Severn Leigh Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Severn leigh Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 31 N,25 41 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.516667
  • Longitude: -25.683333
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEVERN LEIGH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5242
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 7.2.78 SANK IN 543100N, 254100W APPROX. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3). NCA..
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY CARID & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KELSTON SS CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 517NHP. PASSAGE HULL FOR ST JOHNS, NB. TORPEDOED BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE. 33 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SEVERN LEIGH wreck located?

The SEVERN LEIGH wreck is located at coordinates 54 31 N,25 41 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEVERN LEIGH?

The seabed around the SEVERN LEIGH lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the SEVERN LEIGH sink?

The SEVERN LEIGH sank on Aug 23, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SEVERN LEIGH discovered?

The wreck of the SEVERN LEIGH was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SEVERN LEIGH belong to?

The SEVERN LEIGH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SEVERN LEIGH carrying?

The SEVERN LEIGH was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SEVERN LEIGH?

The SEVERN LEIGH had a tonnage of 5242 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEVERN LEIGH?

The SEVERN LEIGH is classified as a steam ship.

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