Ora Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 53.667 N,0 47.667 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.894450
  • Longitude: 0.794450
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 57.9 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 924
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Apr 24, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck named ORA is located at coordinates 49 53.667 N, 0 47.667 E in the English Channel off the coast of France near Dieppe. Historical hydrographic survey data indicates that the ORA wreck was previously identified as a dangerous underwater obstruction with a funnel visible at low water. Subsequent surveying records from 1918 noted the wreck position and the installation of a marker buoy for navigational safety. As of 2023, following official nautical chart updates, the ORA wreck symbol and its associated marker buoy have been removed from active navigation charts and the site is officially classified as a dead wreck entry. Current maritime data confirms the obstruction is no longer considered a hazard to navigation at this English Channel location.

Surveying Details

H4926/18 29.8.18 DW IN 495420N, 004700E FUNNEL SHOWING AT LW. (DNTO DIEPPE). - FNM 581/18. WK IN 495340N, 004740E. H5921/18 30.10.18 WK IS MARKED BY G BUOY. - FNM 691/18. H7386/18 10.12.18 DW IN 495350N, 004740E. (FR WK RECORDS). H8208/22 15.12.22 DELETE OBSOLETE WK SYMBOL AND G BUOY. (PARIS NM 48 1729 22). - NM 156/23 2.7.81 NOT LISTED IN FR EXCHANGE DATA 18.10.76. AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE WK [24833].

Circumstances of loss

SUNK AFTER COLLISION EN-ROUTE TO ROUEN.

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FAQ

Where is the ORA wreck located?

The ORA wreck is located at coordinates 49 53.667 N,0 47.667 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ORA?

The seabed around the ORA lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the ORA sink?

The ORA sank on Aug 29, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ORA discovered?

The wreck of the ORA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ORA belong to?

The ORA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ORA carrying?

The ORA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ORA?

The ORA had a tonnage of 924 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORA?

The ORA is classified as a steam ship.

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