Steelville Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Steelville Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 24.5 N,11 2.839 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.408333
  • Longitude: 11.047317
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STEELVILLE
Type collier
Tonnage 3649
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 9.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 372430N, 110250E APPROX. (WW1SL). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM BARRY FOR MALTA. SUNK BY A U-BOAT 20M N OF CAPE BON. (WW1SL & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the STEELVILLE wreck located?

The STEELVILLE wreck is located at coordinates 37 24.5 N,11 2.839 E.

How deep is the seabed around the STEELVILLE?

The seabed around the STEELVILLE lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the STEELVILLE sink?

The STEELVILLE sank on Jan 3, 1918.

When was the wreck of the STEELVILLE discovered?

The wreck of the STEELVILLE was discovered in 1918.

What cargo was the STEELVILLE carrying?

The STEELVILLE was carrying general and mixed goods,coal.

What was the tonnage of the STEELVILLE?

The STEELVILLE had a tonnage of 3649 tons.

What type of wreck is the STEELVILLE?

The STEELVILLE is classified as a collier.