Prince Of Wales (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Prince of wales (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
57 9.492 N,1 29.746 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 57.158200
- Longitude: -1.495767
|
| Wreck Depth |
75 m
|
| Water Depth |
80 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
trawler
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
32.3 m |
| Width |
6.2 m |
| Draught |
3.4 |
| Sonar Length |
39 |
| Sonar Width |
8 |
| Shadow Height |
5.9 |
| Orientation |
120 |
| Tonnage |
129 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 25, 1917
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Scour Dimensions |
0002.0,,001.1,120 |
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
2009 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 1, 2010 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck survey details for the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) located off the northeast coast of Scotland in the North Sea at coordinates 57 9.492 N, 1 29.746 W. Historical records trace the sunken wreckage back to a Board of Trade report from November 1920. Modern hydrographic examination using DGPS confirms the upright and intact wreck lies in a general depth of 80.6 meters, with a least multibeam depth of 75.65 meters over the site. Structural dimensions measure 39 meters in length, 8 meters in width, and 5.9 meters in height, featuring a scour 1.1 meters deep extending 2 meters toward the 120-degree direction from the south end. The vessel rests on a 120/300-degree orientation with its bows facing southeast, showing signs of degradation.
Surveying Details
H8161/20 16.11.20 REPORT OF SUNKEN WRECKAGE IN APPROX 571000N, 013200W. (BOARD OF TRADE). INS AS OBSOLETE WK SYMBOL. BR STD. H4087/26 24.6.26 AMEND NDWPA (1917). BR STD. HH091/155/01 1.3.10 SEP 2010/000098684 EXAM'D 15.7.09 IN 5709.492N, 0129.746W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 75.65 IN GEN DEPTH 80.6MTRS. SCOUR 1.1MTR DEEP EXTENDS 2MTRS TOWARDS 120DEGS FROM S END. LENGTH 39MTRS, WIDTH 8MTRS, HT 5.9MTRS. LIES 120/300 DEGS WITH BOWS SE. DEGRADED. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1155). INTACT, UPRIGHT. AMEND WK 75MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
25.3.17 BUILT IN 1891 BY COOK, WELTON & GEMMELL, HULL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J PATTISON, HARTLEPOOL. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 50NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY C D HOLMES & CO, HULL. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY SCUTTLING CHARGES. (NAVAL CENTRE ROSYTH, TELEGRAM DTD 25.3.17, LL WW1 & SIBI).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
57 9.492 N,1 29.746 W
Prince Of Wales (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Prince Of Wales (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 57 9.492 N,1 29.746 W.
How deep is the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 75 meters and is located at coordinates 57 9.492 N,1 29.746 W.
How deep is the seabed around the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 80 meters deep.
When did the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) sink?
The PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 25, 1917.
When was the wreck of the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY)?
The PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 129 tons.
What type of wreck is the PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY)?
The PRINCE OF WALES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.
General Comments
UPRIGHT, INTACT, BOWS SE