Oswin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Oswin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 24.995 N,1 11.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.416583
  • Longitude: -1.185050
Wreck Depth 42 m
Water Depth 63 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OSWIN
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 78.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.1
Tonnage 1737
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 2008

Simplified Wreck Survey

The UK Hydrographic Office surveying records for the shipwreck OSWIN located at coordinates 56 24.995 N, 1 11.103 W off the coast of the United Kingdom detail its historical assessment and eventual removal from active charts. Initially confirmed as a lost vessel with the position designated as PA or position approximate, historical hydrographic reports note that the obstruction was later investigated by Gardline Hydro using multibeam sonar surveys in September 2008. Because the underwater wreck was not located during these modern acoustic sweeps, the record was officially amended to dead and deleted from standard navigational charts.

Surveying Details

H3039/26 H3039/26 [NO DATE] CONFIRMS LOSS, GIVES NAME ETC. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) INS WK [OLD SYMBOL] PA IN 562500N, 011100W. BA 2182B. H315/27 12.2.27 AMEND TO NDW PA. NE 2182B. 16.2.78 AMEND TO WK USC PA 42MTRS. NC 1407. HH091/151/01 10.4.08 SEP 2008/000036575 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1151). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1890 BY T TURNBULL, WHITBY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WALHALL, HELSINGBORG. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 172HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY BLAIR & CO, STOCKTON. PASSAGE METHIL FOR MALMO. CARGO COAL. CAPTURED AND SUNK BY UB-62.

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FAQ

Where is the OSWIN wreck located?

The OSWIN wreck is located at coordinates 56 24.995 N,1 11.103 W.

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

The OSWIN lies at a depth of about 42 meters and is located at coordinates 56 24.995 N,1 11.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OSWIN?

The seabed around the OSWIN lies at approximately 63 meters deep.

When did the OSWIN sink?

The OSWIN sank on Mar 12, 1918.

When was the wreck of the OSWIN discovered?

The wreck of the OSWIN was discovered in 1918.

What country did the OSWIN belong to?

The OSWIN belonged to SE.

What cargo was the OSWIN carrying?

The OSWIN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the OSWIN?

The OSWIN had a tonnage of 1737 tons.

What type of wreck is the OSWIN?

The OSWIN is classified as a steam ship.

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