Otterpool Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Otterpool Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 45.042 N,8 13.042 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.750700
  • Longitude: -8.217367
Water Depth 135 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OTTERPOOL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 118.9 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 4876
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H095/39 15.1.41 H095/39 REPORTED IN WESTERN APPS LIST 15.1.41. SUNK 80M S OF SCILLY ISLES. (DODS). POSN 484700N, 075000W. (WW2 BFMSL). ACCEPTED POSN 484500N 081300W. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1926 BY WK GREY & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE POOL SHIPPING CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 439NHP FOR 11 KNOTS. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 23 CREW LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the OTTERPOOL wreck located?

The OTTERPOOL wreck is located at coordinates 48 45.042 N,8 13.042 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OTTERPOOL?

The seabed around the OTTERPOOL lies at approximately 135 meters deep.

When did the OTTERPOOL sink?

The OTTERPOOL sank on Jun 20, 1940.

When was the wreck of the OTTERPOOL discovered?

The wreck of the OTTERPOOL was discovered in 1940.

What country did the OTTERPOOL belong to?

The OTTERPOOL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the OTTERPOOL carrying?

The OTTERPOOL was carrying ore.

What was the tonnage of the OTTERPOOL?

The OTTERPOOL had a tonnage of 4876 tons.

What type of wreck is the OTTERPOOL?

The OTTERPOOL is classified as a steam ship.

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