Utopia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Utopia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 54.998 N,1 47.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.916633
  • Longitude: -1.784950
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UTOPIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 155
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 10, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN 12 MILES E OF ST ABB'S HD GIVES POSN 555500N, 014700W. FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. HH090/915/01 16.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA. RSDRA2022000214078 3.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2022). (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1711). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2002

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED & SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE 12MILES E OF ST ABB'S HD. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the UTOPIA wreck located?

The UTOPIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 54.998 N,1 47.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the UTOPIA?

The seabed around the UTOPIA lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the UTOPIA sink?

The UTOPIA sank on Aug 10, 1915.

When was the wreck of the UTOPIA discovered?

The wreck of the UTOPIA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the UTOPIA belong to?

The UTOPIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the UTOPIA?

The UTOPIA had a tonnage of 155 tons.

What type of wreck is the UTOPIA?

The UTOPIA is classified as a steam ship.

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