Amcott (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amcott (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 50.432 N,0 4.853 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.840533
  • Longitude: -0.080883
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMCOTT (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 68.6 m
Width 9 m
Draught 5.1
Tonnage 998
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 1893
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2011

Surveying Details

H1287/78 18.10.78 WELL DISPERSED WK IN 535025N, 000445W [OGB]. LYING IN 6FT SCOUR. GEN DEPT AT LW 15FT. ENGINE ONLY STANDING SOME 7-8FT. (M OXLADE 12.9.78). NCA. H1942/76 9.3.81 NOT LOCATED DURING BOAT SOUNDING. NO SONAR SEARCH MADE - WITHIN 3 CABLES OF LWL. (ISS, HI 65/80). NCA. 27.3.03 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS FOUL. BR STD. 7.10.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1358). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1872 BY WITHY, ALEXANDER & CO, HARTLEPOOL. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 99HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SOUTH SHIELDS FOR BELFAST. CARGO COAL. STRANDED AND LOST N NE FORCE 9 WINDS. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 50.432 N,0 4.853 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 20, 1893.

When was the wreck of the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1978.

What country did the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY)?

The AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 998 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMCOTT (POSSIBLY)?

The AMCOTT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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