Susannah Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Susannah Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 6.429 N,6 3.891 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.107150
  • Longitude: -6.064850
Water Depth 93 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUSANNAH
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 27 m
Width 6.6 m
Draught 3.2
Tonnage 115
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel SUSANNAH is located at coordinates 51 6.429 N, 6 3.891 W, situated in the waters of the Celtic Sea off the coast of Pembrokeshire, southwest of The Smalls lighthouse. Historically reported as sunk in January 1971, this underwater obstruction was subject to investigation in 1980 by HMS Fawn. During subsequent sonar and magnetometer surveys, the site was not detected, leading to a classification of the wreck as dead or cleared. While historically logged as a navigational hazard in this region of the Celtic Sea, modern survey data indicates that no significant structural wreckage remains at these coordinates.

Surveying Details

25.1.71 SUNK POSN 40 MILES SSW FROM SMALLS. (WW1SL). POSN 510624N, 060350W FOR FILING ONLY. H3251/80 13.10.80 NOT FOUND USING DCS3 & MAGNETOMETER. (HMS FAWN, HI 56A/79). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1873 BY BARR, ARDROSSAN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A E BENNY, FALMOUTH. PASSAGE PRESTON FOR TRURO. (SIBI). PASSAGE POMARON FOR DUBLIN. CAPTURED BY U-35 & SUNK BY BOMBS. (LLWW1, WW1SL & NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 13).

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FAQ

Where is the SUSANNAH wreck located?

The SUSANNAH wreck is located at coordinates 51 6.429 N,6 3.891 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUSANNAH?

The seabed around the SUSANNAH lies at approximately 93 meters deep.

When did the SUSANNAH sink?

The SUSANNAH sank on Jun 8, 1915.

When was the wreck of the SUSANNAH discovered?

The wreck of the SUSANNAH was discovered in 1915.

What country did the SUSANNAH belong to?

The SUSANNAH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SUSANNAH carrying?

The SUSANNAH was carrying coal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the SUSANNAH?

The SUSANNAH had a tonnage of 115 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUSANNAH?

The SUSANNAH is classified as a sailing vessel.

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