Teal Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Teal Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 50.007 N,1 15.597 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.833450
  • Longitude: -1.259950
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEAL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 67.1 m
Width 8.7 m
Draught 4.5
Tonnage 716
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1916
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 545000N, 011530W (PD) FOR FILING ONLY. FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. CONSIDERED TO BE [5785]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1876 BY M PEARCE & CO OF STOCKTON-UPON-TEES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE GENERAL STEAM NAVIGATION CO. SINGLE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION OF 174 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LEITH FOR LONDON. UB 26 FIRED TORPEDO BUT MISSED. SUBMARINE WENT ALONGSIDE AND PLACED SCUTTLING CHARGES WHICH FAILED TO SINK THE SHIP. LATER TORPEDOED AND SUNK. CREW RECOVERED. (SIBI).

General Comments

SEE [5785]

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FAQ

Where is the TEAL wreck located?

The TEAL wreck is located at coordinates 54 50.007 N,1 15.597 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TEAL?

The seabed around the TEAL lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the TEAL sink?

The TEAL sank on Apr 29, 1916.

When was the wreck of the TEAL discovered?

The wreck of the TEAL was discovered in 1916.

What country did the TEAL belong to?

The TEAL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TEAL carrying?

The TEAL was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the TEAL?

The TEAL had a tonnage of 716 tons.

What type of wreck is the TEAL?

The TEAL is classified as a steam ship.

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