Vedamore Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vedamore Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 15.52 N,10 11.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.258667
  • Longitude: -10.184000
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 123 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VEDAMORE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 136.6 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 9.4
Orientation 90
Tonnage 6330
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jun 11, 1986

Surveying Details

H3549/53 6.7.53 SALVAGE OPERATIONS TAKING PLACE IN POSN 511600N, 100900W. (RISDON BEASLEY). H3549/53 8.8.53 SALVAGE COMPLETED. H3549/53 10.4.56 SALVAGE OPERATIONS MARKED BY 6 YELLOW BUOYS. (RISDON BEASLEY & PARIS NM 56 15T 29). 23.6.69 THIS WK IS THE VEDAMORE. WRECKAGE STILL ON SEA BED. ONLY THE CARGO OF COPPER SALVED. SALVAGE TOOK PLACE IN 511600N, 095200W. (BOT, WAR RISK INSURANCE OFFICE, TELECON 20 & 23.6.69). INS AS NDW. LC 2424. 5.2.71 AMEND TO NDWPA. LC 1824B. 30.8.78 AMEND TO USCPA 100MTRS. NC 2424. H4908/79 16.11.83 OBSERVED DECCA IN 1952 GIVES 511548N, 101148W. (A C CROTHERALL). NCA. 30.9.85 FURTHER POSN FROM R BEAZLEY IS 511530N, 101100W. (E GILES). AMEND POSN. BR STD. H2791/86 23.5.86 NOT FOUND DURING EXTENSIVE SEARCH SEPT/OCT 1985. PRESUMED NOW SUNK BELOW SEABED. (SEASALVE MARINE LTD, 8.10.85). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the VEDAMORE wreck located?

The VEDAMORE wreck is located at coordinates 51 15.52 N,10 11.04 W.

How deep is the VEDAMORE and where exactly is it located?

The VEDAMORE lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 51 15.52 N,10 11.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VEDAMORE?

The seabed around the VEDAMORE lies at approximately 123 meters deep.

When did the VEDAMORE sink?

The VEDAMORE sank on Feb 7, 1917.

When was the wreck of the VEDAMORE discovered?

The wreck of the VEDAMORE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the VEDAMORE belong to?

The VEDAMORE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the VEDAMORE carrying?

The VEDAMORE was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the VEDAMORE?

The VEDAMORE had a tonnage of 6330 tons.

What type of wreck is the VEDAMORE?

The VEDAMORE is classified as a steam ship.

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