Silverton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Silverton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 28.5 N,10 20.167 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.475000
  • Longitude: 10.336117
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SILVERTON
Type collier
Flag GB
Tonnage 2682
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 13, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 8.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14M NE FROM CANAE ROCKS LT, 372830N, 102010E APPROX. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM CARDIFF FOR ALEXANDRIA. SUNK BY U-BOAT 14M NE FROM CANAE ROCKS. (WW1SL & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the SILVERTON wreck located?

The SILVERTON wreck is located at coordinates 37 28.5 N,10 20.167 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SILVERTON?

The seabed around the SILVERTON lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the SILVERTON sink?

The SILVERTON sank on Jul 13, 1916.

When was the wreck of the SILVERTON discovered?

The wreck of the SILVERTON was discovered in 1916.

What country did the SILVERTON belong to?

The SILVERTON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SILVERTON carrying?

The SILVERTON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the SILVERTON?

The SILVERTON had a tonnage of 2682 tons.

What type of wreck is the SILVERTON?

The SILVERTON is classified as a collier.

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