Oxford Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Oxford Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 9 N,3 28.667 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.150000
  • Longitude: 3.477783
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OXFORD
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 19, 1950
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1950
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H815/51 12.3.51 H815/51 12.3.51 SS 'OXFORD' SCUTTLED IN 060900N, 032840E IN GEN DEPTH 56FMS. (DIRECTOR OF MARINE LAGOS, LTR DTD 16.1.51). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 22.5.07 SEP 2007/000039416 22.5.07 NOT LOCATED WITH M/B. DELETE. (HMS ENTERPRISE, HI 1188). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD. 27.1.10 27.1.10 STILL SHOWN AS WK USC 20MTRS ON FRENCH 7187 [INT 2087] [2ND EDN 2009, 1:1,000,000]. NCA. NE 595.
Last Amended Date May 22, 2007

Circumstances of loss

CONDEMNED BY BOARD OF SURVEY. WAS TOWED OUT TO SEA & SCUTTLED. (DIRECTOR OF MARINE, LAGOS).

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FAQ

Where is the OXFORD wreck located?

The OXFORD wreck is located at coordinates 6 9 N,3 28.667 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OXFORD?

The seabed around the OXFORD lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the OXFORD sink?

The OXFORD sank on Nov 19, 1950.

When was the wreck of the OXFORD discovered?

The wreck of the OXFORD was discovered in 1950.

What type of wreck is the OXFORD?

The OXFORD is classified as a steam ship.