St Kenan (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
St kenan (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
55 19.4 N,4 56.152 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 55.323333
- Longitude: -4.935867
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| Wreck Depth |
40 m
|
| Water Depth |
54 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Sonar Length |
60 |
| Shadow Height |
10.9 |
| Orientation |
130 |
| Tonnage |
671 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
May 17, 1940
|
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Last Detection Year |
1980 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 26, 2000 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) is located off the coast of Scotland in the North Channel. The wreck sits at coordinates 55 19.4 N, 4 56.152 W. Underwater surveys identify the wreck as an intact vessel lying on the seabed with a structural length of approximately 60 meters and a height of 10.9 meters. The vessel is oriented on a 130/310 degree axis. The site has a least depth of 40.8 meters within a general surrounding depth of 54 meters, with no observed scour. Historical survey data indicates the wreck was first reported as sunk in 1940, with subsequent hydrographic examinations confirming the structural integrity and precise positioning of this underwater obstruction.
Surveying Details
H056/40 24.7.40 SANK IN 552000N, 045700W APPROX. (SO(I), ROSYTH, 14.7.40). H2579/76 2.12.80 WRECK LOCATED IN 551924N, 045605W [OGB]. LEAST DEPTH 40.7 MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 53 MTRS. (HMS HERALD, TLX DTD 30.11.80). NCA YET. H2579/76 13.5.81 INTACT WK EXAM'D 27.11.80 IN 551923.8N, 045604.7W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 40.8 IN GEN DEPTH 54MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 10.9MTRS, LENGTH 60MTRS, APPROX. LYING 130/310 DEGS. (HMS HERALD, HI 9/80). BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
55 19.4 N,4 56.152 W
St Kenan (Possibly) on Wreck Map
St Kenan (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 19.4 N,4 56.152 W.
How deep is the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 55 19.4 N,4 56.152 W.
How deep is the seabed around the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 54 meters deep.
When did the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) sink?
The ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) sank on May 17, 1940.
When was the wreck of the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.
What country did the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY)?
The ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 671 tons.
What type of wreck is the ST KENAN (POSSIBLY)?
The ST KENAN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
INTACT