Roanoke Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Roanoke Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 35 N,9 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.583333
  • Longitude: -9.466667
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROANOKE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4803
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Roanoke is located at coordinates 58.35N, 09.28W in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Scotland near the Butt of Lewis. Originally reported as a non-dangerous wreck in 1980, subsequent historical records from 1990 suggest alternative sinking positions for the vessel. The site is cataloged for hydrographic filing purposes as an underwater obstruction. Please note that exact structural conditions such as hull integrity remain unconfirmed in current records.

Surveying Details

22.2.80 NDW PA IN 583500N, 092800W [UND]. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). 30.4.90 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 100M WNW OF BUTT OF LEWIS & AS 583800N, 090800W [UND]. (WW1SL & LL WW1 RESPECTIVELY). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE LEITH FOR PHILADELPHIA. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE & SUNK BY BOMBS. (WW1SL & LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the ROANOKE wreck located?

The ROANOKE wreck is located at coordinates 58 35 N,9 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROANOKE?

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

When did the ROANOKE sink?

The ROANOKE sank on Aug 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ROANOKE discovered?

The wreck of the ROANOKE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ROANOKE belong to?

The ROANOKE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ROANOKE carrying?

The ROANOKE was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ROANOKE?

The ROANOKE had a tonnage of 4803 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROANOKE?

The ROANOKE is classified as a steam ship.

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