Westfield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Westfield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 7.041 N,6 27.053 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.117350
  • Longitude: -6.450883
Wreck Depth 91 m
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTFIELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3453
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 10, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Surveying Details 18.4.18 POSN 490700N, 062700W. (BOT WR9/1315 AND DOCKET M19856). 31.10.75 TO BE CHARTED AS USC PA 50FMS [91MTRS]. NE 2649. HH091/052/01 1.11.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (HMS ENTERPRISE, HI 1052). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

AT ABOUT 7.20PM SHIP WAS IN 491000N, 064600W, THEN ZIG-ZAGGED TO S & E UNTIL 8.20PM, THEN 6DEGS N 54DEGS E [TRUE] BUT CONTINUED ZIG-ZAGGING, TORPEDOED AT 9.20PM BY U-82. (BOT WR 9/1315). SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ABOUT 491000N, 064600W, WHILST EN-ROUTE AGUILAS TO GLASGOW. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the WESTFIELD wreck located?

The WESTFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 49 7.041 N,6 27.053 W.

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

The WESTFIELD lies at a depth of about 91 meters and is located at coordinates 49 7.041 N,6 27.053 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTFIELD?

The seabed around the WESTFIELD lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the WESTFIELD sink?

The WESTFIELD sank on Apr 10, 1918.

When was the wreck of the WESTFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the WESTFIELD was discovered in 1918.

What country did the WESTFIELD belong to?

The WESTFIELD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WESTFIELD carrying?

The WESTFIELD was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the WESTFIELD?

The WESTFIELD had a tonnage of 3453 tons.

What type of wreck is the WESTFIELD?

The WESTFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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