Uskbridge Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Uskbridge Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
60 40 N,15 50 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 60.666667
- Longitude: -15.833333
|
| Water Depth |
2240 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
USKBRIDGE |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Tonnage |
2715 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Oct 17, 1940
|
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Feb 18, 2005 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck USKBRIDGE is located at coordinates 60 40 N, 15 50 W in the deep waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. This underwater obstruction sits at a significant depth of over 2200 meters. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office notes conflicting sinking positions, with the current established location at 60 40 N, 15 50 W. As an underwater wreck of historical significance, the USKBRIDGE serves as a reference point for maritime records in the North Atlantic region.
Surveying Details
H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 604600N, 163000W. 24.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 604000N, 155000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN OVER 2200 MTRS.
Circumstances of loss
TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-93. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
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60 40 N,15 50 W
Uskbridge on Wreck Map
Uskbridge Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the USKBRIDGE wreck located?
The USKBRIDGE wreck is located at coordinates 60 40 N,15 50 W.
How deep is the seabed around the USKBRIDGE?
The seabed around the USKBRIDGE lies at approximately 2240 meters deep.
When did the USKBRIDGE sink?
The USKBRIDGE sank on Oct 17, 1940.
When was the wreck of the USKBRIDGE discovered?
The wreck of the USKBRIDGE was discovered in 1940.
What country did the USKBRIDGE belong to?
The USKBRIDGE belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the USKBRIDGE?
The USKBRIDGE had a tonnage of 2715 tons.
What type of wreck is the USKBRIDGE?
The USKBRIDGE is classified as a steam ship.