Whitefield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Whitefield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 0 N,6 40.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.000000
  • Longitude: -6.668333
Water Depth 340 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WHITEFIELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2422
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Whitefield is located at coordinates 60 0 N, 6 40.1 W in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of the Faroe Islands. Historically recorded as a non-dangerous wreck, the vessel sank at this location with its final position plotted at a depth of 340 meters. Due to the significant depth and vague positioning data, the Whitefield remains unchartered as an underwater obstruction. Modern surveying data indicates the wreck is classified as non-dangerous to surface navigation.

Surveying Details

22.2.80 NDW PA IN 600000N, 062600W. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76). NCA. 1.4.96 SANK IN 600000N, 064000W. (WW1SL). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART, PLOTS IN 340MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE, 95M N BY W FROM CAPE WRATH. ON PASSAGE ARCHANGEL FOR CLYDE AND NICE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the WHITEFIELD wreck located?

The WHITEFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 60 0 N,6 40.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WHITEFIELD?

The seabed around the WHITEFIELD lies at approximately 340 meters deep.

When did the WHITEFIELD sink?

The WHITEFIELD sank on Sep 1, 1915.

When was the wreck of the WHITEFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the WHITEFIELD was discovered in 1915.

What country did the WHITEFIELD belong to?

The WHITEFIELD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WHITEFIELD carrying?

The WHITEFIELD was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the WHITEFIELD?

The WHITEFIELD had a tonnage of 2422 tons.

What type of wreck is the WHITEFIELD?

The WHITEFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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