Orissa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Orissa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 2.991 N,7 31.049 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.049850
  • Longitude: -7.517483
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORISSA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 128.3 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 10.1
Tonnage 5358
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1918
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560300N, 073100W. (WW1SL & DODS). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1895 BY HARLAND & WOLFF. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PACIFIC STEAM NAVIGATION CO. TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 586 NHP. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-21. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR PHILADELPHIA. SIX MEN LOST, CAPTAIN AMONG SURVIVORS. (DODS, KRIEG ZUR SEE, LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the ORISSA wreck located?

The ORISSA wreck is located at coordinates 56 2.991 N,7 31.049 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORISSA?

The seabed around the ORISSA lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the ORISSA sink?

The ORISSA sank on Jun 25, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ORISSA discovered?

The wreck of the ORISSA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ORISSA belong to?

The ORISSA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ORISSA?

The ORISSA had a tonnage of 5358 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORISSA?

The ORISSA is classified as a steam ship.

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