Onega (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Onega (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 28.867 N,5 6.196 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.481117
  • Longitude: -5.103267
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ONEGA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 122.2 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 3636
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 30, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.9.18 3.9.18 SUNK APPROX 3M N OF NEWQUAY. (BOT WR 8/197). GIVES POSN APPROX 502850N, 050608W. NCA. H2959/73 19.9.73 H2959/73 19.9.73 NOTHING FOUND DURING SEARCH USING MAGNETOMETER & E/S. (E GILES, 18.9.73). AMEND DEAD. NCA. 25.11.11 25.11.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2011

Circumstances of loss

EX-SV LUCHENBACH, EX-BROOKLYN, EX-MCPHERSON, EX-OBDAM, EX-BRITISH QUEEN. BUILT IN 1880 BY HARLAND & WOLFF, BELFAST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BARBER & CO. THREE BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 391HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY NEDRL STOOMBT MAATS, ROTTERDAM. PASSAGE BORDEAUX FOR SWANSEA. CARGO PIT PROPS. TORPEDOED AND SUNK.

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FAQ

Where is the ONEGA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ONEGA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 28.867 N,5 6.196 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ONEGA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ONEGA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the ONEGA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ONEGA (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 30, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ONEGA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ONEGA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ONEGA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ONEGA (POSSIBLY) belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the ONEGA (POSSIBLY)?

The ONEGA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 3636 tons.

What type of wreck is the ONEGA (POSSIBLY)?

The ONEGA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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