Terra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Terra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 44.183 N,2 10.65 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.736383
  • Longitude: -2.177500
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TERRA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 95.7 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2801
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 11, 1910
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1910
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.7.72 20.7.72 LOST OFF GROIS LEDGE. (CHANNEL ISLAND WKS). POSN 494411N, 021039W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 31, 2006

Circumstances of loss

LOST OFF GROIS LEDGE. (CHANNEL ISLANDS WKS). BUILT IN 1888 BY ROPNER & SON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE VULCAN SHIPPING CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 303NHP. WRECKED AT CHATEAU LETOC. PASSAGE TYNE TO GENOA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TERRA wreck located?

The TERRA wreck is located at coordinates 49 44.183 N,2 10.65 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TERRA?

The seabed around the TERRA lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the TERRA sink?

The TERRA sank on Jun 11, 1910.

When was the wreck of the TERRA discovered?

The wreck of the TERRA was discovered in 1910.

What country did the TERRA belong to?

The TERRA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TERRA carrying?

The TERRA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the TERRA?

The TERRA had a tonnage of 2801 tons.

What type of wreck is the TERRA?

The TERRA is classified as a steam ship.

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