Sedgepool Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sedgepool Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 20 N,11 22 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.333333
  • Longitude: -11.366667
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEDGEPOOL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5556
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572000N, 112200W. 30.7.87 30.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 1000MTRS. (LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U 123, WHILST EN-ROUTE MONTREAL TO MANCHESTER.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 20 N,11 22 W
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FAQ

Where is the SEDGEPOOL wreck located?

The SEDGEPOOL wreck is located at coordinates 57 20 N,11 22 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEDGEPOOL?

The seabed around the SEDGEPOOL lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the SEDGEPOOL sink?

The SEDGEPOOL sank on Oct 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SEDGEPOOL discovered?

The wreck of the SEDGEPOOL was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SEDGEPOOL belong to?

The SEDGEPOOL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SEDGEPOOL carrying?

The SEDGEPOOL was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the SEDGEPOOL?

The SEDGEPOOL had a tonnage of 5556 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEDGEPOOL?

The SEDGEPOOL is classified as a steam ship.

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