Lomas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lomas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 52.535 N,8 7.544 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.875583
  • Longitude: -8.125733
Wreck Depth 90 m
Water Depth 124 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOMAS
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3048
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 30, 1915
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK IN 495230N, 080730W. (WW1SL). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. H1270/78 18.4.80 AMEND TO USC PA 90MTRS. NC 1123. MAYBE UNKNOWN IN 495300N, 080700W [21476].
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2000

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED THEN TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE, WITH THE LOSS OF ONE LIFE, 65 MILES W OF BISHOP ROCK. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the LOMAS wreck located?

The LOMAS wreck is located at coordinates 49 52.535 N,8 7.544 W.

How deep is the LOMAS and where exactly is it located?

The LOMAS lies at a depth of about 90 meters and is located at coordinates 49 52.535 N,8 7.544 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOMAS?

The seabed around the LOMAS lies at approximately 124 meters deep.

When did the LOMAS sink?

The LOMAS sank on Jun 30, 1915.

When was the wreck of the LOMAS discovered?

The wreck of the LOMAS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the LOMAS belong to?

The LOMAS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LOMAS?

The LOMAS had a tonnage of 3048 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOMAS?

The LOMAS is classified as a merchant vessel.

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