South Point Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
South point Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 11.028 N,6 16.557 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.183800
  • Longitude: -6.275950
Wreck Depth 80 m
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOUTH POINT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3837
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 60M W OF LUNDY I. (WW1SL). POSN 511100N, 061630W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 30.1.78 30.1.78 INS AS NDW IN 511100N, 061630W [OGB]. NC 2649. 4.5.78 4.5.78 INS AS WK USC PA 80MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN) NC 1178. H6446/87 3.1.89 H6446/87 3.1.89 NOT FOUND. (HMS FOX, HI 429). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 3, 1989

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR PHILADELPHIA. CAPTURED AND TORPEDOED BY U-28. (LLWW1, WW1SL & NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 13).

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FAQ

Where is the SOUTH POINT wreck located?

The SOUTH POINT wreck is located at coordinates 51 11.028 N,6 16.557 W.

How deep is the SOUTH POINT and where exactly is it located?

The SOUTH POINT lies at a depth of about 80 meters and is located at coordinates 51 11.028 N,6 16.557 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SOUTH POINT?

The seabed around the SOUTH POINT lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the SOUTH POINT sink?

The SOUTH POINT sank on Mar 27, 1915.

When was the wreck of the SOUTH POINT discovered?

The wreck of the SOUTH POINT was discovered in 1915.

What country did the SOUTH POINT belong to?

The SOUTH POINT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SOUTH POINT carrying?

The SOUTH POINT was carrying clay products.

What was the tonnage of the SOUTH POINT?

The SOUTH POINT had a tonnage of 3837 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOUTH POINT?

The SOUTH POINT is classified as a steam ship.