Umberto I (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Umberto i (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
44 1.79 N,8 13.98 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 44.029833
- Longitude: 8.233000
|
| Water Depth |
30 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
IT |
| Length |
109.7 m |
| Width |
11.6 m |
| Draught |
7 |
| Tonnage |
2766 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 14, 1917
|
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
2012 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Sep 26, 2012 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck known as Umberto I is located off the coast of Genoa, Italy, in the Ligurian Sea. The approximate coordinates for this underwater obstruction are 44 1.79 N, 8 13.98 E. Historically documented as a non-dangerous wreck, the site has been subject to multiple hydrographic surveys and salvage operations throughout the 20th century. Following extensive historical reporting, including salvage activity in 1958 and position updates from the UK Hydrographic Office and Italian maritime charts, the wreck is currently classified as dead and is no longer depicted on modern nautical charts IT300002 or Italian chart 2. While the site was previously designated as a submerged obstruction, modern surveys confirm it does not pose a hazard to navigation. Searchers and mariners looking for historical wreckage in the Genoa coastal area should note the final classification of this site as an amended dead wreck.
Surveying Details
H1925/20 19.3.20 NDW PA IN 440135N, 081405E. (GENOA NMS 45/117 & 45/121). - NM 529/20. H8528/32 13.12.32 NDW IN 440135N, 081405E. (GENOA 247/581). BA 157. H02758/43 30.7.56 NDW PA SHOWN IN 440136N, 081351E ON ITALIAN 2. R/S. H02758/43 21.4.58 SALVAGE IN PROGRESS, BUOYS LAID. (GENOA TNM 13.58/58). NCA. H02758/43 7.7.58 SALVAGE NM ABOVE CANCELLED. (GENOA NM 24.1/58). NCA. H02758/43 22.3.60 NDW IN 440145N, 081400E. - NM 542/60. 26.9.12 NOT SHOWN ON IT300002 [EDN 3.9] OR ON ITALIAN 2 [EDN 2 DTD 2002]. AMEND DEAD.
Circumstances of loss
VESSEL WAS TORPEDOED BY A SUBMARINE IN THE MEDITERRANEAN. (DODS).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
44 1.79 N,8 13.98 E
Umberto I (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Umberto I (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 44 1.79 N,8 13.98 E.
How deep is the seabed around the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 30 meters deep.
When did the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) sink?
The UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 14, 1917.
When was the wreck of the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) belonged to IT.
What was the tonnage of the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY)?
The UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2766 tons.
What type of wreck is the UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY)?
The UMBERTO I (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.