N OF INNISHTRAHULL. (WW1SL, LL WW1). H4872/68 24.9.68 H4872/68 24.9.68 WK LOCATED IN 560606N, 073024W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 328 IN GEN DEPTH 364FT. NO SCOUR. SEABED FINE SAND. VERY GOOD SONAR CONTACT. POSSIBLY IN TWO HALVES. (HMS HYDRA, ROS DTD 20.1.68). NC 2722. H2317/85 2.12.85 H2317/85 2.12.85 EXAM'D 24.5.85 IN 560606N, 073015W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 101 IN GEN DEPTH 111MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 1MTR. DCS3 HT 10MTRS, LENGTH 150MTRS. LYING 150/330DEG. HAS WELL-DEFINED HULL SHAPE & IS APPARENTLY INTACT. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 262B). NCA. 31.1.01 31.1.01 RECORD REVIEWED. AMEND TO WK 101MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1912. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE WHILST EN-ROUTE LIVERPOOL TO BALTIMORE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOHNSTON LINE.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
56 6.091 N,7 30.299 W
Kenmore (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Kenmore (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 6.091 N,7 30.299 W.
How deep is the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 99 meters and is located at coordinates 56 6.091 N,7 30.299 W.
How deep is the seabed around the KENMORE (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 111 meters deep.
When did the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) sink?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 26, 1917.
When was the wreck of the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the KENMORE (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.
What was the tonnage of the KENMORE (POSSIBLY)?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 3919 tons.
What type of wreck is the KENMORE (POSSIBLY)?
The KENMORE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
INTACT, WELL DEFINED HULL SHAPE