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
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.
Last Amended Date Jan 31, 2001

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.

General Comments

INTACT, WELL DEFINED HULL SHAPE

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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.

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