Polam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Polam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 9 N,9 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.150000
  • Longitude: -9.333333
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POLAM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1101
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 11, 1884
Original Detection Year 1884
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SANK IN 370900N, 092000W APPROX. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST) NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH SS 'CLAUDIA' OF NEWPORT, MON. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 37 9 N,9 20 W
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FAQ

Where is the POLAM wreck located?

The POLAM wreck is located at coordinates 37 9 N,9 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the POLAM?

The seabed around the POLAM lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When did the POLAM sink?

The POLAM sank on Apr 11, 1884.

When was the wreck of the POLAM discovered?

The wreck of the POLAM was discovered in 1884.

What country did the POLAM belong to?

The POLAM belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the POLAM?

The POLAM had a tonnage of 1101 tons.

What type of wreck is the POLAM?

The POLAM is classified as a steam ship.

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