Selma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Selma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 47.365 N,1 53.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.789417
  • Longitude: 1.898200
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SELMA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 82.3 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1654
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 25, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H6345/26 4.11.26 INS NDW (1915) ON 1610. H696/30 AMEND TO NDWPA. NE 1610. H4988/71 6.1.72 NOT LOCATED. DCS 3 PERFORMANCE EXCELLENT. DOES NOT EXIST. (HMS FAWN 1971). DELETE. BR STD. HH090/667/01 2.1.95 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (OCEONICS, HI 667). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 18, 2016

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK A MINE AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the SELMA wreck located?

The SELMA wreck is located at coordinates 51 47.365 N,1 53.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SELMA?

The seabed around the SELMA lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the SELMA sink?

The SELMA sank on Oct 25, 1915.

When was the wreck of the SELMA discovered?

The wreck of the SELMA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the SELMA belong to?

The SELMA belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the SELMA?

The SELMA had a tonnage of 1654 tons.

What type of wreck is the SELMA?

The SELMA is classified as a steam ship.